Art history is about more than just appreciating beautiful sculptures and paintings. Those at the top of their field have carefully developed not only a keen eye for visual pieces of art but also a deep understanding of how works of art speak to the historical, societal, and political contexts in which they were created. While some will seek future employment in museums or galleries, the analytical skills one will emerge with from any of the top colleges on our list will translate across many fields. The list of our best colleges for art history will land you at the top of the heap when it comes time to apply to grad school or seek competitive employment in this specialized arena.
Click the links below for more information about each college’s art history program.Click here to read our methodology.
School of Visual Arts, New York
University of California, Berkeley
University of California, Los Angeles
University of California, Santa Barbara
University of California, Santa Cruz
