Overview

In the Africana Studies (AFST) program at University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC) students gain a comprehensive overview of the contribution of African peoples to world history, as well as their literary, artistic, political, psychological, scientific, and technological contributions in the Americas, Africa, and other parts of the world. When combined with available research and internship opportunities, this curriculum prepares students for graduate and professional study in a wide array of areas, and it allows them to pursue careers in such fields as public affairs, law, foreign service, health, government, social work, education, the visual and performing arts and business and management.

Key Facts

The major in Africana Studies affords students the full range of intellectual and interdisciplinary skills commensurate with a liberal arts education, namely those of reading and thinking critically, reasoning logically and analytically, writing effectively, speaking fluently, and having a basic understanding of the use of quantitative, i.e., statistical, information. Once having completed the major requirements, students are equipped to demonstrate their knowledge of the histories of Africans and African Diasporan peoples, write critical essays and conduct independent research on Diasporan issues and topics, and develop and utilize strategies designed to alleviate problems in their communities.Through required learning, research, and internship activities, students thus are afforded experiences that encourage them to make learning a lifelong pursuit, stay well-informed about issues and problems impacting African and African Diasporic communities, and be motivated to provide service to their communities.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Black Literature: 20th Century

African history and politics

African-American culture and experience

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-12-01 00:00:00
Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Baltimore Highlands, United States

Disciplines

African studies View 258 other Bachelors in African studies in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

If you have or are currently earning your high school/secondary school diploma or equivalent but have not earned college credits at the university level AFTER earning your diploma, you should apply to UMBC as a first-year student.

We weigh a number of factors in making admission decisions. In addition to grade point average and standardized test scores, the strength of your curriculum, class rank, and other achievements as well as your essay will be considered. We expect applicants to have completed a strong college preparatory program of study from an accredited high school/secondary school.

If you have attended a postsecondary institution, such as a college or university, outside the United States, submit course by course credentials evaluated through one of the following evaluation services.

Documents in languages other than English must be accompanied by a certified English translation.

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Tuition Fee

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International

32745 USD/year

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Based on the tuition of 32745 USD per year during 48 months.
National

32745 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 32745 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

13689 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13689 USD per year during 48 months.

Funding

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