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    East Asian Studies, MA

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    Irvine, USMAIn-person18 months
    $59,860.00
    Tuition
    over 18mo
    $155.00
    App fee

    East Asian Studies, MA at University of California-Irvine is a 18-month, in-person MA program based in Irvine, US. Tuition is $59,860.

    About the program

    The program awards an M.A. to Ph.D. students after six quarters of coursework and submission of two approved seminar papers serving as the M.A. examination. Specializations available in Chinese, Japanese, or East Asian Cultural Studies with emphases in areas such as Asian American Studies and Critical Theory.

    Focus: both
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min 80 overall (traditional scale)
    IELTS
    optional
    Min 7.0 overall with no band less than 6.0

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $38,640.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does East Asian Studies, MA at University of California-Irvine cost?
    The total estimated tuition for East Asian Studies, MA at University of California-Irvine is $59,860.
    Is East Asian Studies, MA at University of California-Irvine online or in-person?
    East Asian Studies, MA at University of California-Irvine is offered in-person.
    How long does East Asian Studies, MA at University of California-Irvine take to complete?
    East Asian Studies, MA at University of California-Irvine is structured around 18 months.
    What GPA is required for East Asian Studies, MA at University of California-Irvine?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 GPA
    What work-permit options follow East Asian Studies, MA at University of California-Irvine?
    Post-completion work rights for East Asian Studies, MA at University of California-Irvine: 12 months OPT (US)