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    Art History, M.A

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    Tampa, USMAIn-person2 years
    $33,440.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    14%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    15
    Cohort
    students
    38
    Credits
    $30.00
    App fee

    Art History, M.A at University of South Florida is a 38-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Tampa, US. Tuition is $33,440.

    About the program

    The program covers art and architecture from antiquity to the present, emphasizing critical theory, interdisciplinary approaches, and global social and cultural contexts. Students complete seminars, core methods courses, electives, and either a thesis or qualifying paper.

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    After the program

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    12 months OPT (US)

    $18,656.00
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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Art History, M.A at University of South Florida cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Art History, M.A at University of South Florida is $33,440 across 38 required credits.
    Is Art History, M.A at University of South Florida online or in-person?
    Art History, M.A at University of South Florida is offered in-person.
    How long does Art History, M.A at University of South Florida take to complete?
    Art History, M.A at University of South Florida is structured around 2 years and 38 credits.
    What GPA is required for Art History, M.A at University of South Florida?
    Per the program's published guidance: A “B” (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) average or better in all upper division studies as a baccalaureate student
    How competitive is Art History, M.A at University of South Florida?
    Art History, M.A at University of South Florida reports an acceptance rate of approximately 14%.