Art History Degree

The art history program at University of Michigan – Flint 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 Michigan colleges that offer art history degrees.

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University of Michigan – Flint (UM-Flint)

4901 Evergreen Rd, Dearborn, MI

University of Michigan - Flint, a public institution, offers a variety of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Flint, Michigan, the school resides in an urban setting for students to study in. University of Michigan - Flint has an annual student enrollment of approximately eight thousand.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs UM-Flint offers:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Public Administration And Social Services
• Communications And Journalism
• Security And Protective Services

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions officials. An ACT or SAT exam is required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 1075 - 1295 on the SAT and in a range of 20 - 25 for the ACT exam is common among students admitted to UM-Flint. This school accepts roughly 70% of applicants. Of those students accepted, around 31% attended the school. More information from the admissions office can be found at umflint.edu.

Tuition & fees at UM-Flint are different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs close to $9,600 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $19,000 annually. Housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is estimated to be $5,000. UM-Flint may provide financial aid for students that are eligible in the form of scholarships, grants, and loans.

Students may visit the UM-Flint website to obtain a complete list of programs offered, admissions information, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Art History Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Michigan – Flint offers a bachelor's degree program in art history.

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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

Salary & Wages

• Detroit-Dearborn-Livonia, MI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 180
  • Average Annual Salary: $66560

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

Salary & Wages

• Detroit-Dearborn-Livonia, MI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 70
  • Average Hourly Rate: $23.11
  • Average Annual Salary: $48060

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).