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Curatorial Studies Adv. Cert.

Career Paths
While specific career paths and salaries can vary based on factors such as experience, location, and industry demand, here are ten potential career paths for individuals with an Advanced Certificate in Curatorial Studies in New York City, along with approximate average salaries:
Develops and organizes exhibitions, conducts research, and writes catalog essays.
Average Salary: $45,000 - $80,000 per year
Assists curators with research, exhibition planning, and administrative tasks.
Salary Range: 35,000 - $55,000 per year
Manages the logistics of exhibitions, including installation, de-installation, and shipping.
Average Salary: $40,000 - $60,000 per year
Oversees the care, preservation, and documentation of art collections.
Average Salary: $45,000 - $70,000 per year
Tracks the provenance and condition of artworks, and manages loans and acquisitions.
Average Salary: $40,000 - $60,000 per year
Develops educational programs and public outreach initiatives for museums and galleries.
Average Salary: 45,000 - $70,000 per year
Advises clients on art purchases, appraisals, and collection management.
Average Salary: $50,000 - $100,000+ per year (can vary widely depending on experience and clientele)
Oversees the operations of an art gallery, including exhibitions, sales, and marketing.
Average Salary: $50,000 - $100,000+ per year (can vary widely depending on the gallery's size and reputation)
Writes articles, reviews, and essays about art and artists.
Average Salary: Varies widely, from freelance rates to staff writer salaries at publications
Conducts research, publishes scholarly articles, and teaches at universities or colleges.
Average Salary: Varies widely, depending on academic rank and institution
Application Deadlines
Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible. Hunter College may consider late applications on a rolling basis pending space is still available in the program.
Fall | Spring |
February 1 | October 1 |
Some programs may extend their application deadlines beyond those listed above. Please contact Graduate Admissions for specific information. For information on how to apply, click the link below.
Students Educated Outside the US
Applicants whose native language is not English and who have taken all or part of their undergraduate education in a country where English is not the native language are required to submit scores on the Test of English as Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). The following minimum scores must be obtained:
- TOEFL iBT: 80/ Paper Based Test: 550/ Computer Based Test: 213
- IELTS: 6.5 Overall Band Score