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Research access guide for the University of Iowa.

Overview

About the University of Iowa:

Founded in 1847, the University of Iowa began less than two months after Iowa was admitted to the Union as a state.

The University Libraries began in 1855 with the donation of 50 books, and officially opened two years later.

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Institution

Institution: University of Iowa
Founded: 1847
Type: state university
Location: Iowa City, IA
Website: uiowa.edu


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Japanese Studies

Undergraduate Studies

  • A B.A. in Japanese Language and Literature is offered by the Department of Asian Languages and Literature.
  • Study abroad opportunities are available for up to one semester at a time.
  • Those interested in admissions to the undergraduate programs at the University of Iowa should visit their Undergraduate Admissions website.

Graduate Studies

  • A M.A. in Asian Civilizations: Japanese Studies is offered by the Department of Asian Languages and Literature.
  • A Ph.D. in Foreign Language Acquisition, Research, and Education with a concentration on Japan is offered by the Department of Asian Languages and Literature.
  • A Ph.D. with a concentration on Japan is offered by the Graduate College.
  • The College of Business offers the International Business Certificate with a concentration on Japan.
  • Those interested in Japan-related degrees from other departments should consult the individual websites of the department.
  • Those interested in admissions to graduate programs at the University of Iowa should visit their Graduate Admissions website.

Other Academic Information

  • The University of Iowa employs nine faculty and academic staff in Japan-related positions.
  • Japan-focused courses are taught outside the Department of Asian Languages and Literature in the following fields: anthropology, art and art history, history, political science, and religion.

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