Program Information

Where grad meets undergrad.

Are you interested in developing a better understanding of the social, political, and cultural factors influencing our diverse world? Are you passionate about social change in schools and communities? The Ethnic Studies and Education BAM (Bachelor's-Accelerated Master's) degree program offers you an efficient and rigorous path toward earning a bachelor’s degree in Ethnic Studies and a master’s degree in Education in five years. 

The School of Education and Department of Ethnic Studies have partnered to support the BAM degree program that reflects each unit’s commitment to educational opportunity, diversity, and engaged scholarship examining how race and the interrelated categories of ethnicity, disabilities, language, gender, class, and sexuality impact the lives of people locally and globally. We invite highly-focused ethnic studies students who are interested in applying their critical thinking skills and dedication to social justice toward transformative careers in education.

Degrees Conferred

  • Bachelor of Arts in Ethnic Studies
  • Master of Arts in Education

This highly structured program results in students earning a BA in Ethnic Studies and an MA in Education in five years of study. Students interested in this option should apply for admission early in their undergraduate career in order to ensure that they can fulfill all of its requirements.

Contact Us

Completing the BAM program requires careful planning. Consult your advisor early to help chart your degree plan.

School of Education Advisors

Contact an Advisor
Email: edadvise@colorado.edu
Phone: 303-492-6555

Ethnic Studies Advisor 

Kara Lentz 
E-mail: Kara.lentz@colorado.edu
Phone: 303-492-0575
Office: Ekeley M299A
Arts and Sciences Academic Advising Page
Make an appointment: /buffportaladvising