Art History Degree

The art history program at College of St Catherine 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 Minnesota colleges that offer art history degrees.

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College of St Catherine (St. Kate's)

9749 Lyndale Ave S, Bloomington, MN

College of St Catherine, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Saint Paul, Minnesota, the campus resides in an urban setting for students to study in. The school's Roman Catholic affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's mission. Approximately 5,300 students enroll at College of St Catherine yearly.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs St. Kate offers:

• Public Administration And Social Services
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Library Science
• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions committee. Most students at St. Kate scored in a range of 22 to 26 on the ACT. St. Kate has an admissions rate of 56% of which only 25% chose to attend.  For additional information about admissions information, prospective students can call St. Catherine's or simply request information from this page.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $26,000 for the year, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students should visit the school's net price calculator to see the personalize cost of attendance. On-campus housing is available for students, which costs about $4,900 for the year. Some students at College of St Catherine may qualify for financial aid, which is typically offered as grants or student loans.

College of St Catherine offers a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include:

• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
• Ice Hockey (NCAA Division III)

To see a full list of academic programs offered, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please visit the school's website at stkate.edu.

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

Salary & Wages

• Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI
  • Total Employment: 940
  • Average Annual Salary: $73730

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

Salary & Wages

• Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI
  • Total Employment: 50
  • Average Hourly Rate: $18.98
  • Average Annual Salary: $39490

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

Salary & Wages

• Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI
  • Total Employment: 130
  • Average Hourly Rate: $27.50
  • Average Annual Salary: $57210

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

Salary & Wages

• Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI
  • Total Employment: 90
  • Average Hourly Rate: $20.21
  • Average Annual Salary: $42030

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