About the course

The Master of Arts in Appalachian Studies is an interdisciplinary graduate degree designed to provide a comprehensive study of the Appalachian region, including its history, environment, culture, and current challenges. The program is designed to meet the needs of three types of students: Students for whom a graduate degree in the discipline of Appalachian Studies would improve their qualifications for the job market, Students who are already in the workforce but can profit from and perhaps advance in their careers with deeper knowledge of the region, and Students who are interested in understanding the region from a variety of historical, cultural, and global perspectives, who will profit from concentrated study and research, and who may plan to enter doctoral programs upon the completion of the degree. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

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Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Johnson City
Summer (May), 2024	Johnson City
Fall (August), 2024	Johnson City
Spring (January), 2025	Johnson City
Summer (May), 2025	Johnson City
Fall (August), 2025	Johnson City
Spring (January), 2026	Johnson City
Summer (May), 2026	Johnson City

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for East Tennessee State University

School of Graduate Studies Admission Requirement: A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution. Applicants must meet one of the following GPA requirements: 3.0 on a 4.0 scale., 16 on a 20-point scale., 80.0 from Chinese institutions., 1st Class, 2nd Class Honors, or 1st and upper 2nd Division from Indian institutions., Upper 2nd Class Honors on various British systems., Other grading systems will be evaluated upon receipt of transcripts. Graduate students whose native language is not English must submit one of the following: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): Score of 79 (Internet-Based), Score of 550 (Paper-based). International English Language Testing System (IELTS): Score of 6.5.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

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