Where can I find Asian Studies programs in the US?

I'm interested in learning more about Asian culture and history at the college level. Does anyone know of good Asian Studies programs in the US? Any specific schools or courses you'd recommend checking out?

There are many excellent Asian Studies programs in the U.S. that range across a variety of disciplines such as history, language, literature, art history, politics, and more.

The first place that comes to mind is the University of California, Berkeley. UC Berkeley has a reputable Department of Asian Studies with a broad curriculum covering different Asian regions—from East Asia to South Asia.

Stanford University also has a strong program in East Asian Studies. It has a distinguished faculty and promotes deep linguistic and cultural competence.

Harvard University is also known for its Department of East Asian Languages and Civilizations, where students can focus on East Asia, South Asia, or Inner Asia. Harvard's program is rich in resources and has a deep commitment to the languages, literature, and civilizations of Asia.

Columbia University is another institution with a strong East Asian Languages and Culture program, emphasizing immersion in East Asian cultures through a mix of rigorous coursework and study abroad opportunities.

In the Midwest, the University of Michigan has a popular program called the Center for South Asian Studies which brings together a variety of disciplines with a focus on South Asia.

For a more hands-on approach, Middlebury College in Vermont has a well-known language schools program, which offers intensive summer language classes in Chinese, Japanese, and Korean.

It's best to consider what specific aspect of Asian Studies you are most interested in—whether it's language, history, literature, religion, etc.—before choosing a program. After identifying your interests, look at the specific courses offered by each program to ensure they align with your academic goals.