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

The East Asian Studies (PHD) at The University of Arizona Global is a PhD program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered on campus at the University of Arizona - Main - Tucson campus in United States of America, the program is taught in English and takes 5 years to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. The next intake starts on August 22, 2027.

About East Asian Studies (PHD)

East Asian Studies PHD

The Department of East Asian Studies offers two areas for Doctoral degrees. Candidates may focus on either China or Japan.

Candidates for admission to the doctoral program must have the support of one faculty member within whose general area the student proposes to work. Information on requirements and procedures for admission is available from the Graduate College and the department.

The department may admit a student with a B.A. directly into one of the Ph.D. programs if that student shows exceptional promise in his or her field and if there is strong backing from at least one faculty member. In such cases, the student is responsible for fulfilling all normal requirements for the appropriate M.A. program before beginning work for the Ph.D.

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

Entry Requirements

Admissions Requirements

GPA 3.5
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, and speciality (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

NRC Taxon(a) for this program: Language, Societies, and Cultures

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 (PHD) at The University of Arizona Global

Application Fee 85

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

The University of Arizona Global

United States of America, Tucson