Program Overview
The Ethnic Studies at San Francisco State University is a MA programme in Humanities over 24 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 Ethnic 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: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 372 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students
- Location: San Francisco, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Ethnic 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
- Theories and Issues in Ethnic Studies
- Theory and History in Asian American Studies
- Seminar in Africana Studies
- Seminar in American Indian Studies
- Seminar in Latina/o Studies
- Research Methods in Ethnic Studies
- Ethnic Studies Community Practicum
- Graduate Projects in the Teaching of Ethnic Studies
- Advanced Research Seminar in Ethnic Studies (or Area of Emphasis Course)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Admission Requirements:
- Possess a bachelor\'s degree from an accredited institution in a field related to the program as determined by the Graduate Admissions Committee.
- Possess a grade point average of at least 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) in the last 60 semester (90 quarter) units attempted.
- Must have completed a minimum of 12 semester (16 quarter) units in ethnic-related course work or have comparable experience.
- Must have completed a basic course in statistics.
The graduate admission application to SF State is a two-part process. You must submit Part One and Part Two of your graduate admission application simultaneously by the deadline to be considered for admission.
- Submit the application to the Division of Graduate Studies v
- Submit the following information to the graduate coordinator of the College of Ethnic Studies (on behalf of the College of Ethnic Studies Graduate Admissions Committee) :
- College transcripts
- The Master of Arts in Ethnic Studies application (online form at //ethnicstudies.sfsu.edu/) that includes a statement of purpose outlining background experiences and possible community involvement, career objectives, rationale for studying ethnic studies, how your undergraduate degree relates to the M.A. in Ethnic Studies, and a biographical statement
- Two letters of recommendation from individuals having direct knowledge of the applicant\xc2\x92s scholastic ability and commitment to the field of Ethnic Studies
- An 8-15 page writing sample (such as a research paper) that best reflects the applicant\'s ability to do research in proposed areas of graduate study
- A curriculum vitae
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 372 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 372 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact San Francisco State University 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 San Francisco State University
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, United States
San Francisco State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-02-18
- Start Date 2018-08-23
- Language English
- Duration 24 months