Master of Arts in African Studies

Tuition comes to 37,334 USD per year.

The Master of Arts program in African Studies offers graduate-level study focusing on the diverse continent. Students engage with core coursework and can specialize in areas such as Language, Culture and Development; Africa in World Affairs; or Development and Public Policy. The program requires coursework, a thesis, and demonstrated proficiency in an African language.

Focus areas include Language, Culture and Development, Africa in World Affairs, Development and Public Policy.

Students must complete a minimum of 36 credit hours, comprising 30 hours of coursework and 6 hours for a thesis. The program also requires completion of core courses, a comprehensive examination, and demonstration of African language proficiency.

Applicants need a B.A. or B.Sc. from an accredited university with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Required documents include official transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and a statement of purpose. GRE scores are also required.

The programme totals about 36 credit hours. For international students, tuition is well above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 35% of applicants.

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