Studies may span American literature, history, politics, religion, philosophy, art, music, and film. AMCS students also attend graduate seminars designed specifically for them. Individualism and Community Early African-American Literature History of Education in the United States Presidential Elections, Past and Present Prehistory of North America Religion and American Culture Courses normally are offered once a week in the late afternoon or evening. Students may start the program in the fall, spring or summer terms. This page was last updated on February 13, 2001.
Most courses are three credits.
Degree candidates may transfer up to six credits of related graduate-level course work from another university with the approval of the program director and the dean of the Graduate School. Although no specific courses are required, Methods in American Culture Studies is highly recommended. The project is to be completed at the conclusion of a student's course work. This project presents an opportunity to explore an area of personal interest. AMCS students wishing to undertake intensive research into a particular topic may choose to write a 6-credit master's thesis as partial fulfillment of the M.A. degree.