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College of Fine & Applied Arts
CompareIllinois offers two distinct majors related to art history. Our Art and Art History program in FAA unites academic and studio training by offering a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in a combined art history and studio/design course of study. You'll gain experience in making art along with studying its history. You'll also develop skills in visual analysis, critical thinking, and writing. Earning this degree will qualify you to pursue a range of careers, museum work, or graduate study in either art history or studio practice. A portfolio review is required for admission to the School of Art and Design.
81% employed or continuing education
60% employed after graduation
21% attending graduate school
$39,833 average starting annual income
Sample employer destinations: Olympia CUSD 16 (2), Chicago Public Schools (2), Community Consolidated School District 62 (1) View All
Sample grad school destinations: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, University of Florida, University of Michigan View All
4.2 years to degree
92% first-year retention rate
66% four-year graduation rate
77% six-year graduation rate