Art and Art History
College of Fine & Applied Arts
CompareWhat is Art and Art History ?
Illinois 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.
Career Options
- Art history & criticism
- Art investment
- Art law
- Curation
- Gallery work
- Government work
- Lecturing
- Library work
- Museum work
- Preservation & conservation
- Teaching
Post-Graduation Success1
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Review Criteria
First-Year Major-Specific Criteria
- Strong talent review (audition or portfolio)
Transfer Criteria
Transfer HandbookGraduation & Retention2
4.2 years to degree
96% returned for second year
68% graduated within 4 years
85% graduated within 6 years
Annual Program Costs3
Illinois Resident
- Tuition: $14,912
- Fees: $5,182
- Expenses: $19,558
- Total: $39,652
Non-Resident
- Tuition: $37,588
- Fees: $5,182
- Expenses:$19,898
- Total: $62,668
International
- Tuition: $38,630
- Fees: $5,182
- Expenses: $19,898
- Total: $63,710
