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Master of Arts in Eastern Classics (Graduate Institute)

One-year intensive master's examining foundational texts of India, China, and Japan (Vedas, Upanishads, Mahabharata, Confucius, Laozi, Zhuangzi, Tale of Genji), alongside classical Sanskrit or Chinese language study.

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Application checklist & requirements

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Academic degree / Prerequisites: Bachelor's degree in any field with demonstrated writing capability
English language proficiency: TOEFL 90+ or IELTS 7.0
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Exempt
Thesis / Research statement: Statement on motivation to study Eastern philosophical and literary traditions
Recommendation letters: Two academic letters

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Eastern Classics Scholar Awards up to $8,000
Application fee: $0
Tuition / joining costs: $9,800/term

Dates and verification

Application deadline: March 1, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-16

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Facts reflect official St. John's College documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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