MA in Art - Art History in Dekalb United States | Northern Illinois University

The master's program in art history caters to artists, educators, and museum/gallery professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of art history. This program strengthens leadership abilities while exploring art's historical significance. The art history research track provides foundational preparation for doctoral studies, ideal for aspiring professional researchers and educators in the field. Exceptional undergraduate students from other disciplines with limited art history background may also qualify. Research specialization students must: fulfill 30 graduate-level credit hours, complete a thesis or research project, pass a comprehensive examination, and show proficiency in one modern foreign language (typically French, German, or Italian for doctoral-bound students, though alternatives may be approved by the graduate advisory committee).