Florida Atlantic’s Ethnic Studies program stands out for its interdisciplinary approach and flexibility. You’ll engage with a wide range of academic research and perspectives, choosing courses that match your interests across multiple departments. The program emphasizes real-world relevance, preparing you to think critically about race, ethnicity, and their impact on society—skills that are valuable in many careers and communities.
Degrees Offered at Florida Atlantic
Undergraduate
- Ethnic Studies Certificate
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Educational Objectives & Student Outcomes
1. Develop a strong understanding of the key concepts and theories related to race and ethnicity.
2. Gain interdisciplinary skills by studying across the social sciences, arts, and humanities.
3. Learn to analyze and address critical issues affecting diverse communities.
2. Gain interdisciplinary skills by studying across the social sciences, arts, and humanities.
3. Learn to analyze and address critical issues affecting diverse communities.
1. Apply theoretical, analytical, and methodological approaches to real-world questions about race and ethnicity.
2. Communicate effectively about complex social and historical issues.
3. Satisfy certificate requirements by completing core and distribution courses with a grade of “C” or better in each.
2. Communicate effectively about complex social and historical issues.
3. Satisfy certificate requirements by completing core and distribution courses with a grade of “C” or better in each.

Kevin Wagner, Ph.D., J.D.
Professor | Associate Dean | Director, Jack Miller Forum on Civic Engagement | Director, FAU Campaigning Program | CSP Committee
Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts & Letters
Political Science