Bachelor in East Asian Studies (Bachelor's)

For Bachelor in East Asian Studies (Bachelor's), tuition is Tuition for the 2024-2025 academic year is $61,800 per year..

The East Asian Studies programme studies the languages, cultures, and societies of China, Japan, and Korea. It includes language training and critical analysis of texts, films, and historical materials. Students build advanced language skills in Chinese, Japanese, or Korean. They work directly with primary sources in these languages. Coursework promotes direct cultural engagement. Study abroad opportunities are also available.

Focus areas include Chinese Studies, Japanese Studies, Korean Studies, Language Proficiency, Cultural Analysis, Literature and Film.

The programme requires 36 credits in major courses, including language study, cultural analysis, and research-based coursework. Students complete a capstone project or senior thesis in their final year.

Graduates pursue careers in international relations, education, translation, cultural institutions, and research focused on East Asia.

Applicants must submit a completed application, official transcripts, and a personal statement. No specific language proficiency is required for admission, but students are expected to begin language study at the appropriate level.

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 40% of applicants.

Academic exploration at Occidental spans more than 40 majors and programs, supported by faculty who serve as scholars, teachers and mentors. Learning extends beyond the classroom through internships, community partnerships and hands-on research in Los Angeles and Southern California. Students can also take part in the Kahane UN Program, which offers direct participation in the work of the United Nations headquarters in New York City.

Occidental’s campus sits on 120 acres in Eagle Rock, a Los Angeles community within miles of downtown. Planned in 1911 by California architect Myron Hunt, it combines Spanish Colonial-style halls and preserved historic buildings with science facilities. The Academic Quad, between the Academic Commons and Johnson Student Center, serves as a central place for study, conversation, club activities, performances and art installations.

Students live and learn on a residential campus with residence halls, dining, student activities, athletic facilities and the McKinnon Center for Global Affairs. Los Angeles is part of the academic setting, with classes, internships and research using the city and region as an extended learning environment. International and dual citizen students make up 15% of the Oxy community. Occidental meets 100% of demonstrated financial need, and the 2027 application has no fee, with Early Action available by November 1. Support resources help students succeed during their college years.