Join the Bachelor of Arts in African American Studies at UIC Global! Designed for international students, gain cultural insights and career support. Apply now!
Program Description International direct admission to UIC Global is for international students with advanced English-language skills. It focuses on academic, cultural, and professional growth so you can excel in school—and prepare for a successful future. As an international direct student at UIC Global, you’ll receive: Exclusive and rigorous academic coursework Priority access to in-demand courses that fit your interests Guidance from academic advisors and mentors Career development and networking opportunities Intensive classes with domestic students African American Studies is an interdisciplinary field of study that examines the history, politics and cultural production of persons of African descent. Courses consider the United States, Africa, and the global dispersal of persons of African descent, including the Caribbean, Latin America, and Europe. The department has strong links to community organizations and social movements in Chicago, across the United States, and internationally. Students are encouraged to use their training to address “real world” problems and conflicts. African American Studies offers a liberal arts education that develops skills in critical thinking, research methods, theory building, analysis, and written and oral expression. An African American Studies major is excellent preparation for any field of public service (including health care, social work, and education) policy and government, the arts, and media, as well as advanced graduate and professional work in fields ranging from the law to history, literature, and sociology.
