Art History Degree

The art history program at University of Nebraska at Omaha 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 Nebraska colleges that offer art history degrees.

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University of Nebraska at Omaha

12550 S. 114th St., Papillion, NE

UNOMAHA provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Omaha, NE and publically funded. Nearly 15,000 students enroll at University of Nebraska at Omaha per year.

Areas of study available at University of Nebraska at Omaha include:

• Security And Protective Services
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Psychology

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be required to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit school transcripts, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. The majority of students at UNOMAHA scored between 20 to 25 on the ACT exam. Approximately 80% of all applicant were accepted at University of Nebraska at Omaha, with 51% of those admitted choosing to attend.

Tuition & fees at this school are different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs nearly $6,900 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $17,000 annually. Some students at this school may qualify for financial aid, which is generally offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Athletic programs are available at UNOMAHA through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate sports. Athletic programs available may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
• Football (NCAA Division II)

To see a full list of areas of study, programs, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please take a look at the school's website at http://www.unomaha.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Art History Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Nebraska at Omaha 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

Salary & Wages

• Omaha-Council Bluffs, NE-IA
  • Total Employment: 170
  • Average Annual Salary: $51360

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

• Omaha-Council Bluffs, NE-IA
  • Total Employment: 40
  • Average Hourly Rate: $24.23
  • Average Annual Salary: $50390

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

• Omaha-Council Bluffs, NE-IA
  • Average Hourly Rate: $14.74
  • Average Annual Salary: $30650

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