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Bachelor of American Studies
- Williamsport, United States
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
Humanities option in American studies.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop foundational and applied understanding of American Studies. Practice critical evaluation and communication in the subject. Apply relevant academic or professional methods in appropriate contexts.
Career outcomes
- American Studies Specialist
- American Studies Research Assistant
- Related Entry-Level Professional
Curriculum
- Course 21 humanities option that needs dean approval. Students complete the General Institute Requirements
- A pre-thesis tutorial (21.THT) and
- For most students
- An undergraduate thesis (21.THU)
- Working out the subject plan with a humanities advisor.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Official transcripts from every secondary school and college attended
- Translated into English (WES or Spantran evaluation recommended)
- SAT/ACT optional
- No minimum GPA published
- English test scores if not from an English-speaking country
- Financial documents for the I-20.
Accepted academic background
Official transcripts from all secondary schools and any colleges attended, Translated into English (credential evaluation by WES or Spantran recommended), SAT/ACT optional, Financial support documentation (financial disclosure form and bank statement) before an I-20 is issued.
Language tests
- TOEFL iBT 70
- TOEFL PBT 525
- IELTS 6.0
- PTE Academic 50
- Duolingo 100
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- English Language Test Results (if applicable).
How to apply
- Check entry requirements and deadlines. Apply online through the Common App. The fee is waived for international applicants. Send official transcripts from all schools
- Translated into English
- Plus English test scores if not from an English-speaking country (SAT/ACT optional). Submit the Financial Disclosure Form and bank statement. Pay the 400 USD confirmation deposit after admission. Receive the Form I-20 once funds are verified
- Then apply for the F-1 visa. See the arrival page after depositing.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $50,900, $53,258 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $75 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Williamsport |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Humanities |
| Department | American Studies |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 128 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | Scholarship consideration may depend on the specific program, Academic merit, Applicant status and available funding. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
1 Dec 2026
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Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 1 Dec 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $50,900, $53,258 USD per year. The application fee is $75 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $18,585 USD.
Accepted language tests: TOEFL iBT 70, TOEFL PBT 525, IELTS 6.0, PTE Academic 50, Duolingo 100.

