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Art History

Study art across cultures and centuries while learning how museums, galleries and scholars interpret the objects people create. EIU pairs a flexible art history degree with close faculty guidance, global perspectives and direct access to the accredited Tarble Museum of Art.

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Degree Level
Bachelor of Arts
Delivery
In Person
Time to Degree
8 Semesters
Credit Hours
120 Total, 54 in Major
Careers
Archivists, Curators, Technicians, Conservators
Art History students at EIU

Why Study Art History at EIU?

  • Study a wide range of art periods and world cultures rather than viewing art through a single tradition.
  • Learn in small classes where faculty can guide your research, writing and professional interests.
  • Build a flexible B.A. that leaves room for a minor, second major or complementary area of study.
  • Connect classroom learning with the collections, exhibitions and professionals of the on-campus Tarble Museum of Art.
  • Prepare for museum, gallery, education, preservation, research and arts-administration paths through strong analytical and communication skills.
"EIU is close to home and has lots of opportunities in the art department that have given me experience in a variety of studio classes, and has engaging classes for my chosen major. I have grown so much here in my three years. EIU has provided me access to amazing peers and professors who influence my education every day."
Maya Walter
Art History | Class of 2025
Maya Walter, Art History at EIU

Hands-On Experience

  • Visit museums, galleries and cultural sites through field trips and the annual School of Art + Design trip.
  • Engage regularly with exhibitions and collections at the Tarble Museum of Art.
  • Explore study abroad options that place art and architecture in their cultural settings.
  • Develop curatorial, archival and critical perspectives through advanced coursework and research projects.
  • Participate in exhibitions, lectures, student organizations and collaborative arts programming across campus.
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Hands-On Experience, Art History students at EIU

What You'll Learn

Art history is for curious students who want to understand what art reveals about people, ideas and cultures. At EIU, you will study works from the ancient world through contemporary art, with courses that may explore African, Asian, American, medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, modern and graphic design history.

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$39,923
Median Salary 4 Years After Graduation

Career Outcomes

  • Archivists
  • Curators
  • Museum Technicians & Conservators
  • Appraisers of Personal & Business…
  • Art, Drama, & Music Teachers,…

Career Insights

Job Outlook ★ Bright Outlook Grow Rapidly
Preparation Needed Extensive (5/5)
Personality Fit Conventional

Connect With Us

Chris Kahler
Chair, Art + Design | Interim Director, Tarble Museum of Art
cbkahler@eiu.edu
2670 Doudna Fine Arts Center
217-000-0000
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Michael Cornebise
Interim Dean, College of Liberal Arts & Sciences & Professor, Geography
mwcornebise@eiu.edu
2214
217-581-7486
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Billy Panther
Head of Panther Pride
Old Main
217-581-2223
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