African American Studies, Minor

Saint Louis University’s minor in African American studies introduces students to the African diaspora and the impact, interrelationships and dynamics in contemporary African American communities.

African American studies examines the racial, cultural and ethnic perspectives and experiences of people of African heritage. The SLU program helps students understand national and global views of African Americans and Africans to determine how such views have affected perceptions of self, family and community. 

The African American studies minor complements many majors offered at SLU, including degrees in communication, marketing, political science, psychology and social work. It can be completed in coordination with any College of Arts and Sciences major. Students enrolled in the other schools and colleges of the University should refer to their requirements for coordinating the minor.

Note: Many undergraduate courses at SLU fulfill requirements of multiple programs simultaneously. For details, click here. 

Students must complete a minimum total of 21 credits for the minor.

Continuation Standards

Students with a minor in African American studies must maintain a 2.00 GPA in courses for the African American minor.

For additional information about this program, please contact AFAMStudies@SLU.edu or call 314-977-2242.