Join our art and art history graduates in success
92% of art and art history majors landed a job or enrolled in graduate school within six months of graduation.
Contact Information
Creative Arts and Communication Career Advisor and Internship Specialist
Danielle Kelly
847-735-5235
dkelly@lakeforest.edu
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One Major, Multiple Paths
A degree in art or art history can open up a variety of opportunities. Here's a sample of job titles our newest graduates have held in the last five years:
- Archival and Outreach Assistant
- Assistant Visual Merchandiser
- Associate UX Designer
- Conservation & Experiential Programming Aide
- English Teacher
- Event and Graphic Design Associate
- Gallery Administrator
- Marketing Consultant
- Project Manager
- Workplace Experience Coordinator
Where our graduates land
Our students have completed an internship or landed a job with high-profile organizations in and beyond Chicago.
Our most recent graduates have interned at or joined the ranks of these companies in the last five years:
- Backstage Library Works
- Chicago Center for Photojournalism
- Chicago Fine Art Salon
- Chicago History Museum
- Evanston Art Center
- Forest Preserves of Cook County
- Institute for Therapy through the Arts
- Lumen Technologies
- Rockhop
- Sourcebooks
- The Field Museum
- Woman Made Gallery
Advancing their studies
Art and art history graduates have also furthered their studies through graduate programs across the country. We set our students up for success so they can enroll in diverse programs such as this sample of degrees pursued by recent graduates:
- Master of Arts in Teaching in Visual Arts (DePaul University)
- Master of Arts Program in the Humanities (University of Chicago)
- Master of Business Administration (University of Miami)
- Masters in Contemporary Art History and Art Administration and Policy (School of the Art Institute of Chicago)
A Lake Forest College education is built for the future. All students are equipped with the most sought-after professional skills: writing, speaking, critical thinking, and an understanding of human society and cultures. Our interdisciplinary curriculum sets our graduates apart as competitive and uniquely qualified candidates who are eager to take on the challenges presented in today's professional world. Learn more about how our students turn their passions into a career on our Success Stories and Outcomes page.
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Lake Forest College prepared me to be confident in approaching new projects independently and taught me skills for finding solutions and thinking outside the box, which has helped me to succeed in my professional experiences.
Gwen Baker '22, Public Relations Coordinator at the Shedd Aquarium
Gwen's journey isn't the only way to make it at Lake Forest College. Our career pathways offer a multitude of different ways to take advantage of the education here as well as the opportunities after graduation.
Our art and art history graduates...
Demonstrate a practical command of
the elements and principles of art and design
Utilize creative
problem-solving strategies
Work with conceptually and thematically pertinent
subjects within art and design
Perform effective interpretations
of works of art using visual analysis
Networking and Career Preparation
Our students have opportunities to engage with professionals working in various fields of interest and build meaningful connections before graduation.
Lake Forest College students don't only get a fantastic education, but also hone applicable skills that employers are seeking in candidates.
Our career counselors ensure that our students are well prepared for whatever path they choose.
At Lake Forest College, you will have the opportunity to connect with professionals from a multitude of fields.
Like what you see?
Arrange a campus visit to see what Lake Forest has to offer in person. You'll be able to talk with professors, students, and get a taste for what Lake Forest has to offer your career.
Contact the Gorter Family Career Center
Pathway Leader
Danielle Kelly
Creative Arts and Communication Career Pathway Leader
dkelly@lakeforest.edu
847-735-6186
General Contact
Gorter Family Career Advancement Center
256 Brown Hall, Middle Campus
847-735-5235
careers@lakeforest.edu
