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East Asian Languages and Cultures

College of Liberal Arts & Sciences

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What is East Asian Languages and Cultures?

Through East Asian Languages and Cultures, you'll

  • gain a firm competence in an East Asian language,
  • become more familiar with East Asian cultures through cross-disciplinary training,
  • and receive more advanced knowledge of the region.

Our major and minor programs equip you with the knowledge and skills for careers in a variety of fields. In addition, they provide a broad liberal arts education for those interested in graduate or professional study involving East Asia. East Asian Languages and Cultures students have the ability to pursue a double major or dual degree.

Career Options

  • Business
  • Education
  • Finance
  • Government
  • Industry
  • Journalism
  • Law
  • The arts

Post-Graduation Success1

89% employed or continuing education

42% employed after graduation

47% attending graduate school

$59,214 average starting annual income

Sample employer destinations: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (4), Elmwood Park High School (2), Epic Systems (2) View All

Sample grad school destinations: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, University of Illinois Chicago, University of Chicago View All

Review Criteria

First-Year Major-Specific Criteria

  • Demonstrated understanding of and interest in the major

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Transfer Criteria

Transfer Handbook

Graduation & Retention2

4.0 years to degree

95% first-year retention rate

78% four-year graduation rate

89% six-year graduation rate

Annual Program Costs3

Illinois Resident

  • Tuition: $12,992
  • Fees: $5,054
  • Expenses: $18,884
  • Total: $36,930

Non-Resident

  • Tuition: $33,344
  • Fees: $5,054
  • Expenses:$19,224
  • Total: $57,622

International

  • Tuition: $35,872
  • Fees: $5,054
  • Expenses: $19,224
  • Total: $60,150
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