African and African American studies is an interdisciplinary BA program that focuses on people of African descent throughout the world and the diversity of past and present experiences of those who live in: Africa Central America South America the Caribbean the United States As an institutional program, African and African American studies is structured to: combine knowledge of the African diaspora with intellectual and practical training in specific areas to create more effective communities and global partnerships prepare students of all ethnicities to better understand, value and more effectively participate in our increasingly diverse society provide students with a foundation for advanced studies in such fields and professions as history, English, sociology, political science, communications, arts, public administration, law, psychology, social work, education and business Additional Program Fee: No Second Language Requirement: Yes First Required Math Course: MAT 142 - College Mathematics. Program Math Intensity:program math intensity general General

Because of its emphasis on various social aspects and groups, the African and African American studies program provides students with practical applications useful for various workplaces. The minor requirement of the program helps students develop cultural sensitivity and prepares them for careers in: administration advertising business counseling education human resources international relations journalism justice management travel Our program prepares students for work in: civil rights organizations colleges and universities corporations government agencies hotel chains law firms libraries museums nonprofit organizations political action groups public relation firms research organizations sales departments social service agencies the insurance industry the Peace Corps travel agencies Example Careers: Students who complete this degree program may be prepared for the following careers. Advanced degrees or certifications may be required for academic or clinical positions. Career examples include but are not limited to the following: *growth *median salary Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary 15.12% $69,130 Compliance Managers Green OccupationGreen Bright OutlookBright Outlook 7.32% $99,540 Investment Fund Managers Bright Outlook 7.32% $99,540 Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary 15.12% $71,470 Political Scientists 19.49% $103,860 Regulatory Affairs Managers Green Occupation Bright Outlook 7.32% $99,540 Sociologists 21.9% $73,670 Transportation Planners Green Occupation Bright Outlook 22.44% $75,160