Discover the Past
The Art History minor is a 15-16 credit hour course of study focusing on the foundations, meanings and implications of the history of art. The undergraduate minor is designed for students wanting to gain an insight into different aspects of art history; understand how art history is related to culture and history; and recognize how the visual arts affects who we are as individuals, contributes to our humanity and deepens our understanding of the relationships between humans and society.
Broaden Your Horizons
Designed for curious minds, this minor offers insights into various facets of art history. Explore the profound connections between art history, culture and society and discover how visual arts have influenced our identities and enriched our understanding of human interactions.
What Awaits You:
- Immerse yourself in the intriguing narratives of art across time and cultures.
- Gain a deeper appreciation for the role of art in shaping our collective history and individual experiences.
- Recognize the profound impact of visual arts on society and humanity as a whole.
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International students: Undergraduate - $60, Graduate - $75.
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Career Outlook & Potential Earnings
Graduates of this program may find opportunities in the following careers. Data sourced from O*NET OnLine by the U.S. Department of Labor.
Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary
Teach courses in drama, music, and the arts including fine and applied art, such as painting and sculpture, or design and crafts. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do
Teach courses in drama, music, and the arts including fine and applied art, such as painting and sculpture, or design and crafts. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Median Annual Wage
$78,620
Wage Range
$47,570 – $163,350
Projected Growth
Below Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Master’s degree, Doctoral degree, Bachelor’s degree
History Teachers, Postsecondary
Teach courses in human history and historiography. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Median Annual Wage
$83,820
Wage Range
$48,410 – $162,160
Projected Growth
Below Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Doctoral degree, Master’s degree
Art Therapists
Bright OutlookPlan or conduct art therapy sessions or programs to improve clients' physical, cognitive, or emotional well-being.
Median Annual Wage
$77,930
Wage Range
$46,540 – $152,530
Projected Growth
Bright
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Master’s degree, Post-master’s certificate, Post-doctoral training
Historians
Research, analyze, record, and interpret the past as recorded in sources, such as government and institutional records, newspapers and other periodicals, photographs, interviews, films, electronic med
Research, analyze, record, and interpret the past as recorded in sources, such as government and institutional records, newspapers and other periodicals, photographs, interviews, films, electronic media, and unpublished manuscripts, such as personal diaries and letters.
Median Annual Wage
$76,750
Wage Range
$42,730 – $131,810
Projected Growth
Below Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Master’s degree, Bachelor’s degree, Less than high school diploma
Tour Guides and Escorts
Bright OutlookEscort individuals or groups on sightseeing tours or through places of interest, such as industrial establishments, public buildings, and art galleries.
Median Annual Wage
$38,120
Wage Range
$28,520 – $60,930
Projected Growth
Bright
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Associate’s degree, Bachelor’s degree, High school diploma or equivalent
Art Directors
Formulate design concepts and presentation approaches for visual productions and media, such as print, broadcasting, video, and film. Direct workers engaged in artwork or layout design.
Median Annual Wage
$114,850
Wage Range
$64,900 – $213,050
Projected Growth
Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Bachelor’s degree, High school diploma or equivalent, Master’s degree
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