African American Studies
    Duration4 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    USD 962 / credit
    Next IntakeAugust 21, 2023

    African American Studies

    About

    Want to know more about the history, culture, and experience of Black Americans from the African diaspora all the way through today?  In this program, we can give you multicultural perspectives valued by employers in education, government, and business.

    To do this, we'll help you hone essential skills such as critical thinking, analytical reading, writing, and public speaking. You'll gain an insightful understanding of multiculturalism and extensive knowledge about history, religion, politics, economics, arts, psychology, medical issues, and civil rights. And by participating in the African American Studies Organization, you'll be able to promote social issues as you earn your degree. Upon graduation, your expansive knowledge base will make you invaluable throughout the medical, legal, political, humanitarian fields, and other sectors.

    Want to know more about the history, culture, and experience of Black Americans from the African diaspora all the way through today? In this program, we can give you multicultural perspectives valued by employers in education, government, and business.

    Disciplines

    College of Arts & Sciences

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    • a completed application;
    • a nonrefundable $40 application fee;
    • official proof of English proficiency (unless English is your first language);
    • official transcripts*. All documents must be sent in English.
    • If you are studying or living in the United States currently, you must send a copy of proof of your immigration status (passport, I-94, visa, and/or I-797 approval notice).

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 6
    • TOEFLMin 77

    Fee Information

    Application Fee 40

    How to Apply

    Students can apply using the UAB Application or the Common Application using the steps below:

    1. Complete and submit the admission application and $40 application fee, payable by credit or debit card, or application fee waiver. If you are applying test-optional, please review the test-optional policy.
    2. Submit official high school transcript electronically or by mail.
    3. Submit ACT or SAT score if you would like it used for admission and scholarship consideration.

    African American Studies

    The University of Alabama at Birmingham

    The University of Alabama at Birmingham

    United States of America

    United States of America, Aberdeen