Memphis,
TN,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA in African and African American Studies in Memphis United States | University of Memphis
University of Memphis
|
Memphis United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
21,000
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The goals of the B.A. in African and African American Studies program include: (a) explaining the concept of "diaspora" while outlining the historical significance and global influence of African migration following the Renaissance; (b) analyzing the experiences of African and African American women within broader African, African American, and global contexts; (c) utilizing humanities, social sciences, and arts methodologies to examine African diaspora communities; (d) recognizing connections between traditional African cultural practices and those developed by diaspora communities; (e) examining similarities and differences between African societies and their diaspora counterparts throughout history.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
All students, both freshmen and transfer, must apply online for admission as an undergraduate student.
- Freshman admission is competitive and based upon a comprehensive review of the student’s academic record. The primary factors include the high school/secondary grade point average and demonstrated English proficiency.
- Transfer admission is competitive and based upon the cumulative grade point average of all previously attended colleges/universities (international and domestic) and must be at least a 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale for consideration. Demonstrated English proficiency is also required of all international applicants.
Applicants should upload a copy of their unofficial international transcript or marks sheet (high school/secondary or college/university) using our secure document upload system.
All international transfer applicants must have their international documents evaluated by a US credentialing agency that holds membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).
English proficiency may be satisfied two ways:
A minimum score or greater on any of the following English language tests:
- TOEFL - 61 on the internet-based test or 500 on the paper/pencil test
- IELTS - 6
- PTE - 50
- DUOLINGO - 95
Tuition
USD
21,000