Art History Degree

The art history program at Gettysburg 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 Pennsylvania colleges that offer art history degrees.

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Gettysburg College

3200 College Ave, Beaver Falls, PA

Gettysburg 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 Gettysburg, PA, which is a predominantly rural area. The school's Evangelical Lutheran Church affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. Approximately two thousand students are enrolled annually at Gettysburg College.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• English Language And Literature
• Social Sciences
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• History
• Psychology

Students applying for admission are most often asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. Students may submit either the SAT or ACT scores to be considered for admissions to this school. A score between 1220 - 1380 on the SAT, or 27 - 29 for the ACT is usually submitted among accepted students. This school has an acceptance rate of about 40% of which only 32% decided to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $47,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and that is why students should visit the school's net price calculator to get a better idea of their costs. Housing may be available for those that would like to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $6,000 annually. Some students at Gettysburg College may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for Gettysburg College is the "Bullets", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through oversight by the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)

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

Students Enrolled in the Art History Program

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

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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

• Pittsburgh, PA
  • Total Employment: 940
  • Average Annual Salary: $72060

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

• Pittsburgh, PA
  • Total Employment: 60
  • Average Hourly Rate: $18.25
  • Average Annual Salary: $37960

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

• Pittsburgh, PA
  • Total Employment: 90
  • Average Hourly Rate: $26.12
  • Average Annual Salary: $54340

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

• Pittsburgh, PA
  • Total Employment: 170
  • Average Hourly Rate: $19.28
  • Average Annual Salary: $40100

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