Welcome, December Graduates!
Earn your M.A. in Museum Professions
Join our elite group of alumni, employed in roles at prestigious museums and historic sites throughout the country. Offered by the College of Human Development, Culture, and Media, this on-campus, graduate program is designed for individuals interested in pursuing careers in museums or related cultural institutions.
Introduce Yourself
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By blending theory with practice, the M.A. in Museum Professions program equips our graduates with tangible skills that are essential for career growth, including effective communication; the skillset to manage people, projects and finance; intercultural competence and cross-disciplinary thinking.
The M.A. in Museum Professions' 36-credit program consists of foundational courses, including History and Functions of Museums; Museums, Activism and Social Issues; Fundraising Fundamentals; Managing People and Projects; and Research and Analytical Methods. A selection of advanced content courses are routinely offered that complement student professional interests. Lastly, an Experiential/Capstone requirement consists of an internship, plus a two-course Capstone sequence.
Plus, with the guidance of faculty who are acclaimed researchers, authors and art historians, you’ll gain hands-on experience by going behind the scenes at museums and interning at prestigious institutions, such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Smithsonian.
Ready to Apply?
Applications are accepted for the Fall and Spring semesters. For more information and detailed admissions requirements, visit the Graduate Admissions Requirements page.