Bachelor of Central and Southwest Asian Studies at The University of Montana

The Central and Southwest Asian Studies at The University of Montana is a Full Time Bachelor program offered at the university's main campus in Missoula , United States of America. The program is delivered on campus in English and can be completed in 4 years. Students develop academic knowledge and practical skills that prepare them for future careers in this field. The next available intake starts on August 21, 2027.

About Bachelor of Central and Southwest Asian Studies

Earn your Central and Southwest Asian Studies bachelor's degree from the University of Montana

Study the history, cultures, art, architecture, politics, and societies of the vast region extending from western China to the Middle East and North Africa. The Central and Southwest Asian studies degree at UM explores a region of great strategic and political importance – making graduates of our program in demand both in the marketplace and the political landscape.

Central and Southwest Asian studies program provides you with the opportunity to study abroad in the Middle East, Central Asia, south Caucasus, China, and North Africa. Our program prepares you well for an up-close and personal understanding of this part of the world, rich with history, natural resources, and geopolitical importance.

With exceptional faculty who are leading experts in their fields of study, Central and Southwest Asian studies have been the heart of UM's internationalization efforts. Our graduates go on to successful careers in private and governmental sectors.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Central and Southwest Asian Studies at The University of Montana

Entry Requirements

Academic Eligibility

First-year students: To be eligible for admission, freshman students must have met/be on track to meet all upper/senior secondary school requirements with the equivalent of a 2.5 GPA to be automatically considered for admission to undergraduate programs.

Transfer students: Transfer students must have graduated from secondary school and completed at least 12 university-level credits (1 semester) with the equivalent of a 2.0 GPA.

UM Undergraduate Admissions uses a 4.0 unweighted scale to determine GPA. If your school does not calculate GPA, we will calculate it for you when we evaluate your academic records.

Documents for Admission

Secondary school students/graduates: Please submit academic transcripts/mark sheets for grades 9-12 and secondary school leaving certificates, exam results or diplomas showing secondary school completion (if applicable)

Students who have completed at least one semester (12 U.S. credits) of university or post-secondary study: university transcript/mark sheets/exam results listing all courses, grades and credits/hours and diplomas/graduation certificates (if applicable). Students who qualify for transfer do not need to submit secondary school documents.

English translations: All documents not originally issued in English must also be accompanied by word-for-word English translations. You, the applicant, can make the translations yourself.

Admission consideration for international applicants can proceed with unofficial documents. Unofficial documents are photocopies or scans of original academic documents submitted to University of Montana directly by you, the student. Unofficial documents can be uploaded to your admission portal.

English Requirements

PTEMin 48
IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 70

Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Central and Southwest Asian Studies

Career development in Central and Southwest Asian studies

Our Central and Southwest Asian Studies program offers in-depth knowledge and expertise regarding several critical regions of the world. Plus, it affords you the ability to analyze and understand the complexities of histories, politics, and cultures, which are emerging as the most critical in U.S. foreign policy. This positions you well for international employment and government job opportunities.

Networking and professional development in the Central and Southwest Asian studies program

Our highly regarded faculty help students every step of their academic journey and serve as mentors – providing guidance on a career path that will serve them and the world well.

Other networking opportunities include brown bag presentations featuring different topics, given throughout the year by program professors. In addition, an annual international conference on Central and Southwest Asia delivers a unique perspective on the region, with panel discussions, presentations, and more.

Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Central and Southwest Asian Studies at The University of Montana

Application Fee 30

How to Apply for Bachelor of Central and Southwest Asian Studies at The University of Montana

1. Complete an online application
2. Pay the application fee
3. Submit required application documents

English language proficiency requirements
Academic records
Financial information
Copy of passport
Transfer form (for transfer students only)

You can also download our International Admissions Checklist to help you submit all required materials.

Bachelor of Central and Southwest Asian Studies at The University of Montana

The University of Montana

United States of America, Missoula