BA in Art History in Houston United States | University of Houston

Art history explores human creativity from its origins in Africa to contemporary times. This visual-focused discipline integrates knowledge from anthropology, literature, philosophy, psychology, and historical studies, making it fundamentally cross-disciplinary.

At the University of Houston, our Art History program collaborates with the city's art organizations and distinguished faculty to offer a cutting-edge curriculum for aspiring professionals in the global art scene. Students gain solid art historical foundations at our top-tier urban research university while engaging directly with Houston's premier art collections. Committed to expanding opportunities in the arts, we encourage diverse students to join our major and minor programs, fostering inclusive pathways to lasting careers in the field.