MASTER OF ARTS IN ARTS ADMINISTRATION
Program Overview
Offered in an asynchronous format, the program can be completed in one or two years and emphasizes practical application and real-world experience. Graduates are prepared for diverse career paths within arts organizations, government agencies, and other related fields.
Program Outline
Offered in an asynchronous online format, it allows students to study at their own pace and complete the program in one or two years.
Objectives:
- Equip students with the leadership skills, knowledge, and expertise necessary to succeed in the arts administration field.
- Prepare students for diverse career paths within arts organizations, government agencies, and other related fields.
Program Description:
The program emphasizes practical application and real-world experience. Students engage in coursework covering topics such as leadership, strategic planning, advocacy, grant writing, and more, specifically tailored to the needs of future arts administrators.
Key Features:
- Asynchronous online format for flexible learning.
- Completion in one or two years.
- Experienced faculty with real-world industry experience.
- Focus on leadership, strategic planning, advocacy, grant writing, and other essential skills.
- Opportunity to apply learnings through a capstone project.
Outline:
Course Structure:
- 8-week block format, allowing students to complete up to four courses per semester.
- No more than two classes juggled at any given time.
- Option to complete the program in one year (fall, spring, and summer) or two years.
Sample Course Schedule:
One-Year Plan:
| Semester | Day/Time | Course 1 | Course 2 | |---|---|---|---| | Fall 2 | Wednesday Evenings | Sociology of Leadership II - Arts Focus | Resource Mobilization & Development in the Arts | | Spring 1 | Monday Evenings | Research Data | Law & Nonprofit Organizations | | Summer 1 | Monday Evenings | Grant Writing | Nonprofit Financial Oversight | | Summer 2 | Wednesday Evenings | Professional Project (capstone) | Marketing for the Arts |
Two-Year Plan:
Year 1:
| Semester | Day/Time | Course 1 | Course 2 | |---|---|---|---| | Fall 2 | Wednesday Evenings | Sociology of Leadership II - Arts Focus | Resource Mobilization & Development in the Arts | | Spring 1 | Monday Evenings | Research Data | Law & Nonprofit Organizations |
Year 2:
| Semester | Day/Time | Course 1 | Course 2 | |---|---|---|---| | Fall 1 | Monday Evenings | Grant Writing | Nonprofit Financial Oversight |
Teaching:
- The program features experienced faculty with real-world industry experience.
Careers:
- Graduates are prepared for diverse career paths within arts organizations, government agencies, and other related fields.
Other:
- The program features a competitive tuition price compared to similar degrees at other institutions.
- Assessment
- Teaching
- Careers
Tuition Per Credit Hour: $520 Total Program Tuition and Fees: $24,660
Billable Costs (per academic year)
Tuition: $9,360 General Fees: $2,970 Total Billable Costs: $12,330
Discretionary Costs (per academic year)
Housing and Food : $15,300
Books: $1,530
Health Insurance : $2,650
Transportation: $1,700 Miscellaneous Personal Expenses: $2,700 Loan Fees: $210 Housing rates and meal plan costs vary by residence hall, room style and meal plan choice. More information can be found here. Figures for students living off-campus are an illustrative estimate and will vary based on students' living arrangements. Students may opt out by logging into their OCU Slingshot account and updating their preferences.
