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Bachelor of American Studies

Western New England University

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

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Western New England University 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 (Up to 12 months (Optional Practical Training per education level) plus 24-month STEM OPT extension for degrees on the STEM Designated Degree Program List with an E-Verify employer and Form I-983 (up to 36 months total for STEM)): 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 transcript with English translation
  • Passport copy
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • One letter of recommendation
  • Bank letter and Affidavit of Support
  • SAT/ACT not required
  • Transfer applicants also submit college transcripts.

Accepted academic background

Secondary school transcript (English translation), Passport copy, Proof of English proficiency, Letter of recommendation (international page), Affidavit of Support and bank letter, SAT/ACT not required, Transfer applicants submit college transcripts

Language tests

  • IELTS 6.0
  • TOEFL iBT 74
  • PTE Academic 50
  • Duolingo 100
  • Oxford Test of English 120

Documents you’ll need

  • High school transcripts in English
  • Passport copy
  • English proficiency evidence or accepted alternative
  • Letter of recommendation

How to apply

  1. Check requirements: admission is rolling with no set deadline; entry is Fall or Spring. Apply online at the official university website or through the Common Application. Submit English secondary school transcripts
  2. passport copy
  3. proof of English proficiency
  4. a letter of recommendation and a bank letter on the Affidavit of Support form. Decisions are usually released within three weeks of a complete application. After acceptance WNE issues the I-20 and mails it to your permanent address. Use the I-20 to apply for the F-1 student visa and show proof of funds.

Other costs

Tuition per year$51,400 USD
Application fee_
Deposit_

Program details

CampusMain Campus
Faculty or schoolCollege of Arts and Sciences
DepartmentEnglish, Communication, Culture and Arts
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value_
Study pace_
Post-study stayUp to 12 months (Optional Practical Training per education level) plus 24-month STEM OPT extension for degrees on the STEM Designated Degree Program List with an E-Verify employer and Form I-983 (up to 36 months total for STEM)
Scholarship noteInternational undergraduate partial scholarships of 10000 to 22000 USD may be offered to a limited number of applicants with strong academic records. Funding is competitive and not guaranteed.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    January 2027

    Apply by

    No deadline listed

  • Program starts

    August 2027

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    No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 4 years.