Urban Studies Degree

The complex and ever-evolving Urban Studies and Affairs field is an interdisciplinary area of study that synthesizes cultural, social, and economic constructs of a city. Urban studies and affairs brings together a variety of specialties such as sociology, psychology, political science, geography, and history to make sense of mission critical questions about a city or defined urban area. Get more details below including other Louisiana colleges that offer urban studies degrees.

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Dillard University

923 Florida Blvd SE, Denham Springs, LA

Dillard University is a nonprofit private historically black institution located in New Orleans, LA. Most historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were founded after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. The school's United Methodist affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's mission. Approximately a thousand students are enrolled yearly at Dillard University.

Areas of study available at Dillard University include:

• Ethnic Cultural And Gender Studies
• Social Sciences
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be asked to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit school records, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. Most common test scores among students accepted to this school are between 16 - 20 for the ACT exam, or 1090 - 1410 on the SAT. 49% of those students that apply are admitted to Dillard University, of which 13% choose to attend.

The cost of tuition is approximately $16,000, but may change per year. Students are encouraged to use the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their cost of attending this school. The price of on-campus housing is about $7,000 annually. Students at this school may qualify for aid which is generally scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for Dillard University is the "Blue Devils", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through oversight by the NAIA. Athletic programs available may include the following:

• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division I)
• Volleyball (NAIA Division I)

Students can take a look at the school's http://www.dillard.edu to see additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Urban Studies Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Dillard University offers a bachelor's degree program in urban studies.

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Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Sociologists

Description

Study human society and social behavior by examining the groups and social institutions that people form, as well as various social, religious, political, and business organizations. May study the behavior and interaction of groups, trace their origin and growth, and analyze the influence of group activities on individual members.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, sociologists employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -0.7% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).