Art History Degree

The art history program at Clarke University prepares students for careers as curators in museums or galleries, art administrators, heritage officers or auctioneers. The program focuses on historical development of art as social and intellectual phenomenon, as well as analyzing works of art and art conservation. Program courses include: theory of art, art history research methods, connoisseurship, the preservation and conservation of works of art, and the study of specific periods, cultures, styles, and themes. Get more details below including other Iowa colleges that offer art history degrees.

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Clarke University

812 University, Pella, IA

Clarke University provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Dubuque, Iowa and operated as a private institution. The school's Roman Catholic affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. Approximately a thousand students are enrolled annually at Clarke University.

Areas of study offered at Clarke University include but are not limited to:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Psychology
• Public Administration And Social Services
• Communications And Journalism

Students applying for admission are usually asked to submit an application, school records, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the school. The most common exam scores among students accepted to Clarke University are within the range of 21 - 25 for the ACT exam, or 923 - 1053 for the SAT exam. This school has an admissions rate of 74 percent of which only 25 percent decided to attend. More information on admissions can be found at clarke.edu.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $28,000 for the year, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students may check the school's tuition calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. The price of on-campus housing is estimated to be $4,200 annually. This school may provide financial aid for students who are eligible by way of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Athletic programs are available at Clarke University through the NAIA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate athletics. Available athletic programs offered may include:

• Baseball (NAIA Division II)
• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division II)
• Golf (NAIA Division II)

Students may take a look at the school's http://www.clarke.edu to see additional information.

Career Options for Graduates

Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

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.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, art, drama, and music teachers, postsecondary employment is expected to grow at a rate of 10.8% from 2014 to 2024

Archivists

Description

Appraise, edit, and direct safekeeping of permanent records and historically valuable documents. Participate in research activities based on archival materials.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, archivists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.8% from 2014 to 2024

Curators

Description

Administer collections, such as artwork, collectibles, historic items, or scientific specimens of museums or other institutions. May conduct instructional, research, or public service activities of institution.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, curators employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.0% from 2014 to 2024

Museum Technicians and Conservators

Description

Restore, maintain, or prepare objects in museum collections for storage, research, or exhibit. May work with specimens such as fossils, skeletal parts, or botanicals; or artifacts, textiles, or art. May identify and record objects or install and arrange them in exhibits. Includes book or document conservators.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, museum technicians and conservators employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.2% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).