Race and Ethnic Studies (B.A.)

Flexible, Customizable Degree

When pursuing a B.A. in Race and Ethnic Studies, you can choose from one of three tracks: Africana studies, Latinx studies or race and social justice. You also can obtain a double major, or one or more minors.

Focus on the Common Good

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.

Experiential Learning

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

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)

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At the University of Dayton, applying is free and test scores are optional. When you apply, you'll automatically be considered for a merit scholarship.

Learn about our admission process, then apply using UD's application or the Common App.

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.