• The University of Utah
  • Ethnic Studies

The Goals of the Ethnic Studies Major

  • This degree will prepare students from a wide range of racial and ethnic backgrounds interested in employment with private and public organizations and agencies that work with historically underserved populations.
  • It will help individuals conceptualize socio-historical and political issues from the vantage point of various disciplinary frameworks as well as from the view points of the various peoples that constitute U.S. diverse populations.
  • The degree also serves as a strong foundation for students who plan on pursuing graduate work in areas such as sociology, law, social work, education, psychology, and the health sciences, including medicine.