<p>In terms of teaching on the college level… unless you choose to go the PhD/ publish route, you will need to obtain an MFA in order to secure a tenured track, full-time teaching position at most universities (there are some exceptions – schools that will consider SIGNIFICANT professional experience in lieu of a “terminal” degree). </p>
<p>College teachers who go the MFA route often will have a fair amount of professional experience before and/ or after pursuing their MFA. </p>
<p>Inb terms of the BA or BFA… no two degrees are made alike… it is important to think about the kind of educational experience you would like in undergrad and to look for schools that will offer than experience. Depending on what you are looking for you may find that you have a combination of BA and BFA schools on your list. Is it important to you to also take general education classes outside of your major? If so, you will want to look for BFA program that require/ allow you to take classes in other academic areas, and BA programs that offer strong training within the liberal arts context.</p>
<p>GOOD LUCK!</p>