University Park,
PA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA in African Studies in University Park United States | Pennsylvania State University
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University Park United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
41,212
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The African studies major is an interdisciplinary program that enables students to deepen their knowledge about diverse facets of the African continent, covering socioeconomic dynamics and international connections. Through historical, cultural, geographic, economic, and political lenses, the curriculum provides students with research capabilities to examine critical African issues while preparing them for professional careers and advanced academic pursuits.
Africa represents an expansive landmass undergoing remarkable political and economic transformation. With its profound heritage, abundant resources, and innovative spirit, the continent stands poised for significant growth, emerging as a beacon of potential. African Studies fosters student comprehension of multiple dimensions of Africa, exploring subjects like Africa's role in global history, its position in the world economy, international diplomacy, development initiatives, peacebuilding, and conflict management. Additional coursework highlights the continent's cultural, racial, ethnic, and religious diversity. The program employs multidisciplinary methodologies to develop students' research competencies regarding African matters while readying them for various career paths and graduate-level education.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
The majority of Penn State’s applications come from traditional, first-year students. The following types of students are considered first-year applicants (or freshman applicants, as some refer to them): Current high school student in his or her senior year; Student who has earned a high school diploma or a GED and has no post-secondary coursework; Student who has attempted 17 or fewer credits (semester hours) of college coursework at a regionally accredited college/university before attending Penn State; Current high school student who may have enrolled in another institution(s) before graduating from high school (dual enrollment); Student who may have attended Penn State on a nondegree basis.
English Language Proficiency
The following are ways in which you can satisfy the language proficiency requirement: TOEFL: A minimum TOEFL score of 80 on the Internet-based TOEFL or 550 on the old paper exam and a minimum of 20 in each section of the new paper exam (code #2660); IELTS: A minimum IELTS score of 6.5 on the academic test.
Tuition
USD
41,212