Overview

The Arts Administration program offered by Arcadia University prepares students to contribute effectively to the management and sustainability of arts organizations, whether they choose careers in museums, theaters, dance companies, galleries, archives, music/film venues, festivals, orchestras, foundations, arts councils, or other cultural institutions. Students in the Arts Administration major will be prepared for careers or graduate programs in various roles within arts organizations, including arts management and administration, program coordination, marketing, fundraising, and advocacy.

Key Facts

Graduates will contribute to the sustainability and growth of arts institutions and play a vital role in promoting cultural enrichment within their communities. The degree takes advantage of the Philadelphia area’s rich range of cultural resources to equip students with tangible skills necessary for them to succeed in this vibrant and growing field.

Programme Structure

Courses Include:

Curatorial Practices

Seminar: Make an Exhibition

Entrepreneurship in the Arts

Arts Leadership and Management
Stage Management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-30 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , International

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National students: There is no deadline to apply, but they encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Glenside, 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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General requirements

Submit your application online, and reach out to our admissions team at any point for support.
Transcripts: Submit the original or certified true copy of your secondary school transcript with a literal translation in English performed by a licensed translator and signed in ink. The academic report should include a list of subjects studied, a qualitative rating on a course-by-course basis, and an overall rating.
Test Scores: SAT/ACT scores are optional for F-1 high school students in the U.S. Other applicants should submit either SAT/ACT scores or proof of English language proficiency.

Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

51230 USD / year

≈ 51230 USD / year
Out-of-State

51230 USD / year

≈ 51230 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

51230 USD / year

≈ 51230 USD / year

Living costs

Glenside

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

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

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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Delivered

Campus Location

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Academic requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Domestic

Living costs

Glenside

Funding

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