MA in Art History in Tallahassee United States | Florida State University

The History Department provides diverse Master of Arts (MA) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programs tailored for various professional paths. It features robust graduate studies in specialized fields including American, European, African-American, Middle Eastern, Asian, and Latin American history. Beyond the conventional MA program—which demands expertise in primary and secondary fields plus a thesis—the department offers a public history MA track. This prepares graduates for roles like archivists, museum professionals, and history-focused positions in government or private organizations. Alternative options include an MA teaching pathway and a terminal MS degree. Exceptional candidates may qualify for the accelerated MA-PhD combined program, which offers comprehensive art history knowledge alongside specialization in key departmental focus areas. The 36-credit MA program cultivates research and writing abilities essential for careers in art historical fields.