Art Through the Ages: Exploring NYC's Creative Legacy : Online and Extended Programs : Texas State University

School of Art and Design
Location: New York City, NY
Course: ARTH 2301: Ancient to Medieval Art
CRN: TBD
Program Director: Esteban Hinojosa, egh16@txstate.edu
Course Dates: Summer II, June 30 - July 31, 2026
Travel: July 27 - 31, 2026
Program Fee: $2,100
Course Tuition: $1,068.24
*Financial Aid eligible

Program Itinerary

New York City is an optimal location to study ancient art from around the globe. Students will have primary experiences with material culture from Africa, America, Asia and Europe through daily visits to world renowned collections in the Metropolitan Museum of Art as well as excursions to smaller museums in the city.

Date	Activities
Monday, July 27	Travel to NYC, students' flights must arrive by 1 p.m. EST. Metropolitan Museum of Art: Egyptian, Greek Art and West Asian Art
Tuesday, July 28	Metropolitan Museum of Art: Ancient African, East and Southeast Asian and American Art
Wednesday, July 29	Brooklyn Museum: Ancient Art from around the world.
Thursday, July 30	Metropolitan Museum of Art: Roman, Jewish, Early Christian and Islamic Art / Morgan Library: Ancient and Medieval Art from Europe and West Asia / Group Dinner June 26: Metropolitan Museum of Art: Medieval Art.
Friday, July 31	Metropolitan Museum of Art: Medieval Art; Cloisters Museum: Medieval Architecture. Travel home. Student flights should be in the early evening.

*Itinerary is subject to change.

Application Process

Follow these steps to enroll.

STEP 1

Complete SIA student application. Deadline is February 1, 2026.

STEP 2

Applications reviewed by Program Directors & OXP.

STEP 3

Pay $50 program deposit. Deadline is February 22, 2026.

STEP 4

Program FAQ

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General Information
- Who is eligible to participate in the program?
  
  All students enrolled at TXST are eligible to participate, there are no course prerequisites.
- Will I need to be in person at the San Marcos campus for the course?
  
  Yes, this course will take place in person at the TXST San Marcos campus during summer II and will also include a required five-day field trip to study art history in New York City.
Costs
- What is included in the program fee?
  The program fee includes:
  - Lodging, 4 nights at a hotel in NYC.
  - Shuttle to/from airport to hotel in NYC.
  - Breakfast throughout the duration of the trip.
  - 1 group dinner.
  - Unlimited Metrocard.
  - 4 days of admission to Metropolitan Museum of Art.
  - Admission to the Brooklyn Museum of Art.
  - Admission to the Morgan Library and Museum.
  - Admission to the Cloisters Museum.
  - NYC CityPass which includes one-time admission to choice of 3 attractions, options include: Empire State Building, Top of the Rock Observation Deck, Ferry Access to Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, 9/11 Memorial & Museum, Edge at Hudson Yards, American Museum of Natural History, Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises, The MoMA, Intrepid Museum and Guggenheim Museum.
  *Note that transportation to/from the airport will be provided at the most common arrival time of participants. If you do not arrive/depart at the most common time of the group you may not be eligible for the shuttle.
- What is NOT included in the program fee?
  The program fee does not include:
  - Airfare to/from NYC.
  - Lunch throughout the duration of the trip.
  - 4 dinners throughout the duration of the trip.
  - Any additional activities students participate in during program free time.
  - Course tuition.
  *Per OXP policy, airfare is purchased by the student is not refundable by the university. Students are encouraged to purchase flexible airfare or travel insurance in case of the event they are unable to travel.
- What is the program deposit?
  
  Students are required to pay a $50 nonrefundable program deposit to secure their spot in the program. The deposit is applied to the overall program fee.
- Is Study in America Financial Aid eligible?
  
  Yes, SIA programs are financial aid eligible; however, eligibility can vary by student award. Students should always confirm with TXST One Stop whether their financial aid will cover the course tuition and program fee.
Program Preparation
- Will I need to provide my transportation?
  
  Students are responsible for purchasing airfare to/from New York. Students will receive an unlimited Metrocard upon arrival in NYC for onsite transportation.
- Is there a dress code for specific visits?
  
  There is no required dress code.
- Will there be down time on the trip?
  
  Yes, students will have downtime in the evenings each day. The NYC CityPASS is included in the program fee and will give students access to three attractions.
Drop & Refund Policy
- Course Tuition Refund
  
  Refunds for a dropped extension course are given according to university policy for regular university courses on campus. Refer to the TXST One Stop for more information.
- SIA Program Fee Refund
  
  Students may receive a refund for the program fee if they drop/withdraw within the refund schedule. The program fee refund policy is separate from the refund deadlines associated with course tuition costs. See full drop/refund policy.
  Please note the course start date is not the first day of travel.