College of Ethnic Studies
Established in Fall 1969, the College of Ethnic Studies at SFSU grew from the 1968 Black Student Union/Third World Liberation Front Student Strike through a coalition of faculty-scholars, student-activists and community members.
Redefining the lives of people of color from their own perspective. You’ll be educated to think critically, communicate your views, and lead with compassion—for yourself and for your communities. As a graduate, you’ll play a central role in social movements, community organizations, and businesses, providing direct services and advocacy that inspire shifts in perspectives and rights and help reverse inequities.
Ethnic Studies Diverse Opportunities
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Degree Programs
Explore Our Programs
Studies show that taking courses in the College of Ethnic Studies raises graduation and retention rates, both for students who are majors/minors as well as for those from other disciplines who take the college’s classes.
Africana Studies
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- Major
- Accelerated Master's
- Minor
American Indian Studies
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- Major
- Minor
Asian American Studies
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- Major
- Accelerated Master's
- Minor
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- Master’s Degree
From our Alumni
The variety of classes offered by the Latina/Latino Studies Department are exceptional. My educational journey would have been a lot more difficult if I did not have the support of my professors and counselors at SFSU.
Latina/Latino Studies
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- Major
- Accelerated Master's
- Minor
Race and Resistance Studies
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Arab and Muslim Ethnicities and Diasporas Studies
- Minor
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Critical Pacific Islands and Oceania Studies
- Minor
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Queer and Trans Ethnic Studies
- Minor
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- Major
- Accelerated Master's
- Minor
College of Ethnic Studies
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- Graduate Certificate
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- Master’s Degree
Contact Us
Dean's Office
Ethnic Studies & Psychology, Room 121