Art History Degree

The art history program at Drury 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 Missouri colleges that offer art history degrees.

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Drury University (CULVER)

One College Hill, Canton, MO

Drury University is a nonprofit private institution that has a large number of majors available for students to choose from. The school is located in Springfield, Missouri, in a predominantly urban area. Drury University has a yearly student enrollment of over five thousand.

Students may choose from several areas of study, including:

• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Education
• Security And Protective Services
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, student records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions staff. Most students accepted to Drury University score in-between 19 - 31 on the ACT. 80% of those who apply are admitted to Drury University, of which 36 percent choose to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found at drury.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $23,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and as such students should use the school's tuition calculator to identify their cost of attendance. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Athletic programs are available at Drury University through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate sports. Available athletic programs offered may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)

Students can visit the Drury University website to get a complete list of areas of study, admissions information, and more that is available at this school.

Students Enrolled in the Art History Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. CULVER 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

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).