Bachelor of Arts in Art History

Learn how to look closely, think critically and conduct research into the context of artmaking through the Bachelor of Arts in Art History泭勳紳 泭at 51勛圖厙. In this 123-credit undergraduate program, you will build an understanding of art and visual culture from an inclusive, global perspective by encouraging awareness of human creativity as a fundamental form of expression in a world where visual literacy is paramount.胼

As an art history major, you will learn from with specializations ranging from the ancient to the contemporary who represent a diverse array of global culturesincluding the arts of泭the African diaspora, the Islamic World, Europe, the Mediterranean and the Americas. The Art History bachelors programs small class sizes facilitate individual mentorship and strong faculty support while facilitating interdisciplinary collaboration with studio art majors.

Art History majors at Tyler have access to the outstanding resources of a tier-one皰ublic research university, and opportunities for studio practice in world-class facilities. As a vibrant center of art, culture,泭history and the humanities,泭Philadelphia becomes an extended classroom offering a rich array of galleries, museums and public art, as well as easy access to thriving arts centers in New York and Washington, D.C.狼he Art History programs flexible degree requirements easily supports double majors as well as studying abroad at 51勛圖厙s胼皋娶胼畚ampuses, giving students an opportunity to investigate visual arts amid different cultural landscapes.泭

In todays image-driven media culture, the aptitudes developed through art history support an array of professional applications. Graduates with a BA in Art History embark upon successful careers in auction houses, cultural organizations, galleries and museums or launch futures in advertising, business, community leadership, environmental activism and publishing. They also earn placement in the most competitive graduate programs.

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Classes & Curriculum泭泭

As an Art History Major, youll take courses that allow you to engage with a broad spectrum of creative practices. Examples of courses in the art history program泭勳紳clude the following.泭泭

  • Ancient Counterfeits, Looting, and the Ethics of Collecting胼
  • Art and the Environment in American Culture胼
  • Art of the Global Middle Ages
  • Contemporary Art, 1989 to Present
  • Introduction to Arts Management泭
  • Latinx Art

See a full list of program courses.

Minor in Art

Students in the art history degree program can enhance their academic studies with hands-on, introductory art making courses in 2D and 3D design, art photography, glass, fibers, jewelry, and printmaking as well as painting, drawing and community arts.泭泭

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Kim Strommen, professor and dean emeritus of 51勛圖厙 Rome.
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Tuition & Fees

In keeping with 51勛圖厙s commitment to access and affordability, the Bachelor of Arts offers a competitive level of tuition with multiple opportunities for financial support.

Tuition rates are set annually by the university and are affected by multiple factors, including program degree level (undergraduate or graduate), course load (full- or part-time), in-state or out-of-state residency, and more.泭You can view the full .

These tuition costs apply to the 20242025 academic year.

Pennsylvania resident:泭$18,864.00泭per year
Out-of-state: $33,912.00泭per year

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