African American Studies Major (B.A.)

The African American Studies Department was established in 1969 and remains one of a few programs with departmental status in the state of Ohio.

The faculty believe in preparing and mentoring all students to successfully complete their academic goals and objectives.

• Social responsibility in the areas of teaching, research, and service
• Problem-solving in American and global society
• Preparation for careers in social service, education, legal services and more
• Preparation for graduate school in multiple disciplines

Admission Requirements

This program has no requirements beyond University admission and transfer requirements.

OHIO Admissions

Option: Early Assurance Program with the Master of Arts in Law, Justice & Culture

African American Studies offers an Interdisciplinary undergraduate degree for students interested in pursuing the life, culture and history of African Americans. Many students interested in African American history and culture pursue post-undergraduate work and graduate degrees related to the criminal justice system, educational policy, and civil and human rights.

• Complete a bachelor’s in African American Studies and a master’s degree Law, Justice & Culture in an accelerated program.
• Guarantee a seat in the master’s program by earning conditional admission now.  Learn more about the M.A. in Law, Justice & Culture Early Assurance Program .
• See how seniors can take graduate LJC courses as an undergrad .
• Sample 5-year plan for bachelor's/master's degrees .

African American Studies B.A. Courses & Curriculum

View Courses & Degree Requirements in the Official Academic Catalog

The faculty believe in preparing and mentoring all students to successfully complete their academic goals and objectives. Our mission is to contribute to an inclusive intellectual environment at Ohio University by developing and delivering an interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary curriculum that advances the University’s general education goals.

The African American Studies Department also offers a Departmental Honors program in African American Studies.

• Take the core course: AAS 1060 - Introduction to African American Studies.
• Take three courses in two African American Studies tracks:
  • Art, Music, and Media
  • History
  • Law, Political Science, and Race
  • Literature
• Take at least three electives.