Buddhist Studies

A program that focuses on the philosophy preached by Siddartha Gautama, the Buddha, in ancient India and subsequently interpreted by his disciples and apostles; together with the intellectual, cultural, social, and ritual developments of the faith and its branches. Includes instruction in Buddhist sacred literature (Tripitaka, etc.) and study of one or more of the main branches including Early Buddhism, Hinayana, Theravada, Madhyamaka, Yogacara, Pure Land, Shingon, Tendai, Nichiren Shu, Zen, Tibetan, Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese, and others.

Of the 3 Buddhist Studies degrees granted each year at the Masters degree level, men make up 33% percent and women make up 67% percent of the field of study. Did you know that California has more students graduating with a degree in Buddhist Studies than any other state in the US? In fact, California awarded 3 degrees last year! The average starting salary for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in Buddhist Studies is $37,800.