Art History Degree

The art history program at Colorado College 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 Colorado colleges that offer art history degrees.

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Colorado College (CCU)

8787 West Alameda Avenue, Lakewood, CO

Colorado College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and helps students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Colorado Springs, Colorado, which is a predominantly urban area. Enrollment at Colorado College exceeds 2,100 annually.

Areas of study available at Colorado College include:

• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Social Sciences
• Education
• Natural Resources And Conservation
• English Language And Literature

To be considered for admissions, you may be asked to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. Competition for admissions among applicants is high, given that only 30 percent of students who applied are accepted to the school. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The cost of tuition is close to $44,000, but may change each year. Students are encouraged to use the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their cost of attending this school. Student housing is available for students and costs approximately $5,700 for the year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements.

The Colorado College Tigers participate in several athletic programs, with competitions managed and overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include but not limited to:

• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Ice Hockey (NCAA Division III)
• Lacrosse (NCAA Division III)

Students may visit the school's http://www.coloradocollege.edu to see additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Art History Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. CCU offers a bachelor's degree program in art history.

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Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

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

• Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO
  • Average Annual Salary: $56200

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

• Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO
  • Total Employment: 40
  • Average Hourly Rate: $28.90
  • Average Annual Salary: $60120

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

• Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO
  • Total Employment: 150
  • Average Hourly Rate: $28.35
  • Average Annual Salary: $58970

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

• Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO
  • Total Employment: 190
  • Average Hourly Rate: $20.51
  • Average Annual Salary: $42670

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