Utah Valley University

What you'll study

Study areas typically include global art history surveys, methods of art historical research and analysis, visual culture, and thematic or regional topics such as modern and contemporary art, non-Western art, and material culture. Students practice primary-source research, critical writing, and visual analysis, and may have opportunities for museum or gallery internships, curatorial projects, and senior research or capstone experiences.

Entry requirements

Admission is to the undergraduate degree and generally requires completion of secondary education or an equivalent credential and university application procedures. Transfer students and applicants with prior college coursework are considered through standard undergraduate admission channels; specific departmental advising helps align general education and major requirements.

Career prospects

Graduates work in museums, galleries, archives, cultural heritage organizations, arts administration, education, publishing, and the cultural sectors of government and nonprofits. The degree also prepares students for graduate study in art history, museum studies, library and information science, law, or other fields that value research, critical thinking and written communication.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

Students should explore institutional scholarships, departmental awards, work-study, and external funding for arts and humanities students. Many institutions offer merit and need-based aid, plus competitive scholarships for research projects, travel grants for study abroad or conference attendance, and internship stipends that help offset education costs.