BA in South Asia Studies in Philadelphia United States | University of Pennsylvania

South Asian Studies is a multidisciplinary area that examines the culture, history, languages, arts, and social structures of nations including India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, and Bhutan. As the nation's first and most prestigious South Asian studies initiative, we explore both historical and modern aspects of a region encompassing one-fifth of humanity, while offering more language courses than any comparable U.S. program. Understanding this rapidly developing region—projected to surpass the U.S. as the world's second-largest economy—provides graduates with distinct advantages in today's competitive global workforce. Join a close-knit academic community where professors engage with students personally, whether pursuing a single or dual major.