Cleveland,
OH,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Art History in Cleveland United States | Case Western Reserve University
Case Western Reserve University
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Cleveland United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
53,930
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
60 months
Pursuing a PhD in Art History at Case Western Reserve University offers an unparalleled academic experience. Situated in Cleveland's University Circle - a nationally recognized arts district (USA Today, 2021) packed with prestigious cultural institutions - our program combines rigorous scholarship with direct access to world-class art collections. Established in 1967 through a partnership with the Cleveland Museum of Art, this selective five-year doctoral program immerses students in object-based learning while developing expertise across both traditional and contemporary art historical methodologies.
Our collaborative program with the Cleveland Museum of Art prepares graduates for distinguished careers in academia and museums. Students benefit from direct engagement with the CMA's encyclopedic collections and those of neighboring institutions, blending museum practice with academic scholarship. The curriculum emphasizes close analysis of artworks' material qualities and unique characteristics, enabling meaningful contributions to art historical discourse. Renowned faculty and CMA curators guide students through diverse methodologies while maintaining a strong focus on object-centered research. Most classes convene at the museum, providing access to permanent collections, special exhibitions, and the Ingalls Library - the nation's third largest art research facility.
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Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Admission to the doctoral program presupposes a BA or MA degree in art history and reading knowledge of one approved modern language. Admission preference is given to students whose scholarly interests closely parallel those of a department faculty member, those who wish to focus on distinctive holdings in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art, and/or those planning to pursue topics in museum or collecting history or the history of the art market. Students with a BA degree only should indicate if they wish to be considered for one of our MA programs if they are not admitted to the doctoral program. Students whose MA was awarded more than five years prior to application for admission may be required to pass a qualifying examination and/or foreign language examination administered by the department before being admitted to full standing in the PhD program.
TOEFL-100 , TOEFL PBT- 600 , 7.0 on the IELTS
TOEFL-100 , TOEFL PBT- 600 , 7.0 on the IELTS
Tuition
USD
53,930