Amherst,
MA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Chinese in Boston United States | University of Massachusetts Amherst
University of Massachusetts Amherst
|
Boston United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
32,276
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The East Asian Languages and Cultures program, housed within UMass Amherst's Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures, provides a Master of Arts degree in Chinese. Our curriculum emphasizes two key areas: first, the exploration of Chinese literature, culture, linguistics, and teaching methodologies; and second, developing practical language proficiency for careers in translation, interpretation, education, media, business, or public service. Graduates of our MA program have pursued diverse career paths including diplomatic services, government positions, secondary and higher education teaching roles, as well as professional translation and interpretation work.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Prior to their anticipated start date, applicants must complete a bachelor's degree from a U.S. college or university accredited by a regional accrediting association, or complete an international degree that is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree from a college or university recognized and approved by the Ministry of Education or commission responsible for higher education in the country where the degree is earned. If you obtained your degree from a university outside the United States.
Required application materials:
Online Application
Personal Statement
Resume
2 Letters of Recommendation
Transcripts
English Language Proficiency Scores for non-native English speakers
Essay Prompt (Required):
Please take the time to answer all parts of the following question.
600 words is your limit, not your goal. Use the full range if you need it, but do not feel obligated to do so.
Please choose one of your communities or groups and describe its significance. Explain how your experience in this community or group would enable you to enrich the following:
Your department/program/our campus
Your field/discipline
Optional application materials:
GRE Test Scores
IELTS - 6.5
TOEFL IBT - 80
Duolingo English Test: Minimum overall score of 115
Required application materials:
Online Application
Personal Statement
Resume
2 Letters of Recommendation
Transcripts
English Language Proficiency Scores for non-native English speakers
Essay Prompt (Required):
Please take the time to answer all parts of the following question.
600 words is your limit, not your goal. Use the full range if you need it, but do not feel obligated to do so.
Please choose one of your communities or groups and describe its significance. Explain how your experience in this community or group would enable you to enrich the following:
Your department/program/our campus
Your field/discipline
Optional application materials:
GRE Test Scores
IELTS - 6.5
TOEFL IBT - 80
Duolingo English Test: Minimum overall score of 115
Tuition
USD
32,276