Master of Arts [M.A] [Asian Philosophies and Cultures] From California Institute of Integral Studies

The program?seeks to create an environment in which students may gain a broad academic foundation, while critically engaging with textual, historical, sociological/anthropological, and practical applications of Asian philosophy and religion.

The MA curriculum is 36 total units consisting of three foundational courses, 12 units of APC electives, 12 units of general electives, and a culminating Integrative Seminar. In this program, you can choose to emphasize Hindu, Buddhist, or Chinese philosophical studies. Students in the APC Master's program find the knowledge and experience they gain to be valuable and personally transformative. Plus, there is a special APC scholarship fund that can provide financial assistance for qualified applicants within the program.

The Asian Philosophies and Cultures faculty are caring experts in their fields. In this program, students attend classes, special events, and free guest lectures presented by world-renowned visiting scholars. Students are mentored in envisioning creative applications for interdisciplinary research and teaching of Asian Philosophies and Cultures in non-profit, business and academic settings.

In the APC program, you will find a scholarly and spiritually supportive academic environment. Our students are encouraged to explore their personal spiritual growth, maintain their overall well-being, and pursue their intellectual interests. The APC community is comprised of students and faculty who are dedicated to their academic goals and making a difference in this world.