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Art & Art History students in the College of Fine & Applied Arts blend academic coursework in art history with hands-on studio and design classes, creating a program that merges artistic practice with historical study. Graduates earn a BFA (Bachelor of Fine Arts) degree.
Art history courses bring together BA and BFA students, allowing you to connect with peers who share diverse artistic perspectives - from creative visual thinking to exploring art's role in historical and cultural contexts.
Our Art History faculty consists of globally renowned scholars specializing in areas ranging from ancient Greek art to contemporary African and American works. The curriculum features intimate seminars where you might curate a museum exhibition or examine rare medieval manuscripts. Throughout your studies, professors will mentor you in honing visual interpretation, analytical reasoning, and persuasive writing abilities.
An art history education opens doors to professions in museum curation, arts education, library sciences, and visual resource management for academic and cultural organizations.