MA in Art History - Arts Management Track in Philadelphia United States | Temple University

Temple University | Philadelphia United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 31,518
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months

Tyler's MA in Art History/Arts Management track offers a focused academic route for those aiming to elevate artists, artworks, and audiences through leadership roles in arts administration. Guided by faculty member Linda Earle, an accomplished arts administrator specializing in community engagement, equity, inclusion, and free expression, this program explores the dynamics influencing cultural organizations—from funding to physical spaces. The curriculum blends art historical study with practical coursework examining the operational realities of art and artists. Students can select relevant courses from Tyler's Architecture or Art Education departments, as well as from the College of Education, Fox School of Business, or Klein College of Media and Communication, tailoring their studies in consultation with Professor Earle. The program cultivates leadership competencies, knowledge of Philadelphia's nonprofit and commercial arts landscape, and awareness of ethical/legal challenges facing arts administrators—all reinforced through hands-on internships. As cultural institutions navigate shifting audience profiles, economic structures, and societal expectations, Tyler's arts management graduates emerge equipped with versatile skills to operate effectively across diverse communities and professional domains.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline: A baccalaureate degree is required, but it need not be in Art History. Official transcripts from all universities/colleges attended
Statement of Goals: In approximately 500 to 1,000 words, describe your interest in Temple's program, your research goals, your future career goals, and your academic and research achievements.
Standardized Test Scores:
GRE: Required. Scores are typically in the 80 to 99% range, particularly on the verbal reasoning and analytical writing sections.

Applicants who earned their baccalaureate degree from an institution where the language of instruction was other than English, with the exception of those who subsequently earned a master's degree at a U.S. institution, must report scores for a standardized test of English that meet these minimums:
TOEFL iBT: 79
IELTS Academic: 6.5
550 on the paper-based (PBT)
Resume: Current curriculum vitae required
Writing Sample: The writing sample should demonstrate your ability to research and write a scholarly paper on a topic in Art History. The paper or excerpt submitted should be no more than 10 pages in length and fully referenced according to a professional, scholarly style manual.
The minimum admissions standard for all graduate students is ordinarily an undergraduate grade point average of B or 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or the functional equivalent for students who have attended universities outside of the United States.

Tuition USD 31,518
Philadelphia, PA, United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree

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