African American Studies Degree

The African-American Black Studies college degree track is an interdisciplinary field of study focused on the culture, politics, and history of Black Americans. A broader definition of African-American Black Studies includes all cultures of African diaspora not just people of African descent living in the United States. Get more details below including other Iowa colleges that offer african american studies degrees.

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Luther College

Also known as Luther Norse

1450 Alta Vista, Dubuque, IA

Luther 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 Decorah, Iowa, which is a predominantly rural area. The Evangelical Lutheran Church affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and curriculum that defines the school. Enrollment at Luther College is nearly two thousand per year.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Luther College offers:

• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Visual And Performing Arts
• Education
• Health And Clinical Professions

Students applying for admission are required to submit an application, transcripts, 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 within the range of 1410 to 1885 on the SAT, or 24 to 29 for the ACT is common among admitted students. 72% of those students that apply are accepted to Luther College, of which 24 percent choose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found on the school website.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $38,000, but may change per year. Students are encouraged to use the school's net price calculator to better estimate their personal tuition costs. The price of on-campus housing is around $3,300 per year. Luther College may offer financial aid for students who qualify as loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Luther College Norse participate in a number of athletic programs, as part of the NCAA organization. Athletic programs available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)

Career Options for Graduates

Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses pertaining to the culture and development of an area, an ethnic group, or any other group, such as Latin American studies, women's studies, or urban affairs. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, area, ethnic, and cultural studies teachers, postsecondary employment is expected to grow at a rate of 15.1% from 2014 to 2024

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