The Certificate in American Studies is an interdisciplinary program administered by the department of History, and is aimed primarily at students who will be at CSU for only a limited time. The requirements may be completed in one semester. The certificate is intended to provide students with a variety of perspectives on American culture, society, and history and to aid them in their understanding of a varied and complex civilization. To this end, students may choose from a number of academic fields including history, literature, politics, popular culture, society, and the visual arts. Students wishing to earn a Certificate in American Studies must complete 15 credit hours in approved American Studies courses in at least three disciplines. No more than 6 credits may be taken at the 100/200 level. Participating disciplines include Anthropology, Art, Communication, English, History, Philosophy, Political Science, Religious Studies, and Sociology.