Bachelor of Cultural History of the Arts at Portland State University

    Bachelor of Cultural History of the Arts at Portland State University

    Bachelor of Cultural History of the Arts at Portland State University

    The Cultural History of the Arts is a Bachelor degree offered by Portland State University at its main campus in Aberdeen, United States of America. The program is delivered on campus as a Full Time course in English and requires approximately 4 years to complete. Students study at the university's main campus while gaining the knowledge and practical experience expected for this area of study. The next intake is available from September 26, 2026.

    About Bachelor of Cultural History of the Arts

    Explore the important ways cultural history reflects and shapes society with a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science in the Cultural History of the Arts. This innovative and flexible degree allows students to study the histories of music and art across cultures and time. By incorporating both musical and art history these connections can be made in deep and nuanced ways. Coursework can be completed on campus, online, or any combination of the two.

    This degree requires 60 credit hours total, of which there is a minimum of 20 credits in Music and 20 credits in Art History. Additionally, a minimum of 52 credits (of the overall 60 credit hours) needs to be upper-division courses.

    Cultural History of the Arts Bachelor's Degree: Why

    Disciplines

    College of the Arts

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Cultural History of the Arts at Portland State University

    Entry Requirements

    General Secondary Education Certificate/Exam (Tawjihi), Overall average greater than 80%

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 53
    • IELTSMin 6
    • TOEFLMin 71

    Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Cultural History of the Arts

    A bachelor's in the cultural history of the arts prepares you for a variety of careers, providing key skills that are useful in both professional and life experiences. While some of our graduates go on to pursue advanced degrees, many choose careers in the arts, non-profit administration, and other business careers that depend on creative thinking and strong communication skills. Because this degree can be readily coupled with other programs, such as the Minor in Business, it opens up a range of options for those interested in careers in cultural management and arts administration.

    • Arts Administration
    • Cultural Specialist
    • Arts Marketing and Public Relations
    • Writer and Editor
    • Nonprofit Administration
    • Cultural Events Planner
    • Volunteer Service Director
    • Teacher/Professor

    Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Cultural History of the Arts at Portland State University

    Application Fee 60

    How to Apply for Bachelor of Cultural History of the Arts at Portland State University

    Submit Your Application and $60 Application Fee

    Go to Portland State University's online application system and select Create Account. If you have already started an application, or created one for a past term, select Log In.

    Submit Academic Records

    You are required to submit complete academic records. We accept high school transcripts, grades and other relevant academic records along with your graduation certificate, diploma or exam results or certificates. If you have taken any college or university classes, submit transcripts from all colleges or universities attended. You can submit unofficial transcripts from non-U.S. institutions for review of your application and to receive an admission decision. Official transcripts are required for enrollment, see our official records policy for details.

    Electronic Submission: Transcripts may be submitted via Parchment or sent directly from a school official to [email protected].

    In Person Submission: You can bring these directly to our office upon arrival to Portland State.

    Mail Submission: Submit official transcripts in their original sealed envelopes from all schools attended and mail them to PSU at the address below.

    Portland State University
    Office of Undergraduate Admissions
    PO Box 751
    Portland OR 97207-0751

    Submit Evidence of English Language Proficiency

    Request official test results to be sent directly to Portland State University by ETS (TOEFL), PTE, or IELTS. Students who meet the academic requirements for admission to PSU, but have not yet met English proficiency requirements, will be admitted to PSU and placed into one of our ESL programs. Review PSU’s English Language Proficiency Requirements for more details.

    • TOEFL Code: 4610, department code 00
    • SAT Code: 4610

    Check Your Application Status

    If you have submitted an application to Portland State University, you can log in to PSU's application portal to review the status of your application. You will be notified via email for each document you submit and your admission decision.

    If you are not receiving email communications from Portland State University, be sure to check your @pdx.edu email account. Once you set up your student account all communications will be sent to that email address. If you are not receiving information from us in any email inboxes, please contact us at [email protected].

    Bachelor of Cultural History of the Arts at Portland State University
    Portland State University
    Portland State University
    United States of America

    United States of America, Aberdeen

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