The Department of Social and Cultural Analysis at New York University
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Questions about undergraduate- level study


Can I major in Social and Cultural Analysis?

Yes, these are the majors in the Department of SCA. 
      • Africana Studies
      • Asian/Pacific/American Studies
      • Gender and Sexuality Studies
      • Latino Studies, Metropolitan Studies
      • Metropolitan Studies
      • Social & Cultural Analysis

Can I minor in Social and Cultural Analysis?

Yes, these are the minors in the Department of SCA:
      • Africana Studies
      • American Studies
      • Asian/Pacific/American Studies
      • Gender and Sexuality Studies
      • Latino Studies, Metropolitan Studies
      • Metropolitan Studies
      • Social & Cultural Analysis
Can I major in two different Social and Cultural Analysis majors?

No, but you can choose the major called "Social and Cultural Analysis" for which you choose two "concentrations" from among the six other programs.


How do I declare a major?

Complete a Declaration of Major/Minor form.  Simply follow the specific instructions that are included on the form.
Drop by the department to pick a form up, or download (see Undergraduate Program/Related Information/Undergraduate forms )


How do I get cleared to register?

Twice a year, a few weeks prior to the Fall and Spring registration periods, the Department of Social and Cultural Analysis holds advisement luncheons for its majors so they can get advised, then cleared to register. 
              - Bring a completed Course Planning Worksheet to the luncheon
              - Get advised;  Have your advisor sign the worksheet
              - Submit it to pick up access codes and to be cleared to register


For more information, see the websites of the individual programs.