Race and Ethnic Studies

Visit the Catalog to view additional details about race and ethnic studies, including degree requirements, course descriptions and a sample plan of study.

For undergraduate students pursuing any Bachelor of Arts degree, the College of Arts and Sciences and the School of Law offers a 3+3 J.D. program, allowing students to complete their Bachelor's Degree and Juris Doctor in a total of 6 years.

Please consult with your holistic advisor for eligibility and timeline as you are scheduling your third-semester coursework.

Students pursuing a B.A. in Race and Ethnic Studies can obtain a double major, or one or more minors.

Through this program, we cultivate the intersectional thinking necessary to address systemic differences in power in order to pursue the work of equity and inclusion in conjunction with experiential learning as a means to forward the University's anti-racist mission of serving the common good. This knowledge will enable students to more effectively integrate race into the broader social justice mission of the Marianist charism, and to appreciate the diversity of cultural experiences that comprise American life.

Students gain experience in integrating research with social action and applying academic knowledge to on-campus communities beyond the University.

Ready to take the next step? Explore admission options or schedule an academic visit to learn more about race and ethnic studies at UD.

Additional Race and Ethnic Studies Programs

• Africana Studies (Minor)
• Latinx and Latin American Studies (Minor)
• Race and Social Justice (Minor)

Related Programs

• Communication (B.A.)
• Criminal Justice Studies: Pre-Law (B.A.)
• English (B.A.)
• History (B.A.)
• Human Rights Studies (B.A.)
• International Studies (B.A.)
• Philosophy (B.A.)
• Political Science (B.A.)
• Visual Arts (B.A.)
• Film Studies (Minor)
• Pre-Law (Minor)
• Social Work (Minor)
• Ethics and Leadership (Undergraduate Certificate)
• Nonprofit and Community Leadership (Graduate Certificate)
• Discover (Undecided)

Rooted in our Catholic, Marianist traditions, the University of Dayton is dedicated to being transparent and ensuring student success. And with high graduation and success rates, UD is an excellent value.

To help you cover your costs, a variety of scholarships, grants, loans and part-time work study are available. The University also accepts transfer credits and credit by exam for undergraduates, giving you more flexibility to add a double major or minor or participate in a transformational experience like study abroad or co-op.