Bachelor of Arts [B.A] [Art History] From Purdue University

Art History students are taught to think critically, research, and learn theoretical aspects of this field, and express themselves effectively in written and oral form.  Several courses contribute to interdisciplinary programs in classical studies, Latin American and Latino Studies, women’s, gender, and sexuality studies, and Italian Studies. Student who study art history must minor in another field. Students with an undergraduate degree may prepare for a future career in teaching, in the museum world, in art-dealing, in art journalism, or to attend graduate school.

All liberal arts majors prepare students with the skills identified as contributing to managerial success:  communicating and listening well, possessing insights into others, creative/critical thinking, problem solving, and the ability to make connections across complex ideas.

Careers in Art History

• Teacher
• Museum and Archive Curator
• Art Sales
• Historic Preservationist
• Art Insurance Adjuster
• Museum and Gallery Curator
• Journalism
• Teaching and Research
• Non-Profit Management