If you're passionate about art, history, and storytelling, the Bachelor of Science in Museum Studies is for you. This interdisciplinary major combines art, business, communication, and science, preparing you for careers in museums and galleries, from curating exhibitions to managing operations.
Program Type: Major
Offered: On Campus
Credit Hours: 120
Est. Time to Complete: 4 Years
Department: Department of Fine and Performing Arts
11:1
Faculty to Student Ratio
Hartnett Hall
Reopened in Spring 2024 after a $26 million renovation, Hartnett Hall offers art students the ideal playground to support ceramics, graphic design, photography, and more.
Program Highlights
Art Galleries
Minot State University offers three unique galleries, including the nationally renowned Northwest Arts Center, known for its diverse exhibitions of contemporary and traditional art and impressive collection of artwork and historical artifacts.
Personal Studio Space
Hartnett Hall has undergone a complete renovation and expansion of community spaces, providing a wonderful environment for art students to dream, explore, and create. Personal studio spaces are available, offering dedicated areas for students to think, work, and build community, essential for their artistic growth.
Opportunities
University community opportunities like Art Club, Flat Tail Press, and NOTSTOCK, our arts festival, inspire through involvement with the Taube Museum of Art, Artspace Suite 1 Gallery, and local art groups.
Careers & Outcomes
57K
Median annual salary for archivists, curators, and museum workers
→ U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Top Careers
- Museum or Gallery Executive Director
- Curator and Interpreter
- Collections Manager
- Exhibition Coordinator
- Object Conservator
Questions? We're Here to Help
Office of Enrollment Services
701-858-3350
1-800-777-0750 ext 3350
askmsu@minotstateu.edu
Dr. Amanda Watts
Assistant Professor
701-858-4266
amanda.watts@minotstateu.edu
Additional Program Information
Minot State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
