Program Overview
The American Studies at College of William & Mary is a MA programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the American Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7.5
- Tuition: USD 30,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 14,258 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Williamsburg, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the American Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- American Material Culture
- Cultural Politics of Art
- Material Life in African America
- The Museum in the United States
- Exploring the African Diaspora Past
- Ethnographic History
- The Making of a Region: Southern Literature and Culture
- Directed Studies
- Topics in American Studies
- Collecting and Exhibiting Culture
- Arts of the African Diaspora
- The Material Culture of Early America: Artifacts as Design and as Commodities
- The Material Culture of America: Focus on Decorative Arts
- Writing and Reading Culture
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission Requirements:
There are two ways to apply to a graduate degree program:
- Apply online, and follow up with supplementary materials by mail. This method is preferred.
- Apply entirely by mail.
Documents Required:
- Official Transcripts
- Graduate Record Exam (GRE) Scores
- Application Fee Waivers
- Official TOEFL or IELTS scores:
English Proficiency: IELTS 7.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 30,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 14,258 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 30,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 14,258 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact College of William & Mary directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About College of William and Mary
College of William and Mary
Williamsburg, United States
College of William and Mary is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-01-18
- Start Date 2018-08-10
- Language English
- Duration 12 months