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Introduction to the Bachelor of Arts in Art History

The Bachelor of Arts in Art History is a 123-credit undergraduate program offered by the Tyler School of Art and Architecture at Temple University. This program aims to build an understanding of art and visual culture from an inclusive, global perspective, encouraging awareness of human creativity as a fundamental form of expression in a world where visual literacy is paramount.

Program Overview

As an art history major, students will learn from a large, accomplished faculty with specializations ranging from the ancient to the contemporary, representing a diverse array of global cultures. The program's small class sizes facilitate individual mentorship and strong faculty support, while also facilitating interdisciplinary collaboration with studio art faculty and majors. The Bachelor of Arts in Art History offers the possibility of exploring professional paths such as arts administration and curatorial studies, along with the latest scholarly methods like Digital Humanities.

Classes and Curriculum

The art history program includes a broad spectrum of creative practices. Examples of courses in the program include:

• Ancient Counterfeits, Looting, and the Ethics of Collecting
• Art and the Environment in American Culture
• Curatorial Methodologies
• Contemporary Art, 1989 to Present
• Introduction to Caribbean Art
• Latinx Art

Minor in Art

Students in the art history degree program can enhance their academic studies with hands-on, introductory art-making courses in 2D and 3D design, art photography, glass, fibers, jewelry, and printmaking, as well as painting, drawing, and community arts.

Related Graduate Degrees and Undergraduate Certificates

• Art History MA (Thesis Research track or Arts Management track)
• Creative Entrepreneurship certificate

Tuition and Fees

Tuition rates are set annually by the university and are affected by multiple factors, including program degree level, course load, in-state or out-of-state residency, and more. For the 20252026 academic year:

• Pennsylvania resident: $19,608.00 per year
• Out-of-state: $35,232.00 per year

Academic Advising

Tyler's academic advising team offers every Tyler student one-on-one, personal, and academic guidance, beginning at Orientation right through to graduation. Advisors help students chart their course through their degree program and major, ensuring they are on a clear educational path.

Accreditation

Tyler School of Art and Architecture's degree programs are accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design and the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. Specific programs are also accredited by bodies such as the National Architectural Accrediting Board and the Landscape Architecture Accreditation Board.

Study Away Programs

Exposure to diverse cultures, environments, and mindsets is essential for art, architecture, and design students. Temple University offers study away programs in Rome, Tokyo, and Venice, providing unique environments for students to broaden their perspective.

Career Opportunities

Graduates with a BA in Art History embark upon successful careers in auction houses, cultural organizations, galleries, and museums, or launch futures in advertising, business, community leadership, environmental activism, and publishing. They also earn placement in the most competitive graduate programs.