Overview

Appalachian Studies from East Tennessee State University with its strong history of service to Appalachia and a mission that embraces its Southern Appalachian identity and setting. Faculty in the Department of Appalachian Studies are widely recognized as leaders in Appalachian-related research and community outreach.

Careers

Specific areas of employment that may be enhanced by this degree include education, local and regional planning, economic development, service organizations, cultural and arts organizations, and health-related careers.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Seminar in Appalachia and Religion

Seminar in Art and Appalachia

Ethnomusicology and Appalachia

Foodways of Appalachia

Documenting Community Traditions

Current Issues in Appalachian Studies

Rural Health Projects

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-05-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

33 SCH

33-36

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Johnson City, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

The personal essay (required by the School of Graduate Studies) should address the student’s reasons for choosing an Appalachian Studies program;

Acceptable GPA (3.0 on a 4.0 scale preferred);

Three letters of recommendation; and

A writing sample, such as a paper previously submitted for credit in an undergraduate or graduate course.

Unofficial transcripts may be submitted with your application. Official transcripts will be required upon acceptance to a Graduate program.

A statement about why you wish to pursue this degree.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

26942 USD / year

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Out-of-State

26942 USD / year

≈ 26942 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

11822 USD / year

≈ 11822 USD / year

Living costs

Johnson City

United States

1017 - 1889 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Credits

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General requirements

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