Museum Studies Program

The museum studies program at John F Kennedy University prepares students for careers as a curator, marketing manager, conservator or administrative head of conservation, and director of operations in museums around the world. The program focuses on developing, preparing, organizing, administering, conserving, storing and retrieving artifacts, exhibits, and entire collections in museums and galleries. Program courses include: institutional management, acquisitions, exhibit design, conservation, packing techniques, and public relations. Get more details below including other California colleges that offer museum studies program.

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John F Kennedy University

Also known as Bellus Academy

1073 E Main St, El Cajon, CA

John F Kennedy University is a nonprofit private institution located in Pleasant Hill, California and provides a large number of program options for students. Over a thousand students enroll at John F Kennedy University annually.

Students can select from several areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Marriage Counseling And Family Therapy
• Law
• Business Administration
• Psychology
• Counseling Psychology

Students applying for admission are generally required to submit an application, transcripts, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee.

The cost of tuition is close to $16,000, but may change each year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's tuition calculator to better understand their cost of attendance. Some students at this school may qualify for financial aid, which is typically offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.

Students Enrolled in the Museum Studies Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. John F Kennedy University has offered the following programs for students:

• Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

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

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

Salary & Wages

• San Diego-Carlsbad, CA
  • Total Employment: 70
  • Average Hourly Rate: $27.91
  • Average Annual Salary: $58040

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

• San Diego-Carlsbad, CA
  • Average Hourly Rate: $20.80
  • Average Annual Salary: $43260

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