Overview

Asia is the heart of a global system of commerce that tied the Old World together, and which brought Arabs, Europeans, Africans, and Chinese to the ports of the Indian Ocean to trade. Asia gave the world everything from yoga to gunpowder, from cinnamon to the printing press, from the idea of diplomatic immunity to the practice of religious tolerance.

The Asian Studies degree at Macalester College weaves together the social sciences, the humanities, and the fine arts to introduce you to this dynamic region of the world. We bring multiple perspectives to bear on the challenges of understanding this vast continent and the cultural, political, economic, and historical forces that have shaped it.

Key facts

Asian Studies is an ideal major for students planning a career in Asia in any field but is also highly recommended for students seeking to understand a region that is among the most significant for our common future. Our program offers many study away opportunities such as Mongolia and Thailand as well.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Asian Studies
Buddhist Literature
Buddhism
Masterpieces of Chinese Literature
Religions of India
East Asian Civilization

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Saint Paul, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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130

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100

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General requirements

Common App Account & Application
Proof of English Proficiency
Proof of Funding
Early Decision Agreement
High School Transcript
Two Recommendation Letters
Senior Year Grades
Optional items
ACT or SAT
Art Samples or Portfolio
Interviews
Additional Recommendation Letter

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

70632 USD / year

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Out-of-State

70632 USD / year

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Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

70632 USD / year

≈ 70632 USD / year

Living costs

Saint Paul

United States

1040 - 1755 USD / month

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

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Saint Paul

Funding

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