CIP Code: 05.0199

Program of Study for the Master of Arts in Appalachian Studies

Basic Admission Requirements: Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and a complete application to the Graduate School .

Additional Admission Requirements: 

• Personal Statement 
• Work Sample

To be considered for admission, applicants must meet the criteria for admission to the Graduate School . Meeting this condition does not guarantee admission.

Letters of Recommendation: Three

Location: Boone Campus

Accelerated Master’s Program

This program offers an Accelerated Master’s  option for undergraduate students with a 3.2 or higher currently enrolled at Appalachian State University.

Course Requirements for the Master of Arts in Appalachian Studies

Concentration Requirements (15 Credits)

Choose 15 Credits of Coursework from the List Below:

• A_S 5015 - Old Time Music Traditions (3) [DL]
• A_S 5030 - Bluegrass Traditions (3)
• A_S 5035 - Local Music Traditions (3)
• ENG 5710 - Advanced Folklore (3) [DL]
• ENG 5720 - Appalachian Literature (3) [DL]
• HIS 5209 - Research Seminar in Appalachian History (3)
• REL 5400 - Religion in Appalachia (3)
• SOC 5300 - Appalachia in Social Context (3)

Electives (9 Credits)

Choose 9 credits of interdisciplinary coursework from the list below or from the courses listed above with the approval of the advisor. Other courses with related topics from other departments, such as those in Anthropology, Appalachian Studies, Business, English, Geography, History, Planning, Public Administration, and Technology may be selected with permission of the advisor.

Other Requirements for the MA in Appalachian Studies

• Thesis: Optional
• Proficiency: Not required
• Candidacy: Required; see the program director for specific timeline and requirements for admission to candidacy
• Comprehensive: A written examination is required
• Product of Learning: Not required