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  4. BA Art History

BA Art History

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Iowa

Program Overview

The BA in art history stresses the development of critical thinking skills. It involves historical analysis and the interpretation of culture, providing a broad background in the humanities. The program is designed to prepare students for graduate work in art history or other fields.As you study, you ll look at the historical relationships between art objects and society; learn techniques of formal analysis and methods for interpreting the meaning of paintings, sculptures, and buildings; and examine patterns of patronage. You ll also develop writing and research skills.

Program Key Stats

$43500 (Annual cost)



84 %

Eligibility Criteria

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Additional Information & Requirements

Academic records, Typical SAT scores (combined critical reading and math)- 1060-1267, ACT Composite 23-28, Average GPA 3.64, TOEFL: IBT-80, PBT-530, IELTS-6.5, PTE-53

Career Options

  • Many art and art history graduates pursue careers that match their degree specializations
  • such as commercial or graphic designer
  • conservation or museum curator or administrator
  • art educator
  • public artist
  • or community art center coordinator or instructor
  • Others go on to graduate study or enjoy success in areas such as art therapy
  • art appraisal
  • restoration
  • architecture
  • theater design
  • medical illustration
  • studio art
  • or disciplines outside of art

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