Doctor of African American Studies (A.A.S.D) in African Americans & the Civil Rights Movement
Our Doctor of African American Studies (A.A.S.D) in African Americans & the Civil Rights Movement delves into one of the most transformative periods in American history. This program investigates the legal, political, and social battles that defined the struggle for civil rights. Students examine key strategies, figures, and outcomes of the movement, while also analyzing its enduring influence on contemporary justice efforts. Designed for scholars, educators, and policy professionals, the program nurtures critical research that amplifies historical truths and informs present-day activism. Graduates will emerge as authoritative voices on civil rights history and future equity initiatives.
Program Name | Doctor of African American Studies (A.A.S.D) |
Program Level | Doctorate |
Concentration | African Americans & the Civil Rights Movement |
Modules | 15 |
Credits | 60 |
Duration | 2 to 4 years |
Learning Method | Online |
Fee | $2,500 One-Time Fee [Special Discount] |
- Goals of The Civil Rights Movement
- Strategies of The Civil Rights Movement
- Legal Challenges
- Legislative Achievements
- Impact of The Civil Rights Movement
- Public Writing
- Public Policy
- Public & Private Law
- Scientific Research Module I: Research, Information Literacy
- Scientific Research Module II: Dissertation Writing I
- Scientific Research Module III: Dissertation Writing II
- Scientific Research Module IV: Dissertation Writing III
- Scientific Research Module V: Submission and Evaluation of the Dissertation
- Scientific Research Module VI: Dissertation Defense Preparation
- Dissertation Defense
- Possess a Master’s Degree (or a Bachelor’s Degree for bundle program) or its equivalent.
- Be proficient in English (as per TOEFL or IELTS test for non-native English speakers).
- Have basic operating knowledge of a smartphone or a computer.
- Distinction: 90% and above
- Pass: 80% to 89.99%
- Fail: below 80%
Dissertation Defense
Fee: $2,500 One-Time Fee [Special Discount]
- Payment Plans: $750 initial payment and $160/month for 12 months or $750 initial payment and $80/month for 24 months.
- Payment Methods: Stripe & PayPal
- Provide the names of your previous schools and the dates of attendance.
- Submit a scanned copy of the following:
- government-issued photo ID,
- two letters of recommendation,
- transcript(s), and
- test scores (TOEFL or IELTS for non-native English speakers).
- ⚠️You can submit the documents when applying or email them later to giuadmissions@fgjf.org latest within four weeks from the start date of your first-course registration.
- Wait for a response from our admission staff within seven working days.
- Receive your provisional admission letter.
- Make payment.
- Start studying.
Program Director

Prof. Frankie Lee Graham Jr.
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