ART HISTORY
Bachelor of Arts
Art History students study the origin, development and cultural context of art internationally and throughout history.
Combine your unique talent and passion with real-world career skills.
You may enjoy this major if you:
▶ Are fascinated by art, history and the connections between them
▶ Like spending time in museums and art galleries
▶ Enjoy travel and learning about other cultures
▶ Enjoy research
▶ Are a strong writer
program highlights
CSU offers a diverse range of courses in Art History including:
▶ American Art
▶ 19th and 20th Century Art
▶ Ancient Greek and Roman Art
▶ Medieval Art
professional outcomes
▶ Art of the Islamic World
▶ Women in Art
▶ Museum Studies
Graduates of our program have found careers art museums, galleries and arts organizations.
▶ Students should be trustworthy and reliable since they will be working with valuable art objects
▶ Students should have the initiative to seek out opportunities and make things happen
▶ Students should have a desire to thrive in collaborative environments, often working closely with peers, curators and other professionals in the art world
▶ Some students have continued on to graduate school to pursue research and teaching, with more independent work
opportunities
The Cleveland Museum of Art is an amazing local resource for students studying Art History at Cleveland State.
CSU students receive free museum memberships. We offer courses on museum-related topics and a course on art in our community.
Students from our program have completed internships with the Cleveland Museum of Art, MOCA Cleveland and many other art galleries and arts organizations in the city. Department Merit Scholarships are available to Art History students.
Learn more about Art History at CSU.
Apply to CSU today!