Overview

Both the 36-credit Arts Management track program and the 30-credit Research-track program equip students with the skills needed for a wide range of careers in a world where visual literacy and cultural production play a vital role in shaping society.

Gain a broad general knowledge of the visual arts, studying their cultural, historical, stylistic and ethical context over time. Learn to employ critical theories in order to understand the history of the arts, In the Research track, you’ll develop original research and organize a sustained project while working collaboratively with artists, administrators, educators, students and the public. In the Arts Management track, you’ll acquire specialized knowledge of models of operation, policies and ethics that frame creative problem solving in visual arts organizations while gaining experience with cultural practitioners, artists, creative entrepreneurs, community organizations, and government agencies.

Tyler's highly accomplished faculty from Temple University offer a broad range of research expertise, including

new and emergent digital technologies,
modern and contemporary art, especially in North and Latin America,
Renaissance and Baroque Italy, Spain, Germany and the Netherlands,
the ancient Mediterranean,
the Islamic world, and
the history of prints, photography and media theory.

The Art History MA program is committed to one-on-one mentorship and empowers each student to select a faculty mentor in their first year of study.

As a Tyler graduate student, you have access to the resources of a world-class art and architecture school; a large, public research university; and a robust city rich with opportunities for primary-source research, professional advancement and personal enrichment. You will also join a strong network of Tyler alumni across the region and the country.

Careers

Pursuing a graduate degree in art history or arts management, elevates students’ knowledge, skills and understanding of their discipline, preparing them for new job opportunities or career advancement. Students use what they have learned to build on their professional careers as dynamic thinkers and creative problem solvers.

The MA in Art History research track prepares graduates for the nation’s top doctoral programs as well as a variety of careers in museums, galleries, non-profits, archives, libraries and other institutions. The MA in Art History arts management track is a specialized degree pathway for students seeking to advance cultural practice, the production and presentation of art, and community building by becoming arts professionals, cultural organizers and leaders. Some professional opportunities include the following.

Archivist and Researcher
Assistant Curator
Collections Manager
Editor and Content Developer
Gallerist
Independent Scholar
Museum Arts Educator
Marketing Coordinator
Non-profit Exhibition or Program Manager
Philanthropic Relationship Manager of Gifts Officer

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Art and Environment in American Culture
History and Theory of Printmaking
Modern and Contemporary Art in Latin America
Seminar on Contemporary Art: Research Entanglements: Artistic Practice, Curatorial Work and Theory
Topics in Arts Management: Art, Access and Civic Life
Topics in Global Art: Introduction to Caribbean Art

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

110

Take A Free Practice Test!

TOEFL^® IBT

Schedule TOEFL®

PTE Academic

Schedule a PTE test!

IELTS

6.5

Prepare for Your English Test

Cathoven AI IELTS Preparation

Learn your IELTS Score

AI-powered IELTS feedback. Clear, actionable, and tailored to boost your writing & speaking score. No credit card or upfront payment required.

Trusted by 300k learners
98 accuracy using real exam data
4.9/5 student rating

Credits

30 SCH

30 - 36

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Philadelphia, United States

Disciplines

Art History View 204 other Masters in Art History in United States

Join for free or log in to access our complete career info list.

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

110

Take A Free Practice Test!

TOEFL^® IBT

Schedule TOEFL®

PTE Academic

Schedule a PTE test!

IELTS

6.5

Prepare for Your English Test

Cathoven AI IELTS Preparation

Learn your IELTS Score

AI-powered IELTS feedback. Clear, actionable, and tailored to boost your writing & speaking score. No credit card or upfront payment required.

Trusted by 300k learners
98 accuracy using real exam data
4.9/5 student rating

Other requirements

General requirements

Graduate candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in a related discipline.
Letters of Reference - Three letters of recommendation should be obtained from college/university faculty members, gallery directors and/or curators familiar with the applicant’s academic and artistic competence. 
Statement of Goals

Résumé
Transcripts
Standardized Test Scores

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

23655 USD / year

≈ 23655 USD / year
Out-of-State

23655 USD / year

≈ 23655 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

17220 USD / year

≈ 17220 USD / year

Living costs

Philadelphia

United States

1313 - 2284 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Financing

Interested in financing your studies? Find a student loan that works for you.

MPOWER Financing No cosigner. No collateral. No hidden fees.

Check your Eligibility

Get the funding you need to study in the U.S. or Canada - with a process that's fast, simple, and built for international students.

Flexible loans from US$2,001 to US$100,000
Fixed interest rates -- no inflation surprises
No upfront fees or prepayment penalties
Accepted at 500+ universities across the U.S. & Canada
100% online application -- instant conditional offer
Free visa & career support through our Path2Success program

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

In order for us to give you accurate scholarship information, we ask that you please confirm a few details and create an account with us.

Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Art History.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

On this page

About

Overview

Careers

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Philadelphia

Financing

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

Our partners