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Art History

Study art across cultures and centuries while learning how museums, galleries and scholars interpret the objects people create. Â鶹¹ú²ú pairs a flexible art history degree with close faculty guidance, global perspectives and direct access to the accredited Tarble Museum of Art.

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Degree Level
Bachelor of Arts
Delivery
In Person
Time to Degree
8 Semesters
Credit Hours
120 Total, 54 in Major
Careers
Archivists, Curators, Technicians, Conservators
Art History students at Â鶹¹ú²ú

Why Study Art History at Â鶹¹ú²ú?

  • Study a wide range of art periods and world cultures rather than viewing art through a single tradition.
  • Learn in small classes where faculty can guide your research, writing and professional interests.
  • Build a flexible B.A. that leaves room for a minor, second major or complementary area of study.
  • Connect classroom learning with the collections, exhibitions and professionals of the on-campus Tarble Museum of Art.
  • Prepare for museum, gallery, education, preservation, research and arts-administration paths through strong analytical and communication skills.
"Â鶹¹ú²ú is close to home and has lots of opportunities in the art department that have given me experience in a variety of studio classes, and has engaging classes for my chosen major. I have grown so much here in my three years. Â鶹¹ú²ú has provided me access to amazing peers and professors who influence my education every day."
Maya Walter
Art History | Class of 2025
Maya Walter, Art History at Â鶹¹ú²ú

Hands-On Experience

  • Visit museums, galleries and cultural sites through field trips and the annual School of Art + Design trip.
  • Engage regularly with exhibitions and collections at the Tarble Museum of Art.
  • Explore study abroad options that place art and architecture in their cultural settings.
  • Develop curatorial, archival and critical perspectives through advanced coursework and research projects.
  • Participate in exhibitions, lectures, student organizations and collaborative arts programming across campus.
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Hands-On Experience, Art History students at Â鶹¹ú²ú

What You'll Learn

Art history is for curious students who want to understand what art reveals about people, ideas and cultures. At Â鶹¹ú²ú, you will study works from the ancient world through contemporary art, with courses that may explore African, Asian, American, medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, modern and graphic design history.

$39,923
Median Salary 4 Years After Graduation

Career Outcomes

  • Archivists
  • Curators
  • Museum Technicians & Conservators
  • Appraisers of Personal & Business…
  • Art, Drama, & Music Teachers,…

Career Insights

Job Outlook ★ Bright Outlook Grow Rapidly
Preparation Needed Extensive (5/5)
Personality Fit Conventional

Connect With Us

Chris Kahler
Chair, Art + Design | Interim Director, Tarble Museum of Art
cbkahler@eiu.edu
2670 Doudna Fine Arts Center
217-000-0000
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Michael Cornebise
Interim Dean, College of Liberal Arts & Sciences & Professor, Geography
mwcornebise@eiu.edu
2214
217-581-7486
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Billy Panther
Head of Panther Pride
Old Main
217-581-2223
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