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Bachelor of American Studies

Muhlenberg College

  • Allentown, United States
  • 4 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • Bachelor

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Muhlenberg College campus

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

  • Secondary school completion with official transcript translated into English
  • College-preparatory programme of about 16 Carnegie units expected
  • Counsellor/school report and teacher recommendation
  • Certification of Finance
  • SAT/ACT optional.

Accepted academic background

Secondary school completion with official transcript (translated into English), College preparatory programme of about 16 Carnegie units expected, Recommendations, Certification of Finance.

Language tests

  • IELTS 6.5
  • TOEFL iBT 85
  • Duolingo 115

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic Transcripts
  • English Language Test Results.

How to apply

  1. Check the first-year international requirements and deadline: Early Decision 16 Nov
  2. Early Action 1 Dec
  3. Regular Decision 1 Feb. Apply online with the Common Application. There is no application fee. Provide: official secondary school transcript translated into English
  4. School report from a counsellor or principal
  5. One core-subject teacher recommendation
  6. English test scores (TOEFL
  7. IELTS or Duolingo) or exemption request
  8. Certification of Finance form. SAT/ACT optional. Optional interview with the admissions team or InitialView by 1 Feb. After an offer
  9. Confirm enrollment deposits and visa-document instructions directly with admissions.

Other costs

Tuition per year$67,760 USD
Application fee$75 USD
Deposit$500 USD

Program details

CampusMain Campus
Faculty or schoolUndergraduate Academic Programs
DepartmentAmerican Studies
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value120
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay1 year
Scholarship noteScholarships or financial assistance may be available at Muhlenberg College for eligible students based on academic merit, financial need, program criteria, or funding availability.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    August 2027

    Apply by

    2 Jan 2027

    49 days left

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 4 years.