Why UMKC?
- UMKC graduates with a degree in the field of art point to the Department of Art and Art History, its challenging courses, acclaimed faculty and internship opportunities as the secret to their success.
Fast Facts
- There are approximately 175 undergraduates in the Department of Art & Art History
- 25 percent are studying art, 15 percent are studying art history, and 60 percent are studying studio art
- Average size of a studio art class is 15 students
- Art history lecture courses at the 200- and 300-level average about 40 students; and at the 400-level, art history courses average 15 students
Organizations
The Student Art League and the UMKC Hand Print Press provide students with opportunities to:
- meet visiting artists
- organize and participate in special exhibits
- attend art openings, dinners and critiques
- take field trips to museums and galleries in other cities
Real World Experience
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UMKC's campus is located in the heart of Kansas City and within walking distance of one of the most distinguished museums in the nation, the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. The Crossroads Arts District and the Urban Culture Project offer additonal gallery activities around the revitalized downtown.
Careers
Career options for Art History majors:
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Salaries
Starting salaries
Admission Requirements
- The requirements vary according to which degree is sought.
- For the art history major and for freshman studio art applicants, there are no special requirements beyond those for admission to the University.
- Transfer students entering the program will meet with an art history advisor to discuss their transcripts and evaluate course equivalencies for advanced placement.
Prerequisite Courses
Major Courses
required courses
- Nine art history courses:
- Survey of Western Art I, II and III (9 hrs)
- 2 non-Western Art History courses at the 300 or 400-level (6 hrs)
- 3 courses at the 400-level with at least two different faculty members (9 hrs)
- college-mandated capstone course (Art 482)
- 9 hrs of studio electives
- 12 hrs each in two Departments in the College of Arts & Sciences (recommended: English Language and Literature, Foreign Language and Literature, History, or Philosophy); and at least one year of the same foreign language.
Other Programs Available
- Bachelor of arts degrees in art and studio art
- Master of arts degrees in art history and studio art
- Interdisciplinary Ph.D. degree in art history
- The dual degree program in studio art/secondary education for those who wish to teach in middle school or high school
- A combined major in history/art history for students interested in the influence of historical developments on art
- An art history minor available to students majoring in other areas
Faculty
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Art history faculty members are actively involved in research and the professional associations in their areas of expertise and have done the following:
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published books and journal articles
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received research funding from many nationally known foundations
- curated numerous exhibitions
Faculty contact:
Dr. Geraldine Fowle
816-235-2993
fowleg@umkc.edu
http://cas.umkc.edu/art -
Contact us
UMKC Office of Admissions
120 Administrative Center
University of Missouri-Kansas City
5100 Rockhill Road
Kansas City, MO 64110-2499
(816) 235-1111
www.umkc.edu
Individuals with speech or hearing impairments may
call Relay Missouri at:
1-800-735-2966 (TT)
1-800-735-2466 (voice)
Visit us
Contact the UMKC Welcome Center at 816-235-UMKC (8652), or toll-free at 1-800-775-UMKC (8652), and we'll arrange a guided campus tour and a meeting with faculty and staff.
