Buddhist Studies
Online Comprehensive Buddhist Studies Program
Department of Pali and Buddhist Studies, University of Kelaniya (UoK), Sri Lanka, and the American Buddhist Sangha Academy (ABSA) in the USA
Free of Tuition Fee
Study at Your Own Pace
Three Program Levels, Tailored to Your Experience and Learning Goals
Program Options
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B
C
Diploma in Buddhist Studies (DBS)
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Certificate from the prestigious University of Kelaniya
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Fulfill the program by completing the 12 courses (30 credits), assignments, and final exams
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Registration fee for the university - $500 (USD)
Certificate in Buddhist Studies
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Complete 16 credits within 2 years. Choose courses from diverse DBS curriculum to personalize your studies ​
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Earn your certificate from ABSA by completing engaging assignments
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Free of charge! No registration fee
Introduction to Buddhist Studies
Free! Certificates from ABSA
2 options
​1. Certificate of Completion
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Choose a minimum of 8 credits from the DBS curriculum & complete the assignments
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2. Certificate of Participation
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Choose and attend any courses from the DBS curriculum
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No assignment of exam required
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To apply, or for more information, please visit our website: https://maba-usa.org/buddhist-studies-1
Online Master's in Buddhist Studies
Two Year Part Time
Degree Conducted by
Right Mindfulness Training Academy (RMTA)
U.S.A
Degree Conferred by
Postgraduate Institute of Pali and Buddhist Studies
University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka
Exclusively Offered by a Leading Buddhist University!
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Faculty of distinguished monastic & lay buddhist scholars
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100% Online
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Tuition fee is sponsored by YBEF
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2027-2028
Academic Year
Starts March 3rd, 2027
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Applications are now open
For program details, please scan below or contact us by email
Email Inquiries: ybefacademy@gmail.com
Program website: https://rmtausaa.org/
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Chinese Language Study Group
Registration Required: Click or Scan the QR code to register
What You Will Learn
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Pinyin and Tones
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Chinese Characters
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Essential Grammar
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Daily Conversation
Introductory course, no prior Chinese knowledge required
Every other Sunday
10 AM - 12 PM
3rd Floor, IBFA
2251 S. Wentworth Ave, Chicago, IL 60616
Contact ibfachineseclass@gmail.com for more information