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BA History of Art and Architecture at Harvard University

Harvard University, United States

Programme overview

The History of Art & Architecture concentration offers training in the historical interpretation and critical analysis of the visual arts and architecture. It develops the skills of visual discrimination and verbal expression fundamental to art historical analysis. Art history is a multifaceted discipline embracing many different methods, perspectives and interests.

Faculty: Harvard College: Arts and Humanities  |  Department: History of Art and Architecture  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Cambridge, MA, United States

What you will study

Training in the critical analysis of art seeks to clarify the perception – and understanding – of how artworks relate to the techniques and materials used in their making, and to the environment in which they are seen. It also fosters the ability to make and explain judgments of quality and value. Gateway courses include Fall 2024 HUMAN 20 – A Colloquium in the Visual Arts GENED 1185 – The Power and Beauty of Being In-Between: The Story of Armenia FYSEMR 64I – Looking for Clues. Ancient and Medieval Art FYSEMR 65R – Tea in Japan / America HAA 17K – Contemporary Art HAA 42P –.

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Application information

USD 62,226 a year (2026-27). Harvard College undergraduate tuition for 2026-27, one rate for all students; excludes fees ($6,216), housing, food and health insurance. Source

Entry term is fall. Applicants choose Restrictive Early Action or Regular Decision; admitted students reply by May 1.

First-year applications through the Common Application: Restrictive Early Action closes November 1 with notification by mid-December; Regular Decision closes January 1 with notification by the end of March. The application fee is $95 (fee waiver available) and can be paid online via the Common Application. Harvard requires the SAT or ACT, with exceptions only where the tests are not accessible.

Apply through the official page: https://college.harvard.edu/admissions/apply

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