Overview

Students in this Museum Studies programme at University of Pittsburgh learn about the histories and politics of museology, and develop the critical and theoretical tools to grapple with the ethical complexities of collecting and preserving works of art, visual and material culture. They work directly with objects to discover how to tell compelling stories that connect with diverse audiences.

Key facts

Project-based curatorial training, collection-engaged capstone projects and customized internship placements provide students with rich learning experiences oriented towards career development.

By focusing on the public presentation of historical and creative research, Museum Studies is a perfect complement for students of Anthropology, Communication, History, History of Art and Architecture and Studio Arts, and is broadly relevant to students from other disciplines keen to foreground public outreach and engagement in their studies.

Careers and opportunities

The Museum Studies program positions students for a wide range of careers in the cultural and non-profit sectors. According to a 2020 report from the U.S. Department of Labor, jobs for archivists, curators and museum professionals are projected to grow 9% over the coming decade, an above average outlook compared to other sectors.

Students have gained admission to leading masters programs in museum studies at Georgetown University, New York University and University College London.

Graduates of our program have secured competitive internships at the National Portrait Gallery and the Whitney Museum of American Art.

Many have gone on to professional roles at such institutions as the Library of Congress, National Gallery of Art and Sotheby’s, and a wide variety of roles in arts, events, communications, and cultural and public policy across the country, and around the world.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

History and Ethics of Collecting

Exhibitions: From World's Fairs to Global Biennials

Heritage Sites

Curatorial Development

Inside the Museum

Exhibition Presentation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-01 00:00:00 , International

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Pittsburgh University operates on a rolling admissions policy

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Pittsburgh, United States

Disciplines

Museum Studies View 41 other Bachelors in Museum Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Online Application

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Original or certified, official completed secondary school records from equivalent to U.S. grades 9-11 (transcripts, marksheets, certificates, examination results, etc.) and any national/state examination results required in your country.

SAT or ACT Results

International students are typically required to submit an English language proficiency exam.

$55 USD—Application Fee

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Tuition Fee

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International

40060 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 40060 USD per year during 48 months.
National

40060 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 40060 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

20556 USD/year

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Based on the tuition of 20556 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Pittsburgh

1148 - 1944 USD /month

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