MA Museum Studies at George Washington University

The Museum Studies program in the Corcoran School of the Arts and Design welcomes students interested in developing a critical engagement with the museum field and gaining hands-on training in the broad range of skills required for museum work. Students gain foundational knowledge about the state of museum work today, practical skills and the ability to critically engage with developments in the field. Coursework offers both breadth and depth in collections management, museum management, exhibitions and visitor experience, and public engagement.

Faculty: Columbian College of Arts and Sciences  |  Department: Museum Studies  |  Location: Washington, DC, United States

What you will study

The general requirements stated under Columbian College of Arts and Sciences, Graduate Programs. 36 credits, including 6 credits in required courses, 15 credits in field courses, 15 credits in elective courses; and successful completion of a comprehensive examination. 15 credits in courses focused on collections management, museum management, exhibitions and visitor experience, or public engagement. 15 credits in courses which may be drawn from within Museum Studies (CMST), including a second internship, or from ou

Career pathways

Students whose career interests are primarily in museum education should refer to the master of arts in teaching in the field of museum education program in the Graduate School of Education and Human Development.

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