The Asian and Asian American Studies program focuses on the dynamic social, cultural, political, linguistic, literary, artistic, and historical aspects Asian and Asian American life. The program's transnational emphasis and research-intensive curriculum trains students in diverse areas of Asian, Pacific Islander, and Asian American communities, especially the historical experiences and contemporary practices and lifeways of Chinese, Filipino, Indian, Japanese, Korean, Pakistani, Sri Lankan, Thai, Vietnamese, indigenous Hawaiian, and other Asian and Pacific Islanders. The degree prepares students for careers in government and teaching, as well as in areas of international business, law, consulting, tourism, and media.
Bachelor of Asian and Asian American Studies at University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Bachelor of Asian and Asian American Studies at University of Nevada, Las Vegas
University of Nevada, Las Vegas offers the Bachelor of Asian and Asian American Studies as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in Paradise , United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 4 years, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for asian and asian american studies and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on August 28, 2026.
About Bachelor of Asian and Asian American Studies
Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the disciplines of Asian Studies and Asian American Studies by:
- Describing the wide range of Asian, Asian American, and Pacific Islander cultures and communities.
- Recognizing the historical and contemporary significance of Asia and the Pacific in world politics.
- Demonstrating knowledge of the dynamic traditions and practices of one or more Asian, Asian American, and/or Pacific Islander groups.
- Describing and analyzing historical sources, literary texts, and popular and material culture of Asia, the Pacific, and Asian America.
- Demonstrating the ability to recognize and understand the complex political and economic relationships within Asia and the Pacific and the United States, as well as between other regions in an increasingly globalized world.
Disciplines
College of Liberal Arts
Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Asian and Asian American Studies at University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Entry Requirements
First-Year
3.0 cumulative GPA OR 1120* SAT (evidenced-based reading & writing and math) OR 22 ACT (composite score). *1040 for exams taken prior to March 2016.
Transfer
2.5 GPA in 24 or more transferable college-level credits. Transfer students with fewer than 24 transferable college-level credits must meet the first-year student admission requirements.
English Requirements
- PTEMin 44
- IELTSMin 6
- TOEFLMin 61
Fee Information
Application Fee 95
How to Apply
- Request information about undergraduate admissions and be placed on our mailing list
- Sign up for a campus tour
- RSVP for an undergraduate admissions event
- Apply as an undergraduate degree seeking student
- Apply as a non-degree seeking student
Bachelor of Asian and Asian American Studies at University of Nevada, Las Vegas
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
United States of America, Paradise