You’ll take art history courses to begin both surveying the field and gaining a vocabulary to describe and critique art and the many forms of visual culture. You’ll take field trips to many of the city’s museums, galleries, alternative spaces, and pop-up events. Our program is coupled with studio-based Fine Arts programs, so you’ll have access to hands-on visual arts courses and will interact regularly with artists. The Columbia Art History Alliance is a tight-knit student group that meets often to discuss new topics in modern and contemporary art and explore the city together. With the help of the Career Center and your faculty mentors, you’ll research job opportunities and career paths and prepare a professional resume. We’ll help you navigate the logistics of finding fellowships and applying for grants and conferences.

Students must submit all official educational records of high school, secondary school or college/university work. Official educational records not written in English should include an English translation when possible. In some cases this may require applicants to submit a “leaving certificate” or “graduation certificate” along with their translated, certified educational record. Official educational records not written in English should include an English translation when possible. Proof of English language proficiency is required for admission to the college if English is not your country’s primary language.