Offered by the Critical Race, Gender, and Culture Studies Collaborative, the 15-credit graduate certificate in Asian studies provides an understanding of Asia in a dynamic global context. In this program, you will engage in advanced study of political, economic, cultural, philosophical, and religious aspects of Asian societies, both past and present. The coursework includes a variety of interdisciplinary courses from the School of International Service and the departments of history, philosophy, and religion. The program culminates in an Asian studies research project. 15 credit hours of approved coursework, with at least 6 credit hours at or above 600-level, with grades of C or better. Grades of C- or D in certificate program courses will not be accepted toward the fulfillment of certificate requirements, although these grades will be included in the calculation of the cumulative grade point average. Students must have a minimum 3.00 cumulative GPA in certificate courses in order to be awarded a certificate. Students in certificate programs must take a minimum of 6 credit hours during each 12-month period after they are admitted. International students must enroll in 9 credit hours each semester. All programs must be completed within four years. A maximum of 3 credit hours earned at an accredited college or university may be applied toward the certificate as transfer credit