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The Department of African American Studies provides both an Undergraduate Concentration and Certificate program, enhancing students' comprehension of racial dynamics in the U.S. and globally. Those completing the Concentration requirements earn a Bachelor of Arts in African American Studies, while the Certificate serves as an academic minor equivalent. Both undergraduate tracks share the same course selection. The program's curriculum highlights the intricate connections between political, economic, and cultural influences that shape our perspective on the historical accomplishments and challenges of African-descended communities in America and their global relationships. The academic focus spans three key areas: African American Culture and Life, Race and Public Policy, and Global Race and Ethnicity. Beyond its core programs, the Department hosts a Junior Research Seminar, Senior Thesis Colloquium, study abroad options, and various courses, public events, and lecture series available to all students.
Academic record is evaluated within the context of your educational system and school curriculum. Your academic record should include any available internal grades from classes, achieved marks from external exams (for example: (I)GCSE, British A-Level, International Baccalaureate, national leaving exams such as Std X/Std XII in India), or a combination of both.
If English is not your native language and you are attending a school where English is not the language of instruction, you must take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the International English Language Testing System Academic (IELTS Academic) or the Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic). You are not required to take the TOEFL, IELTS or PTE Academic if English is your native language or if you have spent at least three years at a secondary school where English is the primary language of instruction.