Arts Administration
Arts administration is the dynamic study of the integration of nonprofit leadership within all types of cultural organizations. Intent on achieving our mission, we aim to educate aspiring cultural leaders about the practice and theory of socially responsible arts administration. Arts Administration is open to individuals with a prior degree in Art, Arts Education, Arts Administration, Performing Arts, or a related field. Come join us, and “Change Your World” with Arts Administration today!
Graduate Degrees
MA in Arts Administration
The MA in Arts Administration program prepares graduates with the knowledge, tools, and competencies necessary for leadership in managing various types of cultural organizations and sustaining a vibrant creative ecosystem in diverse communities. The program curriculum combines practice and theory with discussion-based courses, community-engaged experiential learning experiences, and highly engaged faculty.
Ph.D. in Arts Administration
The Ph.D. in Art Education with a major in Arts Administration encourages students to make significant contributions to the body of knowledge related to arts administration. This degree is focused on a high level of scholarly research with the goal of becoming an expert in the field.
Ongoing Research
Faculty in the art education program are actively engaged in research involving: k-12 environments, curriculum & instruction, art making, qualitative methodologies, and more. Below is a summary of active research projects. These areas of inquiry may be helpful to guide doctoral students in their selection of major professors. Prospective students are encouraged to reach out to faculty with overlapping research interests, as they consider doctoral study with us.
Cultural policy networks
Policy beliefs, policy learning, and risk perceptionGuiding Questions
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Publications & Grants
- Art Borderlands in Theory, Practice, and Teaching. García & Sotomayor, 2025
Faculty
- Wen Guo, Ph.D.
Entrepreneurial actions in the arts
The impact on art teachers of entrepreneurial coursework and training in higher educationContent goes here ..
Creative Placemaking
Cultural trends and best practices- content here
Student Experiences
Internships
Arts Administration students complete internships at cultural institutions of their choice. Students have collaborated locally with: the Tallahassee Ballet, the Challenger Learning Center, and the Museum of Florida History, as well as nationally recognized museums and arts organizations, including the National Repertory Orchestra, the Museum of Chinese in America, and Wolf Trap Center for the Performing Arts.
Collaboration
Students collaborate with faculty on service, research, and teaching activites, participating as colleagues in the life of our department.
Research Dissemination
Students are supported in the development and dissemination of research. Funding support to attend national and international conferences is available.
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Meet our Admissions Officer
For questions regarding the application process, we encourage you to reach out to Victoria Barr. She can assist you with the technical process of the application as well as questions you may have regarding degree programs.
Reach out to the Program Director
Faculty are eager to hear from you. Visit the degree program page for information on the program director and their contact information. Do not hesitate to set up an appointment to discuss how the program is right for you.