Overview

Whether your interest is based on uncovering centuries of art and history or understanding this extremely influential region's position in modern world affairs, you'll find your path in the East Asian Studies major at the University at Albany.

Career Prospects

An experienced faculty, made up of renowned scholars, will help you delve deeper into the subjects and topics of ancient regional practices, contemporary trade policy or anything in between.

With 12 separate language courses encompassing Japanese, Korean and Chinese and a host of accompanying cultural and historical topics to delve into, there is no one way to pursue an East Asian Studies degree. Across disciplines faculty that will support your efforts, using their knowledge and experience to guide you into areas of study that are most fascinating and relevant to you.

Programme Structure

Courses Include:

Japan: Its Culture and Heritage
Modern Japanese Literature in Translation
Japanese Pop Culture from Edo to the Present
Korea: Its Culture and Heritage
Confucianism and the Samurai Ethic
Chinese and Japanese Calligraphy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6

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TOEFL^® IBT

70

Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Ethnic Studies Language Studies View 3370 other Bachelors in Language Studies in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

3.5

English requirements

IELTS

6

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TOEFL^® IBT

70

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Other requirements

General requirements

Submit the application

You may scan your transcripts to us All freshman applicants are required to submit a transcript from their secondary school, and academic transcripts in languages other than English must be accompanied by an official and certified English translation

Submit your test scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), International English Language Testing System (IELTS), SAT or ACT as required

Submit the International Student Financial Statement

Submit a 250- to 500-word personal essay

Submit one letter of recommendation from a teacher or counselor

Tuition Fee

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International

31145 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 31145 USD per year during 48 months.
National

24910 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 24910 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

7070 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7070 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Albany

1010 - 1570 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for East Asian Studies.

Available Scholarships

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