BA

Art History

Learn more about studying Art History as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    4 years
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    46,394USD
  • Start date
    Jan, May, Aug
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Program overview

What Adelphi University says about their program:

A bachelor’s degree in history of art (BA) is rather versatile and can prepare you for diverse career opportunities in a variety of cultural institutions, both public and private.

Work in museums, galleries, auction houses, libraries, and publishing houses. Thrive as researchers, archivists, art appraisers, gallerists, museum technicians, educators, art critics, curators, and administrators.

Consider broadening your education and professional opportunities by earning a Certificate in the Museum Studies Program, particularly designed to prepare students for a variety of careers and further graduate studies

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

Pathway programs

  • Minimum GPA

    2.5

Undergraduate

  • Must be completing your country’s pre-university education (equivalent to U.S. 12th grade) before arriving for the fall/spring semester
  • Minimum GPA

    3.0

Postgraduate academic requirements

Master's Accelerator Program

  • A bachelor’s degree in a related field

English proficiency

Undergraduate

  • IELTS

    6.5

  • TOEFL iBT

    80

  • PTE Academic

    54

  • Duolingo

    110

  • iTEP

    4.5

  • CAE

    B2 First

Academic Accelerator Program

  • TOEFL iBT

    68 to 79 (no band below 14)

  • IELTS

    5.5 to 6.0 (no band below 5.0)

  • ITEP

    3.5 (no band below 3.0)

  • CAE

    B2 First (no subscore below 155)

Master's Accelerated Program (MAP)

  • TOEFL iBT

    68 (no band below 14)

  • IELTS

    5.5 (no band below 5.0)

  • ITEP

    3.5 (no band below 3.0)

  • CAE

    B2 First No subscore below 155

TOEFL iBT Home Edition and IELTS Online scores are accepted

English proficiency waivers

Undergraduate

  • Student comes from native English speaking country
  • Attended US High School for 3+ years (student can be test optional)
  • SAT EWR of 550 or higher
  • Attended a British/American/Canadian/Australian curriculum school where the medium of instruction is English
  • ELS 112 must present a certificate (Not grade report. Student must pass)

Documents required

Pathway Programs

  • Application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport

Undergraduate

  • Application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Personal statement or essay
  • Résumé
  • Course by course evaluation
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Fees and funding

  • Undergraduate tuition

    from USD $46,394 per year

  • Academic accelerator (pathway)

    USD$46,394 per year

  • Master's accelerator (pathway)

    from USD$29,674 per year

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What is the cost of living near Adelphi University?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect New York City, New York-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in United States Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$4,166
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$2,780
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$229
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$75
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$68
Monthly public transport pass$140
Monthly grocery basket$258
Coffee shop drink$6
Cinema or cultural event ticket$23
Gym membership$130

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for Adelphi University

Many international students will require a visa to study in the US, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

USA student visa requirements