23 Master's Programs in American Studies in North America

Top universities for American Studies in North America

Ranked by how many american studies programs each one runs in North America — the count is next to the name.

• California State University, Los Angeles (2)
• George Washington University (1)
• San Diego State University (1)
• Indiana University Bloomington (1)
• Penn State University (1)
• Princeton University (1)
• Georgetown University (1)
• Stony Brook University (1)
• Temple University (1)
• California State University, Fullerton (1)

January intake in North America

6 of these programs list a dated January start that is still ahead. Dates come from each listing — confirm on the program page before planning around one.

• Master in American Studies, MA — University of Iowa · starts Jan 2027
• Master in Chicana(o) and Latina(o) Studies, M.A. — California State University, Los Angeles · starts Jan 2027
• Master in Africology and African American Studies MA — Temple University · starts Jan 2027
• Master in Latin American Studies, M.A. — California State University, Los Angeles · starts Jan 2027
• Master in Latin American, Caribbean, and Latino Studies, M.A. — University of South Florida · starts Jan 2027
• Master in Latin American Studies — University of Arizona · starts Jan 2027

Masters (MS) in American Studies in North America: common questions

How many american studies programs are there in North America?

23 american studies masters programs at 22 universities in North America are open to international students, as of 11 October 2026.

How much does a american studies degree in North America cost?

The median annual fee (programs billed per year) for master's programs in american studies in North America is 30,134 USD. The middle half of those programs charge between 23,100 USD and 37,601 USD a year.

Can I study american studies in North America in English?

Yes — 100% of the american studies programs in North America in our catalog are taught in English (23 of 23).