Japanese Studies
Studying Japanese Studies at DePauw
Prepare to step out of your linguistic and cultural bubble with a versatile degree in Japanese studies. Through this engaging interdisciplinary program, you will have the opportunity to develop new perspectives and cultivate analytical insights about one of the world’s most influential economic superpowers and a perennial leader in international politics. Japan’s fascinating history and multidimensional culture offer an endless source of both inquiry and discovery.
Courses in Japanese studies provide a structured sequence of learning that will expose you to language, literature, technology, theater, philosophy and more. From ancient foundations to contemporary issues, the extensive scope of this program will prepare you for success in any career field that requires analytical reasoning, international collaboration or cross-cultural exchange. With a degree in Japanese studies, you can discover your role in shaping tomorrow’s globally connected world.
Areas of Study
Major | Degree | School | Format | Course Credits |
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Japanese Studies | Undergraduate, B.A. | College of Liberal Arts and Sciences | On Campus | 10 Courses |
Major
Japanese Studies
Degree
Undergraduate, B.A.
Format
On Campus
Course Credits
10 Courses
Minor | School | Format | Course Credits |
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Japanese Studies | College of Liberal Arts and Sciences | On Campus | 5 Courses |
Minor
Japanese Studies
Format
On Campus
Course Credits
5 Courses

Graduate Outcomes and Careers
Graduate schools DePauw students have attended
- Columbia University
- Georgetown University
- Harvard University
- Johns Hopkins University
- Dartmouth College
- University of Pennsylvania
- University of Chicago
- Tufts University, MBA program in London
- University of Akron
- Indiana University
Internships students have participated in
- Radio station, Taiwan
- Tamkang Junior and Senior High Schools, Taiwan
- Cummins in India
Contact Us
Asian Studies
Leveraging the resources of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, the Japanese studies major and minor at DePauw are housed in the Department of Asian Studies. This department prioritizes a broad-ranging knowledge of Asia's many diverse cultures, both past and present.

Heidi Albin Menzel
- heidialbinmenzel@depauw.edu
- (765) 658-4750
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