Overview

From ancient ruins to the history of museums to contemporary activist imagery, the Art History program of the University of Minnesota explores a variety of cultural and historical contexts in relation to aesthetic traditions, cultural values, and social experience.

Key Features

UMD has something special!

The Art History program of the University of Minnesota emphasizes the interdisciplinary nature of art history through curricular connections to other departments/programs, including: Museum Studies; Women, Gender & Sexuality Studies; and World Languages & Cultures

The program prepares students to think critically and to make informed connections across many fields of study

The deliberate merging of Art and Design in one department stimulates and provokes students as independent thinkers and creators who explore various media and methods

The distinguished faculty continue to create, exhibit, and publish research, in addition to teaching and providing mentorship and career guidance

UMD Art and Design is accredited by NASAD, the National Association of Schools of Art and Design

Museum internships available at UMD’s Tweed Museum of Art or at Glensheen the Historic Congdon Estate, or at other local museums/societies as well, including the Duluth Art Institute and Prøve Gallery.

Acquired Skills

Art History majors and minors become proficient in disciplinary and critical modes of scholarly inquiry in the visual arts, including the role of historical research. Students likewise learn to identify the significance of art and visual culture to everyday life, both across time and in the present moment.

The program’s focus on critical thinking, research, and written and verbal expression prepares students for work in a variety of cultural institutions, as well as pursuit of post-graduate degrees in a variety of fields.

Career Possibilities

Now more than ever, earning an art degree can lead to a number of exciting career fields. As new technologies develop and influence our society, new jobs are emerging for all types of creative individuals.

Art History graduates pursue careers as diverse as professor, archivist, art dealer, conservator, curator, editor, gallery owner, museum technician, art educator, or writer, as well as a variety of roles within non-profit organizations.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

US Art and Visual Culture in the 20th Century

Baroque and Rococo: European Art & Architecture 1550-1750

Social Sciences

Women in Art/Visual Culture in Latin America

Being and Becoming Modern: European Art 1855-1955

Advanced Writing: Language and Literature

Logic & Quantitative Reasoning

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Duluth, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

High school transcript(s). Unofficial transcripts are sufficient for currently enrolled students who have not graduated.

Senior year (12th grade) course schedule, if not included on the transcript.

If applicable, college or university transcript(s). Unofficial transcripts are sufficient for currently enrolled students.

ACT/SAT scores (optional)

Grade trends and academic rigor

Personal Statement

Specific courses taken

Submit a one-time $50 non-refundable application fee.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

20950 USD / year

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Out-of-State

20950 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

15200 USD / year

≈ 15200 USD / year

Additional Details

International: the cost includes tuition and fees and is for last year. Costs are calculated differently due to visa requirements.

Living costs

Duluth

United States

965 - 1380 USD / month

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