Art History Degree

The art history program at Hanover 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 Indiana colleges that offer art history degrees.

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Hanover College

200 Seminary Dr, Winona Lake, IN

Hanover 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 Hanover, IN, which is a predominantly rural area. The school maintains a Presbyterian Church affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Enrollment at Hanover College is nearly 1,000 per year.

Students can pick from many areas of study, including but not limited to:

• History
• Psychology
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences

To be considered for admissions, students may be required to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school transcripts, which are then reviewed by admissions officials. Either the SAT or ACT exam can be taken in order to apply to this school. Scores within the range of 22 - 28 on the ACT or 1490 - 1800 on the SAT are needed to greatly increase your chances for acceptance. This school has an acceptance rate of around 67% of which only 15% chose to enroll.  Admissions information regarding HC can be obtained by calling the school or by requesting information here.

The cost of tuition is around $32,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to visit the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their cost of attendance. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is about $4,700. Some students at this school may qualify for financial aid, which is generally provided in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The mascot for Hanover College is the "Panthers", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through oversight by the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include:

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

Students who wish to get more about Hanover College may check out their website at http://www.hanover.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

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).