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With an Art History degree, you'll investigate art from the past to the present and analyze these works within their stylistic, cultural, historical, and social contexts. Throughout the program, you'll be equipped to explore the chronology, meaning, function, and effect of individual works, and graduate ready to carry those skills into your career.
At the University of Nebraska at Kearney, Art History students benefit from a wide range of upper-level courses, studying periods from the Renaissance to Late Modern. Through classroom lectures, discussions, assigned projects, and papers, you will learn to interpret visual art using a variety of methodologies and contextual frameworks grounded in a critical understanding of the Western tradition and will acquire an awareness and appreciation of cultural heritage.
UNK's Art faculty bring a deep understanding of the artistic process and a wide breadth of expertise in the study of art history. These faculty members are dedicated to fostering creative, collaborative classroom spaces that nurture, engage, and challenge students.
Credit Hours
General Studies requirement has been reduced to 30 credit hrs allowing more freedom and making it easier to transfer to UNK.
Degree Received
Art History, Bachelor of Arts
Minor Offered
Art History minor available on-campus
Per Credit Hour
With the New Nebraskan Scholarship all undergraduate students pay in-state tuition
UNK’s new general studies curriculum requires fewer hours, eases transferring, and gives students greater flexibility in earning their degree. This reduced the general studies credit requirement from 45 hours to 30 hours. The 4-year class schedule below is a sample timeline for progress toward an Art History degree at the University of Nebraska at Kearney. Consult with your academic advisor.
Learn more about the types of jobs and common employers that Art History graduates work for.
UNK is Nebraska’s most affordable university even BEFORE financial aid is awarded. You’ll quickly discover that no one works harder than UNK to reduce the cost of an education and provide the best value. Learn more about scholarships and financial aid for your Art History Degree Program
at the University of Nebraska at Kearney.
