Overview

The masters of American Studies at Kennesaw State University aims to help you develop knowledge about American society and culture that is critical, contextual, and informed by a high degree of personal awareness. The American Studies degree is multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary, focusing on studying American cultures as they exist locally, regionally, nationally, and transnationally.

With grounding in the content knowledge and methodologies from a range of fields, you will be actively encouraged to pursue an understanding and critical analysis of the history, literature, arts, politics, language, philosophy, and social practices of the multitude of American communities.

What can you do with an American Studies degree?

Hiring organizations consistently seek candidates who possess a collection of “soft skills” acquired through your classes, extracurricular involvement, and experience applicable to any job position. The skills you will learn from a diverse curriculum help make you highly marketable and valuable to potential employers.

Below are potential job titles for graduates from the American studies degree at KSU:

Archivist

Librarian

FBI/CIA Agent

Law Enforcement

Biographer

Lawyer

Lobbyist

Journalist

Public Relations Officer

Freelance Writer

Programme Structure

Modules include:

History and Culture of the Americas

Literature and Culture of the Americas

American Studies Scholarship

American Studies Methods

Capstone Literature Review and Proposal

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-05-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kennesaw, United States

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies American and Australasian studies View 132 other Masters in American and Australasian studies in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Online Graduate Application - There is a non-refundable $60 application fee.

Transcripts - Official transcripts from EACH college and/or university you have attended.

Bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA of 2.75 from a regionally accredited college or university

Statement of purpose in the form of a narrative which describes your educational and/or professional background, your future goals, and how admission into the American Studies MA program at Kennesaw State University will help you accomplish these goals.

Writing sample demonstrating the writing skills you have developed as a student and/or professional. The sample should be relevant to the field of American Studies, broadly defined, and it should be refined and revised to fit within 5-7 double-spaced pages.

Two letters of recommendation: One from a faculty member

Resume or professional vitae (Optional)

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

20142 USD / year

≈ 20142 USD / year
Out-of-State

20142 USD / year

≈ 20142 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

5454 USD / year

≈ 5454 USD / year

Living costs

Kennesaw

United States

900 - 1400 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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Overview

What can you do with an American Studies degree?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Kennesaw

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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