Overview

The Master’s in Asian International Affairs is designed for working professionals whose careers would be enhanced by a deeper understanding of contemporary Asia and the multi-faceted (cultural, historical, social, and political) determinants and impacts of Asian nations’ engagement with their neighbors and the world.

Geared toward students with at least two years of professional experience (which is strongly preferred but not required for admission), the program includes courses on area studies and applied theory, and culminates in a capstone experience in which students will be asked to apply their knowledge either to a project in their own field or to a collaboration with professional partners working on real-world issues.

In this way, University of Hawaii at Manoa graduates of the program will be better positioned to work productively across cultural boundaries on questions of national and global importance, and to make well-informed decisions in a global environment in which Asia is increasingly central.

Learning Objectives

Graduates of the MAIA program will be able to:

Demonstrate an advanced understanding of key sources and modes of conflict and cooperation in contemporary Asia.
demonstrate advanced understanding of diverse Asian perspectives on issues of regional and global significance.
Accurately interpret and critically assess research on Asian international affairs, and express their analyses concisely.
Reflect critically on the ethical consequences of different paths of international engagement in the Asia-Pacific.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Capitalism in Contemporary Asia
Asian Security Cultures
Conflict and Cooperation in Asia
International Relations of Asia
Southeast Asia Now

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-09-01 00:00:00
Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Other requirements

General requirements

Hold or expect to hold prior to matriculation a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited U.S. college or university, or an equivalent degree from a recognized non-U.S. institution of higher education.
Submit a copy of the passport identification pages, or a copy of the national identification card if a passport is not available.
Submit one transcript or academic record from each institution of higher education attended, including any study abroad or exchange programs, summer programs, and non-degree work and extension programs.
Applicants whose native language is not English are required to take English Language Proficiency.
Show proof of sufficient funding to cover all educational and living expenses, including expenses for any accompanying spouse or children.

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Tuition Fee

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International

44864 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 22432 USD per semester during 12 months.
National

44864 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 22432 USD per semester during 12 months.
In-State

20800 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 10400 USD per semester during 12 months.

Living costs for Honolulu

1640 - 2500 USD /month

Living costs

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