Honolulu,
HI,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in American Studies in Honolulu United States | University of Hawaii at Manoa
University of Hawaii at Manoa
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Honolulu United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
33,648
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
The 30-credit Master of Arts program offers specialized education in the multidisciplinary exploration of U.S. history, culture, and social structures. Participants develop comprehensive knowledge of American Studies as a discipline, encompassing its historical development, theoretical frameworks, and research methodologies. The curriculum provides an overview of American history across different eras and subjects, specialized instruction in chosen focus areas, and enhanced research capabilities. This interdisciplinary approach enables students to customize their academic path according to personal interests while maintaining a solid foundation in American Studies principles.
Through required courses and electives, learners examine American Studies both as an independent discipline and as a convergence point for diverse scholarly perspectives ranging from historical analysis to cultural anthropology and media research. The program also offers insights into the evolution of American society and cultural practices from colonial times to the contemporary era. Upon finishing their studies, graduates will have honed professional writing abilities, research competencies, and specialized knowledge in their selected area of concentration.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
To be eligible, an applicant must hold or expect to hold prior to matriculation a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited U.S. college or university, or an equivalent degree from a recognized non-U.S. institution of higher education.
A GPA of 3.0 or better in the last four semesters or approximately 60 semester credits (or the equivalent in quarter credits) of work as an undergraduate,
All international applicants are required to submit one transcript or academic record from each institution of higher education attended, including any study abroad or exchange programs, summer programs, and non-degree work and extension programs. Applicants may submit unofficial copies of transcripts while applying for admission. However, admitted students are required to submit official transcripts in order to enroll at UHM. Official transcripts or academic records must be sent to Graduate Division Student Services directly from the issuing institution(s), or in sealed institutional envelopes if submitted with the application.
Applicants are required to submit one transcript from each post-secondary institution attended, including any study abroad or exchange programs, summer programs, and non-degree work and extension programs. Applicants may submit unofficial copies of transcripts while applying for admission. However, admitted students are required to submit official transcripts in order to enroll at UHM.
TOEFL Required minimum score of iBT 90
IELTS Required minimum score of 6.5.
A GPA of 3.0 or better in the last four semesters or approximately 60 semester credits (or the equivalent in quarter credits) of work as an undergraduate,
All international applicants are required to submit one transcript or academic record from each institution of higher education attended, including any study abroad or exchange programs, summer programs, and non-degree work and extension programs. Applicants may submit unofficial copies of transcripts while applying for admission. However, admitted students are required to submit official transcripts in order to enroll at UHM. Official transcripts or academic records must be sent to Graduate Division Student Services directly from the issuing institution(s), or in sealed institutional envelopes if submitted with the application.
Applicants are required to submit one transcript from each post-secondary institution attended, including any study abroad or exchange programs, summer programs, and non-degree work and extension programs. Applicants may submit unofficial copies of transcripts while applying for admission. However, admitted students are required to submit official transcripts in order to enroll at UHM.
TOEFL Required minimum score of iBT 90
IELTS Required minimum score of 6.5.
Tuition
USD
33,648