Overview

The AAADS program investigates and examines the experiences of people of African descent in the United States and in diasporas throughout the world. As a humanistic discipline in the democratic tradition, it dispels myths and exposes those attitudes that perpetuate racism in American life.

Features

Graduates of this African American and African Diaspora Studies - Sociology program at Indiana University Bloomington will be prepared to pursue further education or careers in a wide variety of fields, including academics, theatre and drama, music composition, information technology, law, engineering, education, journalism, criminal justice, creative writing, fundraising, politics, social work, business, community organizing, nonprofits, healthcare, the legal profession, banking, and technology industries.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

The AAADS program investigates and examines the experiences of people of African descent in the United States and in diasporas throughout the world.

As a humanistic discipline in the democratic tradition, it dispels myths and exposes those attitudes that perpetuate racism in American life.

Sociology acquaints students with basic principles, methods, and findings in sociology—the scientific study of society and of human social interaction as organized in systems of social relationships, organizations, and institutions.

It seeks to explain the order, disorder, and change that characterize social life as well as their implications for individuals.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bloomington, United States

Disciplines

Sociology African studies View 257 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

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed online application

Common Application essay or Apply IU 200-400 word IU-specific essay

Academic records

Demonstration of English proficiency

Financial documents

Application fee or waiver

SAT or ACT exam scores (optional)

Letters of recommendation (optional)

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

42702 USD / year

≈ 42702 USD / year
Out-of-State

42702 USD / year

≈ 42702 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

12142 USD / year

≈ 12142 USD / year

Living costs

Bloomington

United States

1071 - 1733 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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