Thanks for visiting TopUniversities.com today! So that we can show you the most relevant information, please select the option that most closely relates to you.
Thanks for sending your response.
Your input will help us improve your experience.
Thanks for sending your response.
Your input will help us improve your experience.You can close this popup to continue using the website or choose an option below to register in or login.
The American Studies M.A. candidate pursues a curriculum which may include courses from a variety of disciplines but which centers upon the American experience. Each student develops an interdisciplinary concentration founded in American Studies coursework and incorporating related fields and disciplines such as environment and natural resources, Chicano, Native American and African American Studies, literature, history, anthropology, geography, art, and political science. With the help of a faculty advisor, each student shapes a program of study that reflects his or her background, interests, and career aspirations through a coherent investigation of an aspect of American life and thought. The M. A. in American Studies offers each student the opportunity to establish a professional identity and assemble a portfolio of accomplishments at the post-baccalaureate level. For many students this means concentrating on an interdisciplinary approach to cultural analysis that will serve as a transition to study at the Ph.D. level. For some, a public sector emphasis, including field courses, internships, and grant-sponsored activities lead to a career in government agencies, non-profit organizations, and publicly-sponsored cultural institutions. For a few, examining American culture from an international perspective can lead to a career outside the United States. Teachers, or teachers-in-training, have found a diverse, American Studies curriculum to be a way to enrich their understanding of American culture and thus augmenting and sharpening their teaching skills. At the time of the thesis defense (Plan A) or the oral examination (Plan B), each M.A. candidate must present a brief position paper which outlines the student's research interests within the interdisciplinary field. Master of Arts, Plan A requires 26 hours plus thesis. If the student elects Plan A (an appropriate choice if the ultimate goal is a doctorate), the thesis may rely on one of the traditional disciplines but should contain an interdisciplinary perspective which integrates the topic into the stream of American culture. Master of Arts, Plan B requires 30 hours, no thesis. If the student follows Plan B, s/he is expected to present to the examining committee a seminar paper or papers of publishable caliber, more limited in scope than the thesis but of equal rigor in conception and execution. The student will complete a written examination based on a reading list, the composition of which will be agreed on by the student and his or her graduate committee. The written examination, the position paper and the Plan B paper will then be the subject of an oral defense.
Program overview
Main Subject
Area Studies
Study Level
Masters
The American Studies M.A. candidate pursues a curriculum which may include courses from a variety of disciplines but which centers upon the American experience. Each student develops an interdisciplinary concentration founded in American Studies coursework and incorporating related fields and disciplines such as environment and natural resources, Chicano, Native American and African American Studies, literature, history, anthropology, geography, art, and political science. With the help of a faculty advisor, each student shapes a program of study that reflects his or her background, interests, and career aspirations through a coherent investigation of an aspect of American life and thought. The M. A. in American Studies offers each student the opportunity to establish a professional identity and assemble a portfolio of accomplishments at the post-baccalaureate level. For many students this means concentrating on an interdisciplinary approach to cultural analysis that will serve as a transition to study at the Ph.D. level. For some, a public sector emphasis, including field courses, internships, and grant-sponsored activities lead to a career in government agencies, non-profit organizations, and publicly-sponsored cultural institutions. For a few, examining American culture from an international perspective can lead to a career outside the United States. Teachers, or teachers-in-training, have found a diverse, American Studies curriculum to be a way to enrich their understanding of American culture and thus augmenting and sharpening their teaching skills. At the time of the thesis defense (Plan A) or the oral examination (Plan B), each M.A. candidate must present a brief position paper which outlines the student's research interests within the interdisciplinary field. Master of Arts, Plan A requires 26 hours plus thesis. If the student elects Plan A (an appropriate choice if the ultimate goal is a doctorate), the thesis may rely on one of the traditional disciplines but should contain an interdisciplinary perspective which integrates the topic into the stream of American culture. Master of Arts, Plan B requires 30 hours, no thesis. If the student follows Plan B, s/he is expected to present to the examining committee a seminar paper or papers of publishable caliber, more limited in scope than the thesis but of equal rigor in conception and execution. The student will complete a written examination based on a reading list, the composition of which will be agreed on by the student and his or her graduate committee. The written examination, the position paper and the Plan B paper will then be the subject of an oral defense.
Applicants must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited or recognized school is required. A cumulative minimum GPA of 3.0 on previous coursework is required for full admission (3.25 for interdisciplinary program applicants). Other English Language Requirement: A minimum score of 540 on the written TOEFL exam.
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
UW offers more than 90 undergraduate and more than 100 graduate academic programs through seven colleges and multiple interdisciplinary institutes and schools. With a small student/faculty ratio of 14:1, UW is a community of scholars and learners committed to excellence. UW’s academic programs of distinction are focused in six broad areas: science and technology, the arts and humanities, environment and natural resources, life sciences, and professions critical to the state and region.
UW offers 80 undergraduate and more than 90 graduate academic programs through seven colleges and multiple interdisciplinary institutes and schools. With a small student/faculty ratio of 14:1, UW is a community of scholars and learners committed to excellence. UW’s academic programs of distinction are focused in six broad areas: science and technology, the arts and humanities, environment and natural resources, life sciences, and professions critical to the state and region.
Master of Arts in American Studies
Area StudiesMain Subject Area
Program overview
Main Subject
Area Studies
Study Level
Masters
Program overview
Main Subject
Area Studies
Study Level
Masters
Admission requirements
Exam Scores
Important Dates
Tuition fee and scholarships
Tuition Fee
Scholarships
Domestic Students
International Students
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
In this guide you will find:
Where to look for scholarship opportunities
How to apply to scholarships relevant to you
A list of available scholarships around the world
A scholarship application checklist
More programs from the university
Bachelor UG
Master PG
PHD
UW offers more than 90 undergraduate and more than 100 graduate academic programs through seven colleges and multiple interdisciplinary institutes and schools. With a small student/faculty ratio of 14:1, UW is a community of scholars and learners committed to excellence. UW’s academic programs of distinction are focused in six broad areas: science and technology, the arts and humanities, environment and natural resources, life sciences, and professions critical to the state and region.
Arts and Humanities (7)
B.A. with Dance Concentration
B.A. with Theatre Concentration
Bachelor of Applied Science in Organizational Leadership
Bachelor of Arts in Art
Bachelor of Arts in Art History
Bachelor of Arts in English
Bachelor of Arts in French
Bachelor of Arts in German
Bachelor of Arts in History
Bachelor of Arts in Music
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy
Bachelor of Arts in Russian
Bachelor of Arts in Spanish
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting Concentration
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance Performance Concentration
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance Science Concentration
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Design/Technical Concentration
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre/English Concentration
Bachelor of Music in Performance: Instrumental Emphasis
Bachelor of Music in Performance: Keyboard Emphasis
Bachelor of Music in Performance: Vocal Emphasis
Business and Management (7)
Bachelor of Science in Energy Resource Management and Development
Bachelor of Science in Management
Bachelor of Science in Marketing
Engineering and Technology (7)
Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering - International Engineering Option
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Energy Systems Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Rangeland Ecology and Watershed Management
Life Sciences and Medicine (7)
Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology
Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Business
Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Communications
Bachelor of Science in Agroecology
Bachelor of Science in Animal and Veterinary Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Biology
Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene
Bachelor of Science in Microbiology
Bachelor of Science in Molecular Biology
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Physiology
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Bachelor of Science in Wildlife and Fisheries Biology and Management
Bachelor of Science in Zoology
Bachelors of Science in Botany
Natural Sciences (7)
B.A. or B.S. in Mathematics and Science
B.A./B.S. in Chemistry
B.A./B.S. in Physics
B.A./B.S. in Statistics
Bachelor of Science in Astronomy and Astrophysics
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Systems Science
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics
Others (7)
Bachelor of Science in Finance
Social Sciences and Management (7)
B.A. or B.S. in Social Science
B.A./ B.S. in Political science
B.A./B.S. in Communication
B.A./B.S. in Journalism
B.A./M.A. Program in Political Science
Bachelor of Arts in African American and Diaspora Studies
Bachelor of Arts in American Indian Studies
Bachelor of Arts in American Studies
Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice
Bachelor of Arts in Elementary and Early Childhood Education
Bachelor of Arts in Humanities and Fine Arts
Bachelor of Arts in International Studies
Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology
Bachelor of Music Education
Bachelor of Science in Business Economics
Bachelor of Science in Economics
Bachelor of Science in Family and Consumer Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Health Promotion
Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education
Bachelor of Social Work
UW offers 80 undergraduate and more than 90 graduate academic programs through seven colleges and multiple interdisciplinary institutes and schools. With a small student/faculty ratio of 14:1, UW is a community of scholars and learners committed to excellence. UW’s academic programs of distinction are focused in six broad areas: science and technology, the arts and humanities, environment and natural resources, life sciences, and professions critical to the state and region.
Arts and Humanities (7)
Master of Arts in English
Master of Arts in French
Master of Arts in Geography
Master of Arts in Geography/Water Resources
Master of Arts in German
Master of Arts in History
Master of Arts in Philosophy
Master of Arts in Spanish
Master of Music in Performance
Master of Science in Atmospheric Science
Master of Science in Natural Sciences
Masters of Science in Environmental Engineering
Business and Management (7)
Master of Science in Family and Consumer Sciences - Design, Merchandising, and Textiles Emphasis
Engineering and Technology (7)
Interdisciplinary MS Program in Water Resources
Master of Science in Civil Engineering
Master of Science in Computer Science
Master of Science in Education - Instructional Technology
Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering
Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Master of Science in Petroleum Engineering
Master of Science in Rangeland Ecology and Watershed Management
Master of science in Chemical Engineering
Life Sciences and Medicine (7)
Master of Arts in Anthropology
Master of Science Education in Speech - Language Pathology
Master of Science Nursing in Nurse Educator
Master of Science in Agronomy
Master of Science in Animal and Veterinary Sciences
Master of Science in Botany
Master of Science in Counseling
Master of Science in Entomology
Master of Science in Family and Consumer Sciences - Human Nutrition and Food Emphasis
Master of Science in School Counseling
Master of Science in Zoology and Physiology
Masters of Science in Molecular Biology
Natural Sciences (7)
Joint Degree in JD/MA in Environment and Natural Resources
Master of Science in Applied Statistics
Master of Science in Chemistry
Master of Science in Geology
Master of Science in Geophysics
Master of Science in Mathematics
Master of Science in Soil Science
Others (7)
Master of Science in Accounting
Master of Science in Finance
Social Sciences and Management (7)
Master of Arts in American Studies
Master of Arts in Communication
Master of Arts in Education - Curriculum and Instruction
Master of Arts in Education - Educational Administration, Adult and Postsecondary Education
Master of Arts in Education - Special Education
Master of Arts in Educational Administration, Educational Leadership
Master of Arts in International Studies
Master of Arts in Political Science
Master of Arts in Sociology
Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing
Master of Music Education
Master of Public Administration (MPA)
Master of Science in Economics
Master of Science in Family and Consumer Sciences - Human Development and Family Sciences Emphasis
Master of Science in Food Science and Human Nutrition
Master of Science in Kinesiology and Health
Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling
Master of Science in Teaching - Geography
Master of Science in Teaching - Physics and Astronomy
Master of Social Work
Arts and Humanities (6)
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Atmospheric Science
Interdisciplinary Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Hydrologic Sciences - Water Resources/Environmental Science and Engineering (WRESE)
Business and Management (6)
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Marketing
Engineering and Technology (6)
Doctor of Education (EdD) in Education: Instructional Technology
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Chemical Engineering
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Civil Engineering
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Computer Science
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Electrical and Computer Engineering
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Mechanical Engineering
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Petroleum Engineering
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Rangeland Ecology and Watershed Management
Life Sciences and Medicine (6)
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
Doctor of Pharmacy Degree (Pharm.D.)
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Neuroscience
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Agronomy
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Animal and Veterinary Sciences
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Anthropology
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Biomedical sciences
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Botany
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Clinical Psychology
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Cognition/Cognitive Development
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Ecology
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Entomology
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Molecular and Cellular Life Sciences
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Psychology and Law
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Social Psychology
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Zoology and Physiology
Natural Sciences (6)
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Chemistry
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Geology
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Geophysics
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Mathematics
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Mathematics Education
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Physics and Astronomy
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Soil Science
Social Sciences and Management (6)
Doctor of Education (EdD) in Curriculum and Instruction
Doctor of Education (EdD) in Educational Administration, Adult and Postsecondary Education
Doctor of Education (EdD) in Educational Administration, Educational Leadership
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Counselor Education and Supervision
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Curriculum and Instruction
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Economics
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Education: Instructional Technology
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Educational Administration, Adult and Postsecondary Education
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Educational Administration, Educational Leadership
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Literacy Education
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Science Education
Juris Doctor