Art History Degree

The art history program at Rutgers University – Camden 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 New Jersey colleges that offer art history degrees.

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Rutgers University – Camden

2083 Lawrence Road, Lawrenceville, NJ

Rutgers University - Camden is a public university that has a large number of programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Camden, New Jersey, in a predominantly urban area. About six thousand students enroll at Rutgers University - Camden annually.

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

• Legal Professions And Studies
• Psychology
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Security And Protective Services

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be asked to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school records, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. Most students accepted to this school score in a range of 1460 - 1752 on the SAT exam. 54% of students that apply are admitted to Rutgers University - Camden, of which 13 percent choose to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

The cost of tuition is different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay around $14,000, while out-of-state residents pay $28,000 annually. Housing may be available for those who wish to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $8,500 annually. This school may help with costs by offering financial aid for students that are eligible as grants and loans.

The mascot for Rutgers University - Camden is the "Scarlet Raptors", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include the following:

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

Students can take a look at the school's http://www.rutgers.edu to view 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

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).