Bachelor in Asian Studies/Civilization (Bachelor's)

Tuition is Tuition for the 2024-2025 academic year is $10,500 per year for in-state students and $18,500 for out-of-state students..

The programme is offered on-campus as a full-time undergraduate degree. It focuses on the interdisciplinary study of Asia’s histories, languages, politics, religions, and societies. Students engage with diverse cultural and intellectual traditions across the continent. The curriculum emphasizes language learning and international experience through study and internship opportunities.

Focus areas include East Asian Studies, South Asian Studies, Southeast Asian Studies, Asian Religions, Asian Politics, Asian Languages.

The programme requires 120 credits, distributed across core courses in Asian history, language, and culture, with elective options in regional specializations. Students must complete a study abroad experience, typically in Japan or South Korea.

Graduates pursue roles in education, international non-profit work, cultural institutions, legal practice, and technology sectors with Asian market focus.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required. Submission of official transcripts and a personal statement is required.

The programme totals about 120 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, four-year programme. For international students, tuition is well above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 33% of applicants.

Berea College, founded in 1855 in Berea, Kentucky, is a private liberal arts work college with a distinguished history of access and inclusion. Known as the first coeducational and racially integrated college in the Southern United States, Berea enrolls roughly 1,652 students and emphasizes close faculty mentorship, small classes, and deep connections to regional culture. The campus experience blends rigorous academics with community engagement and a strong commitment to experiential learning.

Academically, Berea offers about 25 undergraduate programs supported by faculty active in teaching, research, and public scholarship. The college is nationally recognized for its service-learning model and its collections documenting Southern Appalachian history and music. Every student receives a Tuition Promise Scholarship so tuition is covered, and the federally recognized work college model hires students on campus, enabling many graduates to leave with little or no student debt while gaining valuable professional skills.

For international students seeking an affordable, values-driven liberal arts education, Berea provides personalized support, opportunities for internships and study abroad, and a collaborative community focused on social responsibility. Admissions prioritize academic promise and a willingness to contribute to campus life through work and service. Berea is a strong fit for students who want rigorous classroom learning combined with hands-on experience and a mission-oriented environment that supports career readiness and civic engagement.