Seattle,
WA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Buddhist Studies in Seattle United States | University of Washington
University of Washington
|
Seattle United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
31,707
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Buddhist Studies specialization within the South Asian Languages and Literature program, housed in the Department of Asian Languages and Literature, provides coursework for both the general M.A. and Ph.D. degrees with a focus on Buddhist Studies. Students can also incorporate Buddhist Studies courses into their B.A. curriculum or pursue M.A. or Ph.D. degrees with different specializations.
This program emphasizes the examination of Buddhist canonical and post-canonical texts through language study. As such, participants must engage in rigorous linguistic and textual analysis. The curriculum primarily centers on South Asian Buddhism, with Sanskrit as the main language of study, supplemented by Pali, Gandhari, and Classical Chinese.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Unofficial transcript(s) from all previous universities attended. (We will ask for official transcripts from any applicant who accepts our offer of admission)
Academic writing sample (in English). The writing sample should not be a translation, academic essay recommended. There is no required format or page limit requirement.
Statement of purpose that describes your academic goals and proposed course of study at the University of Washington (not to exceed five double-spaced pages).Three letters of recommendation. Please use the Graduate School online application system to provide contact information for three people who will write letters of recommendation on your behalf. Recommenders should be academic instructors familiar with your academic ability, especially in your intended major language and discipline.
Resume or curriculum vitae
Minimum score: 80
IELTS - 6.5
Academic writing sample (in English). The writing sample should not be a translation, academic essay recommended. There is no required format or page limit requirement.
Statement of purpose that describes your academic goals and proposed course of study at the University of Washington (not to exceed five double-spaced pages).Three letters of recommendation. Please use the Graduate School online application system to provide contact information for three people who will write letters of recommendation on your behalf. Recommenders should be academic instructors familiar with your academic ability, especially in your intended major language and discipline.
Resume or curriculum vitae
Minimum score: 80
IELTS - 6.5
Tuition
USD
31,707