Africana Studies
Northampton, Massachusetts, United States
The Africana Studies major at Smith College offers an interdisciplinary curriculum that explores the methodological, theoretical, and historical foundations of African and African diaspora studies. Students engage with diverse disciplines such as history, sociology, and literature to develop a comprehensive understanding of blackness, race, and diaspora dynamics through critical analysis and research.
- Northampton, Massachusetts, United States
- 4 years
- On Campus
- ₹57,58,510/Year
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Program Overview
The Africana Studies major at Smith College offers an interdisciplinary curriculum that explores the methodological, theoretical, and historical foundations of African and African diaspora studies. Students engage with diverse disciplines such as history, sociology, and literature to develop a comprehensive understanding of blackness, race, and diaspora dynamics through critical analysis and research.
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Class Size
400 Students
Key Features
Specializations Available
AI/ML, Systems, Theory, Human-Computer Interaction
Research Opportunities
Access to cutting-edge research labs and industry partnerships
Admission Requirements
No Admission Requirement Available.
Key Dates
Application Start time & Deadline
Starting 2026-09-01
Apply before 2125-04-18
Program Start
Unknown
Programme Structure
Courses Included:African-American Literature 1900 to the PresentHistory of Afro-American People to 1960Death and Dying in Black CultureThe Harlem RenaissanceRace and Identity in the African DiasporaFeminism, Race and Resistance: History of Black Women in AmericaAfrica: Peoples, Environment and Development IssuesSeminar: Topics in Development Anthropology: Health in Africa--Elliot FrankinGlobalization and Transformation in AfricaTwentieth-Century Literatures of Africa--Katwiwa Mule,Studies in South African Literature and Film: Adopting Violence to the Screen--Katwiwa MuleStudies in South African Literature and Film: Topic: The Political Imagination in Contemporary South Africa
Program Highlights
- Comprehensive curriculum covering all key topics
- Hands-on projects and real-world case studies
- Expert faculty with industry experience
- Career support and placement assistance
Academic Requirements
No academic requirements found.
English Language Requirements
No English language requirements found.
Additional Requirements
Applicants must submit either the Common Application or Coalition Application, along with the Smith Writing Supplement. Additional requirements include a Secondary School Report with official transcripts, a counselor recommendation, two teacher evaluations, standardized test scores (SAT I, ACT, TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, or Duolingo English Test), and an Early Decision Agreement if applicable. These comprehensive materials ensure a holistic review of academic preparedness and personal motivation.
Course Fees
₹57,58,510/Year
Annual Fee
4 years
Total Duration
Living Costs
No Living costs available.
University Scholarships
No University Scholarships Available
External Scholarships
Rochelle Nicolette Perry Memorial Scholarship
N/A
Amount
1250 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Organization of American States (OAS) Academic Scholarship Program
N/A
Amount
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Master's Scholarship
N/A
Amount
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Denise Halbach Performance Scholarship
N/A
Amount
2000 USD
Deadline
15 Apr 2025
Thomas Jefferson Prize in United States History
N/A
Amount
300 EUR
Deadline
Anytime
Eligibility Requirements
No Eligibility Requirements Available
Application Process
No Application Steps Available
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