Overview

The Art History BA course from the Adelphi University is rather versatile and can prepare you for diverse career opportunities in a variety of cultural institutions, both public and private.

Work in museums, galleries, auction houses, libraries, and publishing houses. Thrive as researchers, archivists, art appraisers, gallerists, museum technicians, educators, art critics, curators, and administrators.

Consider broadening your education and professional opportunities by earning a Certificate in the Museum Studies Program, particularly designed to prepare students for a variety of careers and further graduate studies

Why Major in Art History at Adelphi?

Benefit from working closely with faculty members who will advise you in your studies and guide you through your research.
Receive one-on-one attention in small classes taught by our experienced art professors. Have the opportunity to take classes at some of the most famous museums in New York City.
Become career-ready with the right tools and internship experiences to succeed outside the classroom.

Galleries and Exhibitions

We proudly display the work of our students and faculty at ongoing exhibitions in gallery spaces in both Garden City and Manhattan:

Ruth S. Harley University Center Gallery
Swirbul Library gallery
Gallery of the Performing Arts Center
Manhattan Center Gallery

Programme Structure

Some of the Key components of our program include:

Fundamental survey courses in Art and the World, Ancient and Medieval Art, The Italian and Northern Renaissance, The Baroque, Modern Art, Contemporary Art, History of Photography

Original courses such as History of Animation and Comics, The Ugly in Art, The Dead and their Stones, Saints and Sinners, Intellectual History of Art Forgeries

Visiting art historians lecture series

Seminar class that meets weekly at the Metropolitan Museum of Art

Opportunity to study Renaissance Art and Architecture in Florence, Italy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Garden City, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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

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Other requirements

General requirements

A completed undergraduate application for admission.

A nonrefundable application fee of $40.

A personal statement or essay.

Official high school transcripts.

One or more letters of recommendation.

An admissions interview can be scheduled with Admissions upon request.

Résumé strongly recommended for all students.

Tuition Fees

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50110 USD / year

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50110 USD / year

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50110 USD / year

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Overview

Why Major in Art History at Adelphi?

Galleries and Exhibitions

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

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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