Museum Studies, MA

The University of San Francisco offers a unique master’s degree in museum studies. Our program prepares students for leadership positions in artistic, cultural, and heritage organizations that operate in a constantly changing social dynamic.

Museum Studies, MA

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What Makes Museum Studies Different at USF?

Our sixteen-month curriculum is flexible and can be tailored to fit students’ diverse academic interests. The Museum Studies MA program provides students with the comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience to assume a variety of roles at museums, historic societies, cultural nonprofits, and heritage organizations.

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Financing Your Education

What is Museum Studies?

Career-ready museum skills
Build practical expertise in curation, collections, education, and public programming.
Hands-on, real-world experience
Gain internships and complete projects that connect you directly to the field.
Modern, interdisciplinary approach
Study how museums operate today, including digital curation and audience engagement.
Focused on impact and access
Learn how museums engage communities and expand access to culture.
Learn in a global arts hub
At the University of San Francisco, you’re surrounded by leading museums and cultural institutions that shape your learning experience.

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What Can You Do With a Master's Degree in Museum Studies?

A master's in museum studies can open up a variety of career opportunities within the museum and cultural heritage sector. Learn more about the many career paths available for museum studies graduates.

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A Career in Museum Studies

Why Study Museum Studies in San Francisco?

USF’s campus — situated in the center of the city — is within walking distance to the de Young Museum and the California Academy of Sciences in Golden Gate Park, a short bus ride to SFMOMA and the Asian Art Museum, and an easy drive to world-class institutions in Berkeley, Oakland, Palo Alto, and San Jose.

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