OpenFieldMaster of Arts in Museum Studies
The only master's program in museum studies at an HBCU, preparing curators, archivists, and museum directors with hands-on exhibitions across New Orleans' vibrant museum community.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Bachelor's degree in history, art, anthropology, or humanities with 2.7+ GPA
- English language proficiency
- TOEFL 75+
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Exempt
- Thesis / Research statement
- Curatorial interest essay and writing sample
- Recommendation letters
- Two academic letters
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) Graduate Fellowships
- Application fee
- $30
- Tuition / joining costs
- $7,840/year in-state, $14,920/year out-of-state
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- March 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-16
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Southern University at New Orleans documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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