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USD 19663

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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USD 50

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48 months

Duration

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5.5

IELTS

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61

TOEFL

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65%

Min GPA

Program Overview

The program in Art History trains students in the global history of art from antiquity to Contemporary Art. As one of the disciplines in the liberal arts, Art History is a foundation for graduate study and for careers in a wide variety of professions. Art history majors are prepared for graduate work in art history, arts administration, museum studies, arts librarianship, visual resource and archive curatorship, historic preservation and art conservation. Buffalo State art history majors who continue their studies on the graduate level may find employment in public and private agencies, libraries, galleries, museums, publishing houses, art dealerships, colleges, arts consultancies, commercial arts organizations and in tourism. It is strongly recommended that art history majors achieve basic reading knowledge in one foreign language before graduating. A minimum of two additional hours of course work outside of class for each credit granted for that class is expected each week..

Learning Outcomes

1. Basic knowledge of the diversity of art history from the Paleolithic period through Contemporary art.
2. Basic knowledge and understanding of materials and techniques in art.
3. Basic ability to analyze works of art in terms of style and content and a resulting development of visual sensitivity.
4. An understanding of the distinct cultural and historical contexts of artistic production and reception.
5. Basic understanding of creative processes.
6. Basic ability to write about works of art of all periods and world cultures.
7. In-depth knowledge of specific periods of art.
8. The ability to articulate advanced ideas and concepts in art history, with an understanding of their interrelationships.
9. Advanced knowledge of research methods in art history.
10. The ability to assemble critical bibliographies for specific periods and themes in art history.

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Additional Information

Program Level 4-Year Bachelor's Degree

College/University Processing Time 5 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Jan 2025

Closed

Aug 2024

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

    5.5 IELTS Score
    61 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    44 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    90 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    65% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

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    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    19663

    Tuition Fee
    (USD)

    USD 50

    Application Fee
    (USD)

    15000 Per year

    Average Cost of Living
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    The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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    Scholarships

    • Destination Buffalo State Grant all international bachelor students annually up to four years if student lives on campus, covers 95% of housing costs.
    • No scholarships for graduate $9,500

    The Office of International Student and Scholar Services provides financial awards through several scholarships to international students. Recipients must be matriculated and enrolled full-time at Buffalo State at the time they apply for the scholarships. Eligibility requirements vary by scholarship. 

    NEW DESTINATION BUFFALO STATE SCHOLARSHIP $9,500 yearly

    Eligibility Requirements:

    • Must be enrolled full-time (12+ credit hours) 
    • Live on campus 
    • The scholarship is renewable for up to four years for entering freshman, provided the student maintains a 2.25 grade point average and is in good academic standing.

    The scholarship is targeted to support “non-tuition” related expenses of the recipient including fees, room and board, books, personal, travel along with other related expenses related to special experiences like study abroad, etc.3

    Spring 2025 Scholarship Process

    • Reminder that for spring 2025, scholarships are not included in the offer letters. A separate scholarship letter is sent out up to 2 weeks later (depending on admit date). Admitted students who have not received their scholarships yet should receive their awards on Wednesday, October 9. Scholarship award dates after this are October 23, November 6, and November 20.
    • The process for fall 2025 and beyond will be much better as the scholarship award will be included in the offer letter!

     

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