East Asian Studies (MA) at The University of Arizona Global

Study East Asian Studies (MA) at The University of Arizona Global, a Master degree offered on the University of Arizona - Main - Tucson campus in United States of America. This Full Time program is delivered on campus in English and takes approximately 2 years to complete. Students benefit from a structured learning experience designed to build both theoretical knowledge and practical experience. The next intake is scheduled for August 22, 2027.

About East Asian Studies (MA)

East Asian Studies Masters

The Department of East Asian Studies offers two types of Master's degrees, Area Master's degrees and General Master's degrees. Area Master's degrees may focus on either China or Japan and are intended to prepare graduates for doctoral study (though graduates may of course use these as terminal degrees). They require the writing of a thesis, except for students majoring in linguistics, who may elect to take an examination instead. The General Master's degrees may also focus on China or Japan or may involve study of both areas. General Master's candidates may write a thesis or a departmental paper. The General Master's degree is designed for candidates who do not intend to study for a doctorate.

Professional MA East Asian Studies

The University of Arizona's School of International Languages, Literatures, and Cultures (SILLC), Eller College of Management, School of Journalism, and School of Government and Public Policy share a strong commitment to educating future leaders of the new global economy in a world that increasingly requires the highest level of intercultural competence. The Professional MA in East Asian Studies is a course of study that allows students to complete an MA in East Asian Studies (EAS) with an emphasis in one of the following areas:

Business Management
Management Information Systems
Marketing
Journalism
Collaborative Governance

Requirements and Admission Criteria for East Asian Studies (MA) at The University of Arizona Global

Entry Requirements

Admissions Requirements

GPA 3.0
English proficiency exam for international students. See list of acceptable exams and scores here.
GRE (required of domestic applicants and applicants from English speaking countries, e.g. U.K., Canada, etc.)(not required for other international students)
Two (2) letters of recommendation
Statement of purpose (Must specify the area you are applying for: Chinese Studies, Japanese Studies. Must also indicate areas of interest (example: linguistics)
Sample of written work (Ph.D. applicants only)
Official sealed Transcripts
Department Financial Aid Application

Standardized Tests

Required test(s) required for domestic applicants: GRE

Required test(s) required for international applicants: English proficiency exam. See list of acceptable exams and scores here.*

*Note: International applicants who do not meet the minimum English proficiency requirements may be considered for conditional admission to this program at the department's discretion.

Funding Opportunities

Teaching Assistantships
Graduate College Fellowships
Tuition and Registration Scholarships
Graduate and Professional Student Travel Funds

Admissions Deadlines

Domestic Applicants:

Fall: January 15

International Applicants:

Fall: January 15

International Conditional Admission

International applicants may be considered for conditional admission to this program at the department's discretion.

Other Information

The GRE Institution Code for The University of Arizona is 4832

ETS Major Field Code(s) for this program: 2601

English Requirements

PTEMin 60
IELTSMin 7
TOEFLMin 79

English Program Requirements

International applicants whose primary language is not English, or who attended school in a non-English speaking country, regardless of citizenship, must prove English proficiency. To determine whether you need to submit proof of English proficiency

Tuition and Fee Information for East Asian Studies (MA) at The University of Arizona Global

Application Fee 85

How to Apply for East Asian Studies (MA) at The University of Arizona Global

International applicants to Arizona Online campus, Global Direct campus, or a Global Microcampus should choose the Distance Learner (DL) visa type in their Application Profile.
International applicants to the Main campus must currently hold a US visa that permits incidental study.
Please verify your visa eligibility with International Student Services before applying. The application fee is non-refundable and will not be refunded if your visa status is not eligible.
Applicants must meet all Graduate College minimum admission requirements, including English proficiency.
Applicants should be prepared to submit copies of their visa documents, additional transcripts, or degree documentation if requested.
University of Arizona regulations require that all international students on non-immigrant visas carry the University of Arizona student health insurance plan.

East Asian Studies (MA) at The University of Arizona Global

The University of Arizona Global

United States of America, Tucson