Fell4Ever Posted July 17, 2011 Posted July 17, 2011 I know there was one for last year's application cycle, so it is only logical we start one for ours Are you seeking a Master''s or PhD in Asian Studies? Are you specializing? Far East? South East? Tibetan? What country? Where are you applying OR thinking of applying? What steps do you need to finish or do you have any advice? I know the application periods for most school's don't start until a few months from now - but we can still talk and obsess about it now, deshou?
doxie-chan Posted July 21, 2011 Posted July 21, 2011 Hey! I will be applying for fall 2012 PhD programs. My specialization is Japan literature, but the specifics get a little crazy after that. Just finished the GRE here in Yokohama, and am almost violently happy to be done with it. Yoroshiku!
Fell4Ever Posted July 21, 2011 Author Posted July 21, 2011 I'm taking my GRE in America on the 8th, a week before I fly back to Tokyo! I wish you well with your literature studies - Japanese literature is so intense! If I ever have to read the Tale of Genji again I'll cry. Right now I think I'm going to apply for a Masters, not a PhD since I don't think I'm qualified enough. ganbaremashou!
doxie-chan Posted July 22, 2011 Posted July 22, 2011 Oh dear god, Genji... No, I stick with more modern texts (I'm finishing up a law degree right now, and I don't even want to think of the craziness that would involve working with premodern Japanese literature and law...). Best of luck on the GRE in a few weeks, as well as your applications!
TheCreuset Posted August 11, 2011 Posted August 11, 2011 Hey! I will be applying for fall 2012 PhD programs. My specialization is Japan literature, but the specifics get a little crazy after that. Just finished the GRE here in Yokohama, and am almost violently happy to be done with it. Yoroshiku! Were you an IUC student by chance?
doxie-chan Posted August 22, 2011 Posted August 22, 2011 Were you an IUC student by chance? Yes, I was!
sarahBsarah Posted September 2, 2011 Posted September 2, 2011 I'm excited to see a post for this year's cycle! I'm applying for EAS masters programs, and one PhD program for good measure. My languages are Mandarin, Japanese, Classical Chinese, and some Cantonese (along with the usual set of European languages). My interests include history, contemporary and historical international relations, and linguistic history, as well as history of Chinese medicine. NOT interested in pursuing PhD in Chinese literature, though I'd love to take a few classes. I feel confident about being accepted to at least some of the masters programs. The real trick will be getting funding! Yoroshiku! 认识你们我很高兴！ Applying: Yale, Harvard, Princeton (PhD), Columbia, Berkeley, Stanford, possibly Duke. EAS masters, Chinese history/international relations
kampachi Posted September 3, 2011 Posted September 3, 2011 Hi guys! I'm applying for a MA in East Asian studies. East Asia doesn't seem like a popular region, which makes my choices extremely limited >.< But my top choice would be the UofHawaii at Manoa and I'm planning on applying for a MA at WashU and UW-Madison as well. It's funny how life turns out though. I entered undergrad thinking I would major in East Asian politics, signed up for two years of school in Japan, but here I am now totally obsessed over East Asia! Good luck everybody! Boulder77 1
gradcafe26 Posted September 22, 2011 Posted September 22, 2011 Hi, all I am applying to East Asian Studies MA programs and poli sci PhD programs in this cycle. PS: Does anyone know if there is a ranking for MA programs in East Asian Studies, and which schools give more generous funding package to MA students? Thanks!
Fell4Ever Posted September 26, 2011 Author Posted September 26, 2011 @gradcafe26 I do not think I've ever seen an actual Ranking in East Asian Studies - just user guesses. University of Hawaii has one of the largest (if not the largest) Chinese and Japanese language program and are known for their Asian Studies program. Their funding is limited though. One of the Universities in the California system would be pretty high ranked too, but I forget which haha! I am applying at: UofHawaii, UofBritish Columbia, Duke University, WUSTL and Yale University, Seton Hall for now. Though it might change. I'm feeling out my applications in November when I get my GRE Scores. I might suggest going back in this section's archives to the Asian Studies section for 2011. It was MUCH more active than this one and a lot of people there discussed their dream schools. Since you might go for a Poly Sci masters, you should look for schools with Strong Poli Sci departments that also offer Asian Studies. This way you should find Asian Studies prorams that focus on politics. Some only focus on language. Others on history. Others on policy. Others on EVERYTHING. Good Luck!
Fell4Ever Posted October 12, 2011 Author Posted October 12, 2011 How are the future masters of Asian Studies doing this round?
gradcafe26 Posted November 8, 2011 Posted November 8, 2011 Hey, Fell4Ever, Sorry, I just saw your response to my post in Sept! Thanks a lot man!
kyjin Posted November 8, 2011 Posted November 8, 2011 Hey all! I'm an EAST applicant from last year. Just wishing you all the best of luck with your applications! I'm currently working on my MA at UAlberta, so if you have any questions about our program, feel free to ask. Fell4Ever 1
Fell4Ever Posted November 28, 2011 Author Posted November 28, 2011 Hey all! I'm an EAST applicant from last year. Just wishing you all the best of luck with your applications! I'm currently working on my MA at UAlberta, so if you have any questions about our program, feel free to ask. Hey! I checked out UAlberta, and it seemed limited on funding !!
Seeking Posted November 30, 2011 Posted November 30, 2011 (edited) It looks like East Asia is by far the most popular region in Asian Studies. There was a time when South Asia had that honor. Edited November 30, 2011 by Seeking Seeking and Fell4Ever 2
doxie-chan Posted December 8, 2011 Posted December 8, 2011 Just finished my last application! How is everyone else doing? Keeping sane?
Fell4Ever Posted December 9, 2011 Author Posted December 9, 2011 I applied to my schools, but my professors haven't finished letters of rec yet (I told them in August...ahhhhhh) I just took my last final for college 2 days ago.... which means I officially graduated though XD so happy bout that.
waiting4breakthrough Posted December 19, 2011 Posted December 19, 2011 Hey everyone! I'm applying to MA programs in East Asian studies with emphasis on Korean studies for Fall 2012. Anyone else interested in Korean studies? It's kind of lonely being a Korean studies applicant...I don't know a lot of people studying this region. I'm still finishing up applications. Hope to have the last couple of one's done before the end of this year! I'm already thinking about Plan B just in case it doesn't work out :/
waiting4breakthrough Posted December 20, 2011 Posted December 20, 2011 Good Luck! Thanks Fell4Ever! Are you done with apps? Best of luck to you too
Fell4Ever Posted December 20, 2011 Author Posted December 20, 2011 Thanks Fell4Ever! Are you done with apps? Best of luck to you too I only filled out two applications because of finances and the such I just found out literally 30 minutes ago that I got accepted into Seton Hall's Asian Studies Master's program. Still need to see if I get accepted into their International Relations program too because I want a duel degree. If I do not get into their IR program, I'm not sure if I'll go to Seton Hall because I don't know how well known it is XD Oh well... but I really want to go now that I've been in XD XD XD I'm still waiting for the University of British Columbia. I wont find out about them for like... 3 months though! Its crazy! Best of luck to us all!
doxie-chan Posted December 25, 2011 Posted December 25, 2011 I only filled out two applications because of finances and the such I just found out literally 30 minutes ago that I got accepted into Seton Hall's Asian Studies Master's program. Still need to see if I get accepted into their International Relations program too because I want a duel degree. If I do not get into their IR program, I'm not sure if I'll go to Seton Hall because I don't know how well known it is XD Oh well... but I really want to go now that I've been in XD XD XD I'm still waiting for the University of British Columbia. I wont find out about them for like... 3 months though! Its crazy! Best of luck to us all! Congratulations Fell4Ever! I am completely jealous that you have already heard from one of your programs--I don't anticipate hearing until *at least* the end of January. Anyway, maybe you can relax a little now! Fell4Ever 1
bellefast Posted December 31, 2011 Posted December 31, 2011 Ah, all my recommendations are turned in. YAY! Now I have to wait...
MARSEA_Officer Posted January 9, 2012 Posted January 9, 2012 Hi waiting4breakthrough, I'm the Student Affairs Officer for the Weatherhead East Asian Institute's Master of Arts in Regional Studies-East Asia Program. If you are looking at Korean Studies I would encourage you to apply to our program. With Professors like Charles Armstrong and Theodore Hughes and the Center for Korean Research, our students have access to great professors and conferences. Let me know if you have any questions! I know there are always questions about the difference in MARSEA, EALAC or LSMA so here's a chart to help: http://www.columbia.edu/cu/weai/ma-programs-summary.html
mewiiwate Posted January 11, 2012 Posted January 11, 2012 Hello all, This is my first post to the forum, though I have been lurking for a month or so. I am applying to a handful of programs for Japanese literature. I'm wondering if anyone has started their financial aid applications. It seems some of my programs have a fast-approaching aid deadline, but haven't given me any indication of how to proceed. Any advice from those who have started or finished the process? Thanks!
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