Art History Degree

The art history program at Ursuline 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 Ohio colleges that offer art history degrees.

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Ursuline College

2550 Lander Rd, Pepper Pike, OH

Ursuline College, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Pepper Pike, Ohio, the school resides in a suburban setting for students to study in. The Roman Catholic affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. Around 1,500 students enroll at Ursuline College per year.

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

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Education

Students applying for admission are generally asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. Students may take either the SAT or ACT exam scores to be considered for admissions to Ursuline College. A score within the range of 1180 to 1630 on the SAT, or 19 to 24 for the ACT is common among accepted students. 55% of those students that apply are accepted to Ursuline College, of which 30 percent choose to attend.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $27,000 for the year, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students should check the school's tuition calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. The price of on-campus housing is about $4,700 for the year. This school may offer financial aid for students who are eligible in the form of scholarships, grants, and loans.

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

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

• Cleveland-Elyria, OH
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Annual Salary: $92790

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

• Cleveland-Elyria, OH
  • Total Employment: 40
  • Average Hourly Rate: $23.14
  • Average Annual Salary: $48140

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

• Cleveland-Elyria, OH
  • Total Employment: 90
  • Average Hourly Rate: $27.20
  • Average Annual Salary: $56580

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

• Cleveland-Elyria, OH
  • Total Employment: 60
  • Average Hourly Rate: $24.86
  • Average Annual Salary: $51700

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