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Bachelor of American Studies

University of Massachusetts Boston

Boston, United States
4 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

Humanities option in American studies.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
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

High school completion with official high school record or leaving certificate and graduation exam results
Academic recommendation letter
500-word essay
Transfer applicants submit all college transcripts (high school record also if under 24 college credits)

Accepted academic background

High school completion with official high school record or leaving certificate and graduation exam results, Academic recommendation letter, 500-word essay, Transfer applicants submit all college transcripts (high school record also if under 24 college credits)

Language tests

TOEFL iBT 79
IELTS 6.0
Duolingo 105

Documents you’ll need

Secondary School Transcripts

How to apply

Review the program-specific and international first-year admission requirements. Apply online through the UMass Boston Application or Common Application. Submit official secondary school records
an academic recommendation and the application essay. Provide English proficiency evidence when required. Pay the application fee unless an approved waiver applies. Check the application status and await the admission decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$41,402 USD
Application fee	$60 USD
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Boston campus
Faculty or school	College of Liberal Arts
Department	American Studies
Teaching language	English
Credit value	30
Study pace	_
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	Eligible international first-year applicants with a GPA of at least 3.3 may be considered for merit scholarships of up to 10000 USD annually. Partner-program entrants are excluded. Awards are not guaranteed.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
15 Dec 2026
31 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.