Art History Degree

The art history program at Southwestern 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 Texas colleges that offer art history degrees.

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Southwestern University (SU)

1200 Sycamore, Waxahachie, TX

Southwestern University is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and assists 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 Georgetown, Texas, which is a predominantly rural area. The school's United Methodist affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's vision. Approximately 1,400 students enroll at SU per year.

Students may choose from several areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Communications And Journalism
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• History
• Social Sciences
• English Language And Literature

Students applying for admission are asked to submit an application, transcripts, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. An ACT or SAT exam is required prior to applying, with scores between 1120 - 1330 on the SAT and in a range of 25 - 31 for the ACT exam is typical among students accepted to this school. Approximately 60 percent of all students that applied were admitted at this school, with 20 percent of those accepted choosing to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found at southwestern.edu.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $37,000 per year, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students may check the school's net price calculator to find what your personalized cost of attendance would be. On-campus housing is available for students and costs around $5,300 each year. Students enrolled at SU may be eligible for aid which is usually grants and loans.

The SU "Pirates" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs available:

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

Students who wish to view more about SU can take a look at their website at http://www.southwestern.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Art History Program

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

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

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

• Dallas-Plano-Irving, TX Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Annual Salary: $55360
• Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 480
  • Average Annual Salary: $47290

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

• Dallas-Plano-Irving, TX Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 40
  • Average Hourly Rate: $30.12
  • Average Annual Salary: $62660

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

• Dallas-Plano-Irving, TX Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 50
  • Average Hourly Rate: $26.90
  • Average Annual Salary: $55950
• Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 50
  • Average Hourly Rate: $28.53
  • Average Annual Salary: $59350

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

• Dallas-Plano-Irving, TX Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 50
  • Average Hourly Rate: $20.77
  • Average Annual Salary: $43200
• Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 60
  • Average Hourly Rate: $23.10
  • Average Annual Salary: $48050

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