Art History
Associate in Arts for Transfer
Program Details
Students completing this associate degree will have completed lower-division major preparation requirements for an art history degree, an emphasis or option within an art history degree, or a degree considered similar to art history at a participating California State University (CSU) campus. Following transfer to a participating CSU campus, students will be required to complete no more than 60 units to obtain a bachelor’s degree; however, some CSU campuses may require additional lower-division major preparation. This degree may not be appropriate preparation for students transferring to a CSU campus not accepting this degree or to a university or college that is not part of the CSU system. Students should consult with a MiraCosta counselor for further information regarding the most efficient pathway to transfer as an art history major and to determine which CSU campuses are participating in this program. To complete the degree, students must fulfill the following requirements: Complete a minimum of 60 CSU-transferable semester units. Complete all courses required in the major with a “C” or "P" or better. Complete the Cal-GETC general education pattern. Obtain a minimum CSU-transferable GPA of 2.0. Complete a minimum of 12 units in residence at MiraCosta College.
Art History Pathways
Pathways listed below are for the catalog year 2025-2026. Maps for previous years are available on each pathway page. What is a catalog year?
Learning Outcomes
Learning outcomes help you work towards your educational goals.
- Upon completion of this program, the student will possess knowledge and mastery of a variety of art historical methodologies, be able to identify major movements in art and architecture, and be able to convey ideas and concepts about artwork, artists, and the socio-cultural milieu in which artworks were created.
