The American Studies concentration will give students a broad understanding of the history, culture, and people of America. American Studies encourages students to explore the relationships among ideas, institutions, values, and aesthetic forms as they have evolved in the United States. Students must take courses in each of the following areas: history; government; the arts; literature; behavioral sciences; and a capstone course.

Concentration Plan of Study Forms
The concentration plan of study (CPS) is the tool you will use to plan your degree completion program. The CPS form offers information on how subject requirements can be met. You may download the form below as a Word document (Form will open in a new window). Additional information on the concentration is also available in the Official Catalog

• CPS Form - American Studies (using Charter Oak courses exclusively)
• CPS Form - American Studies

Please Note: for prospective students this form should simply serve as a guide. Once you have matriculated (enrolled), you will receive personalized degree planning advice from your Academic Counselor.