Doctor of African American Studies (A.A.S.D) in African Americans & Sports
Our Doctor of African American Studies (A.A.S.D) in African Americans & Sports critically examines the role of Black athletes, coaches, and institutions in shaping American sports history and culture. The program delves into social, political, and economic issues including race, representation, ownership, and activism within sports. Students will analyze how African Americans have influenced and challenged dominant sports narratives. The program fosters advanced research and leadership skills suited for careers in academia, sports policy, athletic administration, and cultural analysis. Graduates will be equipped to engage in discourse around equity, access, and systemic barriers in the world of sports.
Program Name | Doctor of African American Studies (A.A.S.D) |
Program Level | Doctorate |
Concentration | African Americans & Sports |
Modules | 15 |
Credits | 60 |
Duration | 2 to 4 years |
Learning Method | Online |
Fee | $2,500 One-Time Fee [Special Discount] |
- Sports and Politics
- Race, Class, and Gender
- Social and Cultural Impact
- African American Coaching
- African American Ownership & Management
- 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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