Career and Academic Opportunities

The Master of Arts in American Studies (MAST) prepares Interdisciplinary Studies (ISD) majors for a wide variety of careers in business, education, government, law, nonprofits, media, communications and marketing, publishing, and the arts. ISD and MAST students individualize their programs through focused study and practical, project-based learning tied to their own professional needs and interests, allowing them to build an impressive portfolio of skills and experience for potential employers. MAST graduates are innovative, flexible, and demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of American history, literature, culture, politics, and society in diverse and transnational contexts, making them attractive to employers around the world.

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Salary and Career Information

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Admission Requirements

Double Owl Admission Requirements 
  • Completed 60 hours towards a Bachelor or Science degree in Interdisciplinary Studies
  • 3.00 GPA at KSU
  • Completed 18 hours in residence at KSU
  • Submit one copy of representative writing samples from one or more genres, not to exceed 25 pages

 

Pathway of Study

Double Owl Pathways Curriculum

 

Suggested Timeline

Students should apply to this Double Owl Pathway in the second semester of their sophomore year.

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Contact Information

Undergraduate Information

Undergraduate Degree
Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies

Department / College
Interdisciplinary Studies / Radow College of Humanities and Social Sciences
Library (Kennesaw campus), Room 4100

Advising Contact
Benjamin Brooks, Program Director
bbrook77@kennesaw.edu 
470-578-2431

Graduate Information

Graduate Degree
Master of Arts in American Studies

Department / College
Interdisciplinary Studies / Radow College of Humanities and Social Science
English Building, Room 173

Advising Contact
Miriam Brown Spiers, Program Director
mspiers1@kennesaw.edu
470-578-6297