Overview

The program at California State University centers the resilience and resistance of communities of color in the U.S. and globally in response to the historical and contemporary marginalization of these communities. The Ethnic Studies Masters Program can be applied in sectors that work with diverse populations, with emphasis on community engagement and advocacy of historically underrepresented and underserved communities, to support professionals in these sectors to work more effectively with these communities.

The Master of Arts in Ethnic Studies prepares students

for advanced study toward the Ph.D. degree
to teach in community colleges
with the content knowledge necessary to teach Ethnic Studies in secondary and elementary schools for credentialed teachers
to work in the public and private sectors, tribal governments, and NGOs (non-government organizations) as culturally and community responsive leaders.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Contemporary Issues in Ethnic Studies
Ethnic Studies: Theory and Praxis
Indigenous Communities and Communities of Color
Ethnic Studies Research Methods
Applied Ethnic Studies Research Methods
Ethnic Studies: The Discipline and Profession

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-06 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Sacramento, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

a baccalaureate degree in Ethnic Studies or related field awarded by a regionally accredited university;
a minimum 2.8 GPA in the last 60 units attempted and 2.8 GPA in the major;
three letters of recommendation from individuals who can evaluate the applicant's potential for successful graduate study;
statement of purpose (2 pages limit) that explains the applicant's purposes and goals in pursuing a master's degree in Ethnic Studies;
personal statement (2 pages limit) that describes how the applicant's personal background and experiences influenced the applicant's decision to pursue a graduate degree, including any of the following: community work, leadership, and challenges and achievements that prepare the applicant for success in the graduate program;
CV or resume that reflects relevant professional experience; and
a writing sample (written, analytical, and research skills) that demonstrate the applicant's potential for successful graduate study.

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

8548 USD / year

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Out-of-State

8548 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

8548 USD / year

≈ 8548 USD / year

Additional Details

Non-Resident Tuition Fee: $471.00 per unit plus the tuition fees above and mandatory campus fees.

Living costs

Sacramento

United States

1190 - 1765 USD / month

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