BA Japanese Language and Literature at University of Massachusetts Amherst

Programme overview

The BA in Japanese Language and Literature develops a sound command of the Japanese language and a thorough understanding of the significance and context of Japan's literature, culture and civilization. It is part of the East Asian Languages and Cultures programme.

Faculty: College of Humanities & Fine Arts | Department: East Asian Languages and Cultures Program, Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures | Study mode: full-time | Location: Amherst, MA, United States

What you will study

Japanese language, literature, culture and civilization, with related courses in religion, linguistics, politics, popular culture and film studies.

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Application information

Entry requirements

First-year applicants to UMass Amherst (all undergraduate majors): complete Common Application including the UMass questions, official high school transcript (grades 9-11), official transcripts for any college coursework, one letter of recommendation, and a $90 application fee. SAT/ACT scores are optional (test-optional policy). Minimum high school units: English 4; Mathematics 4 (Algebra II minimum, including math in senior year); Natural Science 3 (labs); Social Science 2 (one course in US history); Foreign Language 2 of the same language; Electives 2. Non-native English speakers must demonstrate English proficiency.

Requirements published at faculty level.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

First-year applicants: the Common Application opens August 1; the Early Application deadline is November 5; the Regular Decision deadline is January 15; the FAFSA priority deadline is March 1.

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