Master of Arts in Asia Pacific Studies - Business

In our innovative 28-unit program, you develop a strong foundational knowledge of the cultures, histories, and societies of the Asia Pacific. At the same time, you are given the freedom to pursue your chosen research areas and specialtiesranging from film, literature, religion, and philosophy to business, economics, and politics. We encourage you to follow your passions and areas of interest. As such, we offer two concentrations: Humanities/Social Sciences and Business. All students take a set of required courses that provide you with crucial knowledge and skills. Elective options allow you to engage your disciplinary focus and study topics that you care about. Your studies culminate in a Capstone project that showcases your dedicated research and expertise on a subject of your choice.

While the emphasis of our courses vary, we honor a diverse, inclusive vision of the Asia Pacific, in which East Asia, South Asia, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific exist as interactive, interconnected regions, each with their own distinct identities.

A 3.0 GPA or higher in a bachelor's degree in any field is highly recommended. A general knowledge of the intellectual, social and cultural history of the Asia Pacific is required.
Two years of a university-level Asian and/or Pacific language is required for the degree. This may be satisfied before or during enrollment in the graduate program. If completed while in the graduate program, these two years of language study are an additional 16 units of coursework. USF offers courses in Mandarin, Japanese, and Tagalog. Courses in other Asian languages such as Korean and Vietnamese may be arranged at other institutions.

Upload a copy of your transcript from each university and college attended. Please ensure the institution's name and your name is on the document you upload. Transcripts from any schools and study abroad programs must be submitted since bachelor's degree institutions typically do not list transfer and study abroad courses with grades.
If still enrolled in your bachelor's program, submit a copy of your transcript showing in-progress courses. If admitted, an official transcript with proof of graduation is required. USF undergraduates upload their unofficial transcripts for admission review and do not need to send an official USF transcript.
The GRE General test score is not required.
Statement of Purpose
A three-to-four page, double-spaced, typewritten document describing your personal, academic, and professional reasons for pursuing a Master's in Asia Pacific Studies, and for choosing this program at USF. The statement should relate your relevant background and experiences to your educational and professional goals.

Resume or CV
Your current resume or CV lists and describes your educational history, work or job history, coursework related to this graduate program, and any experiences relevant to your pursuit of graduate studies including internships, published articles or other published materials, volunteer/community service experience, study or work outside of your home country, and any interests or activities related to this graduate program.

Letters of Recommendation
A minimum of two recommendation letters are required for your application. Additional letters of recommendation are accepted. Follow the instructions in the online application to provide the contact information for your recommenders.
For international applicants, an English Language exam score (TOEFL, IELTS or PTE) is required.
IELTS - 6.5, TOEFL (IBT) - 90, PTE - 61