University of Denver

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.F.A. - Electronic Media Arts Design;M.A. - Art History;M.A. - Art History with Museum Studies

Format: Campus

Program Description:

Our program of about 40 students emphasizes a collegial student-faculty atmosphere. The art history program offers courses in most areas of world art, with special emphasis on European and American art from the Middle Ages to the present, Precolumbian art and Asian art. The School of Art and Art History offers two tracks in our Art History M.A. degree program: art history and art history with a museum studies concentration. Our program of about 40 students emphasizes a collegial student-faculty atmosphere. The art history program offers courses in most areas of world art, with special emphasis on European and American art from the Middle Ages to the present, Precolumbian art and Asian Art. In addition to our own Victoria H. Myhren Gallery, our partnership with the Denver Art Museum provides opportunities for museum internships and exhibition-based courses.
Our graduates win sought-after positions. Some go on to doctoral studies in the United States or overseas; others hold respected jobs at distinguished art museums or take the road less traveled, entering careers in the diplomatic service, marketing or management with art-related nonprofit organizations. For a list of alumni positions, go to www.du.edu/art/graduate/MAcareers.htm.
At the School of Art and Art History we offer many advantages, including: small classes and personal attention, in-depth training in art history and research methods, an on-site art gallery, practical museum training, museum internships in local and national institutions, a strong alumni network, and vibrant and diverse cultural activities in Denver.

Eligibility Requirements:

The student must demonstrate reading ability in a second language at the level of the 4th semester or 6th quarter of college study before beginning the master’s research paper. An exam may be taken in the Department of Languages and Literatures or proof of a grade of B+ or better in the final quarter or semester of language may be submitted.

# of Credits Required:

56

International Student Requirements:

80 iBT; 550 pBT

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Doctoral/Research Universities - Extensive

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Large City

Size & Settings: 10,000 - 19,999