Art History Degree

The art history program at The College of New Jersey 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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The College of New Jersey (TCNJ)

111 W State St, Trenton, NJ

The College of New Jersey, a public institution, offers a large number of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Ewing, New Jersey, the campus resides in a suburban setting for students to study in. TCNJ has a yearly student enrollment of nearly seven thousand.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs TCNJ offers:

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

Students applying for admission are most often required to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. Either the ACT or SAT exam can be taken to apply to The College of New Jersey. Scores between 24 - 29 on the ACT or 1690 - 1990 on the SAT are needed to increase your chances for acceptance. Roughly 50% of all applicant were accepted at The College of New Jersey, with 29% of those accepted choosing to attend. 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 close to $15,000, while out-of-state residents pay $26,000 per year. School housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is approximately $8,500. Some students at TCNJ may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for TCNJ is the "Lions", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include the following:

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

Students who wish to view more about The College of New Jersey can check out their website at http://www.tcnj.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

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).