Overview
By fostering a diverse and dynamic community that reaches across disciplinary boundaries into a range of departments, the program encourages students to develop intellectual resources that will sustain them in a wide variety of careers and avocations.
Graduate students in the American Studies at the College of William & Mary work closely with their advisors to develop a program of courses and independent work that best reflects their interests, and best prepares them for original research and critical engagement with their fields. This individualized, both coherent and flexible, draws on the specialties of the program's core faculty and on the broad resources of the College as a whole.
Research
- From African America to Southern Culture, our graduate students investigate topics as diverse as the American landscape.
- Many have to opportunity to present their research at professional meetings and conferences, others publish articles in books and academic journals.
- To get a sense of the breadth of research, browse our list of theses and dissertations.
Programme Structure
Courses include:- Topics in American Studies
- American Studies: Profession and Practice
- Directed Research
- Directed Thesis Master's Research
- Pedagogy
- Seminar in American Studies
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
American Studies View 84 other Masters in American Studies in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- A non-refundable processing fee of $50 is required for application for admission to a graduate program in Arts & Sciences.
- Letters of Recommendation
- You are required to provide official transcripts or marks statements and degree certificates from all institutions of higher education that you have attended.
- Graduate Record Exam (GRE) Scores
Tuition Fee
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International
34978 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 34978 USD per year during 12 months. -
National
34978 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 34978 USD per year during 12 months. -
In-State
16618 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 16618 USD per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Williamsburg
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.