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 Massachusetts colleges that offer urban studies degrees.

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Hampshire College

One College Dr, Greenfield, MA

Hampshire College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and assists students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Amherst, MA, which is a predominantly rural area. Enrollment at Hampshire College exceeds a thousand annually.

Students may select from many areas of study, including:

• English Language And Literature
• Visual And Performing Arts
• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Social Sciences

Students applying for admission are generally required to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions committee. Students may take either the ACT or SAT exam scores to be considered for admissions to this school. A score between 1710 - 2020 on the SAT, or 25 - 29 for the ACT is common among accepted students. Hampshire College accepts approximately 70 percent of students applying. Of those accepted, around 20 percent registered for enrollment. More information on admissions can be found here.

Tuition is approximately $47,000 per year, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students may check the school's price of attendance calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. School housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is estimated to be $7,800. Students enrolled at Hampshire College may qualify for aid which is generally grants and loans.

Students can visit the school's http://www.hampshire.edu to view additional information.

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).