Art History is experiencing a sharp decline in popularity in U.S. undergraduate institutions, with degrees awarded falling from 5,300 in 2012 to 3,500 in 2022. Major educational institutions, including Ivy League and smaller colleges, report significant losses in Art History enrollments, indicating a broader trend across academia. This decline may overlook the enriching experiences and insights the discipline can offer students, often igniting passions through early exposure to museums and art. The author reflects on their transformative journey into the discipline, suggesting schools should revitalize interest in Art History.
The Art History discipline is experiencing a significant drop in popularity among undergraduate students, with a 34 percent decline in degrees awarded from 2012 to 2022.
Attending museums and engaging with art from a young age can ignite a passion for disciplines like Art History, reshaping outdated perceptions of the field.
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