Looking for a gentler semester? Start with courses where students have earned higher grades.
Highest historical GPA first. At least 100 letter grades over the five years through the selected term. Grades reflect past outcomes, not workload or a guaranteed result.
Historical grades cover up to five years through the selected term. Only courses with at least 100 letter grades are ranked.
Introduction to Afro-American Art is a historical survey examining the evolution of African American art from African heritage to the 1970s.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
Requirements include one midterm with slide identification, three short reading summaries, and two longer analysis papers, with reading responses taking longer than expected.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026ARTHIST 202 examines European and North American arts from the Renaissance to the present, analyzing masterpieces and their cultural contexts.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
The course requires significant memorization and includes two tests, two essays, and a virtual exhibit. Reviewers note that the discussion section is mandatory but less valuable, and essay clarity is important.
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Fall 2023–Fall 2025ARTHIST 303 surveys arts and visual culture across different regions, periods, and cultures based on the specific topic selected.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026Explores the art and archaeology of ancient Greece from the Bronze Age through the Hellenistic period.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
The course includes three exams testing lecture images and textbook topics, with detailed study guides provided for preparation.
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Fall 2022–Fall 2025