MAIS: East Asia faculty accepting new graduate students for 2026-2027

Applications for the M.A. in International Studies: East Asia program will close on January 31, 2026. More details on the Jackson School website. Continue reading for the current list of

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Three reasons you should study East Asia at UW

Reasons why the MAIS in East Asia program might be a good fit for you

Reason #1: You’re fascinated by history, culture, politics, technology, and modern issues. Each track provides a framework of interdisciplinary study. All students take Proseminar in East Asian Studies, which introduces