Overview

Key facts

We live in a complex world where global awareness, cultural understanding, and intercultural communication are vital aspects of business, government, and education, indeed of all human interaction. This field of study provides the training necessary to flourish in this competitive environment. Washington State University offers the Japanese programme.

With a degree in foreign languages and cultures, you can advance your career in:

Public relations, marketing, and advertising
International business, banking, and finance
Travel, tourism, and hospitality
Health and social services
Science, engineering, and technology
Music, film, drama, entertainment, photography
Journalism, publishing, and editing
Translation and interpretation in healthcare and legal professions
Education/teaching in middle school, high school, and college
Customer service and personnel management
Customs and immigration
Law enforcement
Intelligence (CIA, FBI, National Security)
Peace Corps and aid agencies

Programme Structure

Strengths of the program

Japanese is an excellent complement to other disciplines, including business, communications, management and information systems, engineering, history, veterinary medicine, and agriculture.
Study abroad for a summer or semester in Japan. Study abroad provides a wide range of opportunities for adventuring, learning, and engaging with the Japanese language and culture. Students can earn course credit while studying abroad in Japan. Visit the Office of International Programs Study Abroad Programs for more information.
The school's Language Learning Resource Center provides the latest in language learning technology, such as access to almost 40 computers, two HD TVs with VCR and Blu-Ray DVD players and the abilityto check out other equipment. The Language Learning Resource Center also has a fully trained staff on hand to provide assistance.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-11-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2025-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

Priority deadline for national students: June 1

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Linguistics Asian studies View 509 other Bachelors in Asian studies in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

To be considered for admission to Washington State University as a first-year student, a student needs to complete at least 12 years of school, culminating in an appropriate secondary certificate or external examination. (We may consider the first year or two of university in some countries to be secondary level.)
Schooling should include preparation in humanities, mathematics, basic sciences, and social sciences.
WSU requires a minimum grade point average of 2.70 (on a 4.00 scale) for admission as an international first-year student.

Tuition Fee

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International

14221 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14221 USD per year during 48 months.
National

14221 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14221 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

5942 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 5942 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Pullman

904 - 1507 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Japanese.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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