Ethnic Studies
Our Ethnic Studies program uses cultural, historical, political, and sociological methodologies to help students analyze the contributions, role and major issues of African Americans, Asian Americans, Chicanos, and Native Americans. Students also consider how socioeconomic and political factors impact how ethnic minorities interact with majority society. Students on this path can transfer to a four-year university and may pursue careers in counseling, advocacy, education and more.
Degree
Be a part of the current dialogue on culture and diversity. This degree takes you on an exploration of race, ethnicity, and indigeneity through the viewpoints of people of color in the United States. Create your own future while learning about the history, struggle, and success of others, both past and present. Learn to analyze socioeconomic and political factors that confront ethnic minorities as they interact with the majority society.
- Earn a degree in a single subject category or in the combined American Cultures Option (see Program Maps below).
- Customize your education and take courses covering topics such as race, ethnicity, existentialism, and social problems, as well as the history, art, and literature of different cultures.
- Study and research across disciplines to learn how and where subjects connect and intersect.
- Meet transfer requirements and continue your education at a university.
Areas of Emphasis (Program Maps)
- African American Studies
- American Cultures
- Asian American Studies
- Chicano Studies
- Native American Studies
Pursue an Entry-Level Job in the Public or Private Sector or Further Your Education
Once you graduate, you can choose to work right after earning a degree, or transfer and earn a bachelor’s degree and beyond. We’re here to help you identify career options and decide on the best step after graduation.
- Work in a broad range of job positions, such as analyst, group counselor, advocate, social justice consultant, teacher, writer, researcher, and more!
- Explore the many career opportunities with government agencies and nonprofit organizations that are available to ethnic studies majors in our increasingly diverse and cross-cultural world.
- Make an impact on the lives of others through social justice and educational democracy.
- Find additional career opportunities available with advanced education: lawyer, counselor, social worker, professor, and more.
- Careers associated with this program have a salary range from $41,000 to $181,000 with an average salary of $78,000.
$2,208
Approximate cost for an El Camino College AA degree in ethnic studies.10.5%
Career opportunities for this program are expected to grow 10.5% nationwide from 2016
to 2026.$78,000
Average salary for a job in ethnic studies ranges from $41,000 to $181,000 with an
average salary of $78,000.Participate in Academic and Career Opportunities
Take your education outside of the classroom. El Camino has connections with other academic institutions and research facilities that translate into valuable real-world experience.
- Check out the many campus clubs in your area of interest, or start a new club.
- Attend some of the many cultural events, guest speakers and enrichment activities planned throughout the year.
- Take advantage of an internship or paraprofessional opportunity.
- Expand your horizons and study abroad.
Questions? Contact Us
El Camino College Ethnic Studies Department