Art History Degree

The art history program at University of Dallas 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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University of Dallas

3909 Swiss Ave, Dallas, TX

UD 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 Irving, TX, which is a predominantly urban area. The Roman Catholic affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. Approximately 2,800 students enroll at UD yearly.

Students can pick from several areas of study, including:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• English Language And Literature
• Psychology
• Theology And Religious Vocations

Students applying for admission are most often required to submit an application, transcripts, test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the school. An ACT or SAT exam is required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 1610 to 2000 for the SAT exam and in a range of 24 to 30 for the ACT exam is typical among students accepted to University of Dallas. 88% of those students that apply are accepted to UD, of which 39% choose to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

Tuition is approximately $34,000 for the year, though it may vary based on any number of circumstances. Students may check the school's net price calculator to find what your personalized cost of attendance would be. Housing is available for students and costs about $5,800 for the year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The University of Dallas Crusaders participate in a number of athletic programs, within the NCAA organization. Athletic programs offered may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)
• Lacrosse (NCAA Division III)

Contact information, financial aid information, programs, and much more can be viewed on school's website at http://www.udallas.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

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).