October 30, 2025

Study Abroad Programs: East Asian Studies

East Asian Studies is an interdisciplinary field that focuses on the cultures, history, languages, and societies of East Asia, including China, Japan, and Korea. This field of study encompasses a wide range of topics, from ancient history to contemporary politics, and from language learning to cultural immersion. Programs in East Asian Studies typically offer a rigorous curriculum that includes language study, area studies, and disciplinary courses in fields such as history, literature, anthropology, and political science.

For students interested in studying East Asian Studies abroad, there are numerous options available. Many universities offer semester or year-long programs that allow students to immerse themselves in the language and culture of East Asia. These programs often feature homestays or other forms of cultural immersion, as well as opportunities to study at local universities and engage in fieldwork and research projects. Additionally, many study abroad providers offer specialized programs in East Asian Studies, which may include language study, cultural excursions, and academic coursework. Students interested in East Asian Studies are encouraged to research their options thoroughly and to seek out programs that align with their academic and personal goals.

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Study Abroad Reviews for CET Taiwan
CET Taiwan

CET Taiwan is a great choice for Chinese language learners at all levels and offers a curriculum to suit the interests of students from a variety of academic backgrounds. ...

4.5

32 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for CET Japan
CET Japan

CET Japan offers a unique opportunity for students eager to immerse themselves fully in the local language, culture, and people. Tailor your experience by choosing how muc...

4.4

9 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for The School for Field Studies / SFS: Bhutan - Bhutan - Himalayan Studies
The School for Field Studies / SFS: Bhutan - Bhutan - Himalayan Studies

Our programs in Bhutan take place in the country’s mountains, valleys, rivers, forests, protected areas, and cultural sites. Courses and fieldwork focus on key environment...

4.7

11 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for Middlebury Schools Abroad: Middlebury in Beijing
Middlebury Schools Abroad: Middlebury in Beijing

As China's capital, Beijing is a large and vibrant city particularly marked by rapid economic growth. The city itself has grown tremendously and visitors and residents ali...

4.4

7 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for Middlebury Schools Abroad: Middlebury in Taiwan
Middlebury Schools Abroad: Middlebury in Taiwan

Kaohsiung is known as Taiwan’s Harbor Capital and is located on the island’s southwest coast, sitting at the intersection of the mountains and the sea. Both the downtown a...

4.5

4 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for CET Beijing
CET Beijing

CET Beijing, in operation since 1982, has Chinese language learning down to a science. Intensive Chinese language classes are taught by outstanding, seasoned instructors. ...

4.4

6 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for CET Shanghai
CET Shanghai

Pursue an internship at a company or organization in Shanghai. Study Chinese language. Take electives in a variety of disciplines such as business, economics, history or p...

4.6

4 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for The School for Field Studies / SFS: Cambodia – Environmental Justice and Mekong Ecologies
The School for Field Studies / SFS: Cambodia – Environmental Justice and Mekong Ecologies

In Cambodia, remnants of 12th-century temples share the landscape with wild forests, Buddhist monasteries, and small villages. Diverse ecosystems, from the mighty Mekong R...

4.9

4 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for Yonsei University: Yonsei International Summer School
Yonsei University: Yonsei International Summer School

The Yonsei International Summer School (YISS) opened its doors in 1985 and since then, YISS has become an integral part of campus life based on a unique blend of Korean an...

4.7

7 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for SOAS, University of London: London - Direct Enrollment & Exchange
SOAS, University of London: London - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

SOAS, University of London is the only Higher Education institution in Europe specialising in the study of Asia, Africa and the Near and Middle East. SOAS is a remarkable ...

4.2

6 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for SIT Study Abroad: Vietnam - Culture, Social Change and Development
SIT Study Abroad: Vietnam - Culture, Social Change and Development

Vietnam’s rising status as a nation of extraordinary growth and socioeconomic change is matched only by its ecological and cultural attractions, which include 11 biosphere...

4.8

3 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for IES Abroad: Seoul Direct Enrollment - Yonsei University
IES Abroad: Seoul Direct Enrollment - Yonsei University
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Seoul is a dynamic metropolis where ancient history and modern life converge. And you might have heard that Seoul was ranked third “best student city” according to the QS ...

4.3

2 reviews