Overview

Key facts

This is done using an interdisciplinary approach whereby students engage in critical thinking across the spectrum of various disciplines such as:

history,

literature,

music,

psychology,

environmental studies,

women’s studies,

peace and social justice etc.

A major component of our mission is to teach and encourage students how to critique the world from the perspective and world view of Africana (“Black”) peoples. This allows for greater clarity in properly assessing the impact Africana peoples have had upon countless aspects of the collective human experience.

The African and African American Studies program of Berea College teaches students how to:

identify, study, and clarify African contributions to human history;

analyze and describe/express the various conditions that have impacted upon and influenced both the individual and collective development of African peoples; and

identify solutions as well as actions, which free all peoples from any socialized notions of inherent inferiority predicated on the basis of their African ancestry.

Why Study African and African American Studies?

African and African American Studies is multidisciplinary. It focuses globally on:

the life,

culture and

social organization of persons of African descent in Africa, North America, Latin America, Caribbean, etc.

Thus, anywhere peoples of the African Diaspora find themselves. Courses in African and African American Studies will engage students as they seek to learn about society in general and the experiences of the African Diaspora in particular.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

African-American History

African-American Studies

Race in America

Food/Agriculture Africa

Black Music Ensemble

African-American Literature

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-03-31 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Berea, United States

Disciplines

American and Australasian studies African studies View 257 other Bachelors in African studies in United States

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General requirements

International Application for Admission and Scholarship form.

International Personal Essay and Essay Cover Sheet.

Copy of official secondary school records.

Personal Statement of Financial Circumstances.

International Financial Questionnaire (IFQ).

International Financial Recommendation Form.

Two (2) Admission Recommendation forms, at least one of which should be written by a current or former teacher.

Copy of official scores from at least one of the following exams: TOEFL, IELTS, ACT or SAT.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

55480 USD / year

≈ 55480 USD / year
Out-of-State

55480 USD / year

≈ 55480 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

55480 USD / year

≈ 55480 USD / year

Additional Details

No student pays tuition. Who is eligible? Students with strong academic potential and financial need are encouraged to apply.

Living costs

Berea

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

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