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Art History
Experiences in Art History

The art history program ignites a passion for art history and visual culture. You'll explore different methodologies to connect art with its broader social contexts, and you'll develop your critical eye as you master formal analysis. Take advantage of incredible research opportunities at prestigious archives, galleries, and museums in Central Texas—or immerse yourself in our exciting study abroad program in Florence, Italy! Art history graduates thrive in many different careers, from education to publishing, arts administration to marketing. They're welcomed into graduate programs nationwide and land impressive opportunities with renowned institutions like the Dallas Museum of Art, Kimbell Museum of Art, and many more. The powerful skills you'll develop—critical thinking, visual literacy, and clear communication—will set you up for success in countless fields.
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First Year
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ADVANCE your academic journey
Meet with a First Year Advisor to develop your academic planning.
Explore academic minors to complement your major and meet degree requirements.
Explore majors with a MyMajors assessment.
Take advantage of the Student Learning Assistance Center (Tutoring).
Adopt your University Seminar US1100 learning as key for first year success.
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EXPAND your personal and social development
Review your degree plan for courses that include the Service-Learning Excellence program.
Find events and organizations through the Bobcat Organization HUB such as the Art History Association.
Explore the Study in America for ARTH 2301 in New York City and other Study in America programs.
Attend financial literacy workshops (e.g., budgeting, student loans, taxes).
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ENRICH your practical competence
Connect your schedule to the TXST Galleries each semester to attend exhibitions, workshops, artist lectures, and more.
Explore scholarship, employment, and internships on the Art and Design Opportunities webpage.
Visit Alkek 1 in Alkek Library and the Art and Design Media Innovation Lab to learn about maker spaces and digital technologies you can use for your class and personal projects.
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ELEVATE your career and professional life
Complete your Career Assessments, such as Focus2.
Create your Handshake profile.
Create your LinkedIn profile and connect with colleagues and leaders.
Develop and review your resume with Career Services.
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Middle Years
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ADVANCE your academic journey
Meet with the College of Fine Arts and Communications Advising Center for questions about your major.
Meet with an Art History faculty member to discuss thesis path.
Share your knowledge as a Peer Mentor or Tutor at SLAC.
Explore Campus Resources for academic and personal support.
Meet with a faculty mentor to select an undergraduate research opportunity.
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EXPAND your personal and social development
Sharpen your leadership by attending a professional art & design conference or virtual meeting with an organization such as the College Art Association of America.
Explore opportunities such as the Fulbright Scholarship and education abroad programs, including the School of Art and Design’s specially tailored faculty-led study abroad programs.
Discover Global Online Learning Experiences for courses with culturally dynamic perspectives.
Participate in The Big Event to give back to the regional community.
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ENRICH your practical competence
Learn the art history internship policies before taking the major’s internship course.
Build the foundation of future career and education goals by completing an art history thesis.
Attend a conference related to your major (get recommendations from a faculty) or your student organization.
Review micro internship opportunities for professional development in which you learn and earn.
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ELEVATE your career and professional life
Build Career & Graduate School Fairs into your schedule to ensure your connection maximum opportunities.
Join Employer Information Sessions at Career Services or your department.
Prepare to ace your job interviews with Career Services or your academic department.
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Final Years
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ADVANCE your academic journey
Check your Degree Audit & meet with your academic advisor.
Explore next steps including potential Fine Arts graduate programs.
Complement your degree with a micro credential.
Meet with a faculty mentor or peer advisor.
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EXPAND your personal and social development
Select a service activity through Student Involvement to give back to the area community.
Seek out a leadership role with the Leadership & Service program.
Attend a Student Government Senate meeting to contribute to the TXST community.
Attend financial literacy workshops (e.g., budgeting, student loans, taxes).
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ENRICH your practical competence
Learn about Global Career Accelerator options that give you experience with global companies and in-demand tech skills.
Deliver a presentation in a student conference, workshop, seminar or community organization.
Curate an exhibition with your peers.
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ELEVATE your career and professional life
Develop a full-time employment or graduate school plan with Career Services.
Attend employer info sessions at Career Services.
Complete your First Destination Survey to share your post-graduation plans.
Identify faculty and professional references for future applications and opportunities.
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Career Opportunities
- Administration
- Curation
- Preservation
- Conservation
- Restoration
- Registrar
- Collections management
- Exhibit design/preparation
- Archive management
- Education
- Publications
- Development/Fundraising
- Reproductions and retailing
- Planner/coordinator
- Art economist
- Public relations
- Public affairs
- Writing/editing
- Research
- Grant writing
- Development
- Docent coordination
- Public relations