Art History Degree

The art history program at SUNY at Geneseo 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 York colleges that offer art history degrees.

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SUNY at Geneseo

Also known as SUNY Geneseo

280 Central Ave, Fredonia, NY

SUNY at Geneseo is a public university that has many degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Geneseo, NY, in a predominantly rural area. Approximately 5,700 students are enrolled per year at SUNY at Geneseo.

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

• Psychology
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• English Language And Literature

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be required to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit high school records and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. Either the ACT or SAT exam must be taken in order to apply to SUNY at Geneseo.

Scores within the range of 27 - 30 on the ACT or 1190 - 1380 on the SAT are required to greatly increase your chances for getting accepted. An estimated 40% of all applicant were admitted at this school, with 24% of those accepted choosing to attend.  More information regarding registration and admissions can be found on the school's primary website.

Tuition & fees at this school vary for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs close to $7,400 per year with out-of-state tuition costing $17,000 annually. Student housing is available for students, and generally costs around $7,300 annually. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements.

This school has several athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Sports available may include:

• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)
• Ice Hockey (NCAA Division III)

Students who would like to get more about this school may visit their website at geneseo.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Art History Program

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

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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

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).