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 Massachusetts colleges that offer african american studies degrees.

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Wheaton College – Norton

577 Western Ave, Westfield, MA

Wheaton College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and helps 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 Norton, MA, which is a predominantly suburban area. Enrollment at Wheaton College exceeds 1,600 per year.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Psychology
• Social Sciences
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• English Language And Literature
• History
• Visual And Performing Arts

To be considered for admissions, you may be required to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit any transcripts or test scores, which are then studied by the admissions office. 62% of applicants are admitted to this school, of which 22 percent choose to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found through the school's primary website or by requesting information here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $46,000, but may change each year. Students are encouraged to use the school's net price calculator to better estimate their cost of attending Wheaton College. Housing is available for students and costs about $6,300 for the year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The mascot for Wheaton College is the "Lyons", and they participate in intercollegiate sports through the NCAA. Sports available may include:

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

Students who wish to view more about Wheaton College can visit their website at wheatoncollege.edu.

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).