Open Campus Block
Your Open Campus Block in Kyoto places you in a city known for its refined traditions, historic districts, and deep cultural heritage, while allowing you to design an experience that aligns with your academic interests and personal goals. You’ll enroll in CIEE courses and online courses taught through CIEE's global academic partner, ASU. Through co-curricular and extracurricular experiences, you might explore centuries-old temples and shrines, participate in traditional tea ceremonies, and visit areas like Arashiyama’s bamboo grove or the surrounding countryside. Kyoto reveals itself through quiet rituals, seasonal changes, and a sense of history that is woven into everyday surroundings!
Unique Experiences
Be entranced by the zen rock garden of Ryoanji Temple
and take in the contrast between the dazzling Golden Temple and more serene Silver Temple
Immerse yourself in the cultural capital of Japan
with its rich cultural, religious, and artistic traditions and historic sites dating 1,200+ years
Indulge in Kyoto’s famous Uji green tea
either as a drink or with green tea-flavored pastries, ice cream, and other desserts
Your Destination
Kyoto is Japan's innovative, eco-friendly city, offering an inspiring environment for students of all disciplines. Spend 6-, 12-, or 18-weeks exploring Kyoto's cutting-edge sustainability initiatives, thriving startup scene, and historic landmarks like Kinkaku-ji Temple and Nijo Castle. Whether you're studying business, science, engineering, technology, communications, psychology, health sciences, liberal arts, language, or fine arts, Kyoto is the perfect place to study abroad.
Program Highlights
- Unmatched Flexibility: Spend one, two, or three consecutive 6-week blocks in the same host city or travel between cities for a comparative cultural experience.
- Academic Courses: Choose from CIEE courses and online courses delivered by CIEE’s global partner, ASU, that align with your academic major.
- Immersive Experiences: Participate in activities, excursions, study tours, and more that showcase your host city's culture, values, and local art, film, music, cuisine, and sports scenes.
- Community Impact Initiative: Get involved with local organizations through service opportunities that address real community needs while building cross-cultural connections and hands-on experience.
- Academic Projects: Enroll in an optional for-credit academic project that aligns with your goals, qualifications, resume, and availability of placements.
Excursions & Activities
CIEE’s excursions and cultural activities in Kyoto will open doors for you to explore Japan's rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.
Samples of excursions and activities:
- Visit world-famous temples and shrines, such as Kiyomizu Temple and Yasaka Shrine, and learning about the depth of their history and religious significance
- Take a day trip to Nara with its great-seated Buddha in Todaiji temple and the Deer Park, where they will “bow” in thanks as you offer the deer biscuits
- Enjoy an excursion to nearby Kobe and World Heritage Site, Himeji Castle, to experience the life of a 17th-century warrior
Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.
Program Blogs
Finding My Community in Kyoto
Written by Reilly Baker When people talk about studying abroad, they usually focus on the places they visited, the food they tried, and the experiences they had. I expected my... keep reading
Tokyo vs. Kyoto: Where Should You Study Abroad in Japan?
Be honest – you’ve already searched “should I study abroad in Tokyo or Kyoto” at least three times. One tab says Tokyo is nonstop energy. Another says Kyoto is peaceful... keep reading
Finding a Second Home in Kyoto
By William Karantonis Introduction When I first arrived in Kyoto, Japan, I didn’t know what to expect, however I quickly realized I made one of the best decisions of my... keep reading
Housing & Meals
Housing
CIEE Kyoto offers diverse housing options to ensure you're comfortable in your home away from home. From apartments or hotels within 20 minutes of the study center to homestays a train and/or bus ride away, your accommodation preferences will be met. Additionally, all housing options are located in neighborhoods with convenient access to public transportation, shops, cafés, and eateries.
Standard Housing: Includes a single room at a homestay within a 70-minute commute or a shared, double or quad accommodation in an apartment or hotel room located within 20 minutes of CIEE Kyoto. Homestays feature a kitchen, living room, and bathroom shared with a host family. Apartments boast kitchenettes and laundry facilities.
Select Housing: Includes a private single apartment or hotel room located under 15 minutes from CIEE Kyoto. Apartments boast kitchenettes and laundry facilities. Select housing requires an additional fee.
Select Plus Housing: Includes a private single apartment located 5 minutes from CIEE Kyoto. Apartments boast kitchenettes and laundry facilities. Select Plus housing requires an additional fee.
A note: The default criterion to assign housing is first-come, first-served; however, other factors may also be considered. If we cannot accommodate your first housing choice, we'll let you know before you arrive. Non-standard housing options require an additional fee that can be found in the program Dates and Fees.
Meals
- Apartments rooms are equipped with a single-burner range, microwave, and fridge kitchenette. Students can prepare simple in-house meals with basic cooking utensils and cleaning supplies. Students can also explore affordable restaurants in the immediate neighborhood or explore the city for a full range of cuisine and prices.
- Homestays: Hosts provide two meals a day (breakfast & dinner) seven days per week.
Academics
CIEE Kyoto: Study in the upscale office district of Karasuma Oike – a 15-minute walk from the city's main shopping street, Nijo Castle, Kamo River, and the former Imperial Palace. CIEE Kyoto features classrooms, a student lounge, a student life office, and an academic advising office.
Arizona State University (ASU): Brought to you by CIEE in partnership with ASU, enhance your international coursework with online classes that align with your degree requirements. ASU offers thousands of online courses in asynchronous 7.5-week sessions that fit within the CIEE academic calendar.
Course Information
Course Notes
- Courses are listed below by block and track; course list subject to change. Courses are in English unless otherwise noted.
- Use the Course Comparison Tools to compare classes offered across all Open Campus Block programs for each block:
- Students studying for 3 blocks in Kyoto must take at least 5 courses in person in order to satisfy the visa eligibility requirements.
Academic Projects
- Academic Projects will be offered onsite (either in-person or remotely) or remotely from another Open Campus location, dependent on availability and in compliance with local health and safety regulations.
- Academic Project placement will be designed based on the student’s project learning goals, qualifications, resume, and availability of placements in location or within the Open Campus Network, either in-person or remotely. The process is highly individualized and goal oriented. Students enrolled in an Academic Project will receive additional academic support that informs and enhances the placement experience.
- Students applying for an Academic Project are required to submit additional materials during the course selection process.
- Students studying for 3 blocks in Kyoto must take 5 courses in person in addition to an Academic Project
Language Classes
- During course selection, students interested in a non-introductory Japanese language course will be instructed to take an online Japanese language assessment to determine their proficiency level. Enrollment will be finalized on-site and is based on assessment outcomes.
Fall Block I 2026
Business Track
Language, Literature, and Culture Track
STEM and Society Track
Fall Block II 2026
Art and Architecture Track
Business Track
Communications, Journalism, and New Media Track
Language, Literature, and Culture Track
Fall Block III 2026
Art and Architecture Track
Business Track
Communications, Journalism, and New Media Track
Language, Literature, and Culture Track
Fall Block I 2027
Business Track
Language, Literature, and Culture Track
STEM and Society Track
Fall Block II 2027
Art and Architecture Track
Business Track
Communications, Journalism, and New Media Track
Language, Literature, and Culture Track
Fall Block III 2027
Art and Architecture Track
Business Track
Communications, Journalism, and New Media Track
Language, Literature, and Culture Track
Spring Block I 2026
Art and Architecture Track
Business Track
Communications, Journalism, and New Media Track
International Relations and Political Science Track
Language, Literature, and Culture Track
STEM and Society Track
Spring Block II 2026
Business Track
Communications, Journalism, and New Media Track
Language, Literature, and Culture Track
STEM and Society Track
Spring Block III 2026
Art and Architecture Track
Business Track
Communications, Journalism, and New Media Track
Language, Literature, and Culture Track
Spring Block I 2027
Art and Architecture Track
Business Track
Communications, Journalism, and New Media Track
International Relations and Political Science Track
Language, Literature, and Culture Track
STEM and Society Track
Spring Block II 2027
Business Track
Communications, Journalism, and New Media Track
Language, Literature, and Culture Track
STEM and Society Track
Spring Block III 2027
Art and Architecture Track
Business Track
Communications, Journalism, and New Media Track
Language, Literature, and Culture Track
CIEE proudly partners with ASU to deliver asynchronous, online coursework that aligns with your degree requirements from anywhere you study abroad.
CIEE and ASU offer courses online per program eligibility, at no additional charge. Be sure to review online courses with your home school advisor.
Check the CIEE Program Dates and ASU start dates below to maximize course options within your program!
Search ASU Online Courses BROWSE FAQs for more INFO
Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
"(GI)" denotes courses that originated at CIEE's Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple CIEE sites.
Discover Internship Opportunities
Browse the range of internship opportunities available and find the experience that aligns with your academic and career goals with CIEE Study Abroad.
Explore Industry Options
Kyoto blends traditional and modern industries, with a work scene shaped by its historical heritage and evolving economy. Key sectors include tourism and hospitality, small and medium enterprises, and creative and cultural industries. Kyoto’s work culture reflects Japan’s norms – hierarchy and teamwork – while smaller workplaces emphasize flexibility and strong problem-solving skills.
Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
Gain experience in agricultural markets, agribusiness companies, and NGOs to study food production and global processes.
Business Management and Administration
Study international business practices, multicultural leadership, and global market dynamics.
Education and Training
Experience international teaching methodologies and curriculum development in classrooms around the globe.
Hospitality and Tourism
Polish your hospitality management skills by studying global tourism practices, customer service excellence, and more.
Information Technology
Explore diverse tech environments, cutting-edge innovation, and emerging technologies in global cities.
Marketing, Sales and Service
Explore global market dynamics, cross-cultural consumer engagement, and sales techniques in firms, agencies, and companies.
Browse Internship Opportunities
Explore internship placements available through this program to find the right fit for your academic and professional goals.
Disclaimer: Internship placements are subject to availability and host employer hiring discretion. Application and payment of CIEE fees does not guarantee specific placement. This internship listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party.
Scholarships & Grants
CIEE offers scholarships and grants annually to help students like you make your study abroad dream a reality.
Students who apply to this program are eligible for the following scholarships and grants:
- Wollitzer Merit Scholarships in Area or Comparative Studies
- Ping Scholarships for Academic Excellence
- Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
- McDermott Health Sciences, Nursing, and Public Health Merit Scholarships
- Stohl International Undergraduate Research Scholarships
- CIEE Gilman Go Global Grant
To be considered, submit the CIEE Scholarships & Grants application within your CIEE program application.
Dates & Fees
You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with CIEE, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.
Program |
Application Due |
Start Date |
End Date |
Fees & Housing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Program Fall Block I 2026 6 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $7,150 |
| Program Fall Blocks I, II, III 2026 18 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $21,450 |
| Program Fall Blocks I, II 2026 12 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $14,300 |
| Program Fall Block II 2026 6 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $7,150 |
| Program Fall Blocks II, III 2026 12 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $14,300 |
| Program Fall Block III 2026 6 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $7,150 |
| Program Fall Block III 2027 6 weeks | Start Date * | End Date * | ||
| Program Fall Blocks II, III 2027 12 weeks | Start Date * | End Date * | ||
| Program Fall Block II 2027 6 weeks | Start Date * | End Date * | ||
| Program Fall Blocks I, II 2027 12 weeks | Start Date * | End Date * | ||
| Program Fall Block I 2027 6 weeks | Start Date * | End Date * | ||
| Program Spring Blocks I, II 2027 12 weeks | Start Date * | End Date * | Fees & Housing $14,650 | |
| Program Spring Blocks I, II, III 2027 18 weeks | Start Date * | End Date * | Fees & Housing $21,975 | |
| Program Spring Blocks II, III 2027 12 weeks | Start Date * | End Date * | Fees & Housing $14,650 | |
| Program Spring Block III 2027 6 weeks | Start Date * | End Date * | Fees & Housing $7,325 | |
| Program Spring Block II 2027 6 weeks | Start Date * | End Date * | Fees & Housing $7,325 | |
| Program Spring Block I 2027 6 weeks | Start Date * | End Date * | Fees & Housing $7,325 | |
| Program Fall Blocks I, II, III 2027 18 weeks | Start Date * | End Date * |
*Dates for this program are provided as tentative dates. Please consult with your study abroad advisor to confirm dates before purchasing your flights.
To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, your college or university may charge additional fees for study abroad, or may require you to receive a transcript via CIEE's School of Record, which carries an additional fee of $500.
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $4,656 ** |
| Housing | $2,000 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Total Fees | $7,150 |
Optional Housing
CIEE accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee. Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; however, other factors may also be considered.
| Select Housing Fee | $900 |
| Select Plus Housing Fee | $1,200 |
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $214 † |
| International Airfare | $1,450 †† |
| Local Transportation | $275 |
| Books & Supplies | $110 |
| Personal expenses | $170 ††† |
| Total Costs | $2,219 |
*non-refundable fee
**Direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
†For students in homestays, families provide 2 meals (breakfast and dinner). For students in apartments, you should budget approx. $428 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
††round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
†††$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries (Sim requires one-time fee of $25)
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $14,956 ** |
| Housing | $6,000 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Total Fees | $21,450 |
Optional Housing
CIEE accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee. Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; however, other factors may also be considered.
| Select Housing Fee | $2,700 |
| Select Plus Housing Fee | $3,600 |
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $642 † |
| International Airfare | $1,450 †† |
| Local Transportation | $825 |
| Books & Supplies | $330 |
| Visa Fees | $125 ††† |
| Personal expenses | $510 †††† |
| Other | $100 ††††† |
| Total Costs | $3,982 |
*non-refundable fee
**Direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
†For students in homestays, families provide 2 meals (breakfast and dinner). For students in apartments, you should budget approx. $428 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
††round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
†††Students staying a full semester in Kyoto require a visa
††††$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries (Sim requires one-time fee of $25)
†††††National insurance required for students staying for 3 blocks
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $9,806 ** |
| Housing | $4,000 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Total Fees | $14,300 |
Optional Housing
CIEE accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee. Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; however, other factors may also be considered.
| Select Housing Fee | $1,800 |
| Select Plus Housing Fee | $2,400 |
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $428 † |
| International Airfare | $1,450 †† |
| Local Transportation | $550 |
| Books & Supplies | $220 |
| Personal expenses | $340 ††† |
| Total Costs | $2,988 |
*non-refundable fee
**Direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
†For students in homestays, families provide 2 meals (breakfast and dinner). For students in apartments, you should budget approx. $428 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
††round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
†††$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries (Sim requires one-time fee of $25)
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $4,656 ** |
| Housing | $2,000 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Total Fees | $7,150 |
Optional Housing
CIEE accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee. Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; however, other factors may also be considered.
| Select Housing Fee | $900 |
| Select Plus Housing Fee | $1,200 |
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $214 † |
| International Airfare | $1,450 †† |
| Local Transportation | $275 |
| Books & Supplies | $110 |
| Personal expenses | $170 ††† |
| Total Costs | $2,219 |
*non-refundable fee
**Direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
†For students in homestays, families provide 2 meals (breakfast and dinner). For students in apartments, you should budget approx. $428 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
††round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
†††$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries (Sim requires one-time fee of $25)
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $9,806 ** |
| Housing | $4,000 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Total Fees | $14,300 |
Optional Housing
CIEE accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee. Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; however, other factors may also be considered.
| Select Housing Fee | $1,800 |
| Select Plus Housing Fee | $2,400 |
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $428 † |
| International Airfare | $1,450 †† |
| Local Transportation | $550 |
| Books & Supplies | $220 |
| Personal expenses | $340 ††† |
| Total Costs | $2,988 |
*non-refundable fee
**Direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
†For students in homestays, families provide 2 meals (breakfast and dinner). For students in apartments, you should budget approx. $428 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
††round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
†††$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries (Sim requires one-time fee of $25)
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $4,656 ** |
| Housing | $2,000 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Total Fees | $7,150 |
Optional Housing
CIEE accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee. Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; however, other factors may also be considered.
| Select Housing Fee | $900 |
| Select Plus Housing Fee | $1,200 |
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $214 † |
| International Airfare | $1,450 †† |
| Local Transportation | $275 |
| Books & Supplies | $110 |
| Personal expenses | $170 ††† |
| Total Costs | $2,219 |
*non-refundable fee
**Direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
†For students in homestays, families provide 2 meals (breakfast and dinner). For students in apartments, you should budget approx. $428 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
††round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
†††$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries (Sim requires one-time fee of $25)
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $500 * |
| Educational Costs | $9,656 ** |
| Housing | $4,300 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Total Fees | $14,650 |
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $688 † |
| International Airfare | $1,450 †† |
| Local Transportation | $550 |
| Books & Supplies | $220 |
| Personal expenses | $1,036 ††† |
| Total Costs | $3,944 |
*non-refundable fee
**Direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
†The listed estimated cost is for students in homestays, families provide 2 meals a day, and the optional estimated cost for dining out once per week ($130/block). For students in apartments, you should budget approx. $430 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
††round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
†††Personal expenses may include but are not limited to the following: taxis, social activities and entertainment, toiletries, cell phone. Does not include personal travel.
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $500 * |
| Educational Costs | $14,831 ** |
| Housing | $6,450 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Total Fees | $21,975 |
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $1,032 † |
| International Airfare | $1,450 †† |
| Local Transportation | $825 |
| Books & Supplies | $330 |
| Visa Fees | $125 ††† |
| Personal expenses | $1,104 †††† |
| Other | $100 ††††† |
| Total Costs | $4,966 |
*non-refundable fee
**Direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
†The listed estimated cost is for students in homestays, families provide 2 meals a day, and the optional estimated cost for dining out once per week ($130/block). For students in apartments, you should budget approx. $430 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
††round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
†††Students staying a full semester in Kyoto require a visa
††††Personal expenses may include but are not limited to the following: taxis, social activities and entertainment, toiletries, cell phone. Does not include personal travel.
†††††National insurance required for students staying for 3 blocks
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $500 * |
| Educational Costs | $9,656 ** |
| Housing | $4,300 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Total Fees | $14,650 |
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $688 † |
| International Airfare | $1,450 †† |
| Local Transportation | $550 |
| Books & Supplies | $220 |
| Personal expenses | $1,036 ††† |
| Total Costs | $3,944 |
*non-refundable fee
**Direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
†The listed estimated cost is for students in homestays, families provide 2 meals a day, and the optional estimated cost for dining out once per week ($130/block). For students in apartments, you should budget approx. $430 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
††round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
†††Personal expenses may include but are not limited to the following: taxis, social activities and entertainment, toiletries, cell phone. Does not include personal travel.
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $500 * |
| Educational Costs | $4,481 ** |
| Housing | $2,150 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Total Fees | $7,325 |
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $344 † |
| International Airfare | $1,450 †† |
| Local Transportation | $275 |
| Books & Supplies | $110 |
| Personal expenses | $968 ††† |
| Total Costs | $3,147 |
*non-refundable fee
**Direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
†The listed estimated cost is for students in homestays, families provide 2 meals a day, and the optional estimated cost for dining out once per week ($130/block). For students in apartments, you should budget approx. $430 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
††round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
†††Personal expenses may include but are not limited to the following: taxis, social activities and entertainment, toiletries, cell phone. Does not include personal travel.
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $500 * |
| Educational Costs | $4,481 ** |
| Housing | $2,150 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Total Fees | $7,325 |
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $344 † |
| International Airfare | $1,450 †† |
| Local Transportation | $275 |
| Books & Supplies | $110 |
| Personal expenses | $968 ††† |
| Total Costs | $3,147 |
*non-refundable fee
**Direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
†The listed estimated cost is for students in homestays, families provide 2 meals a day, and the optional estimated cost for dining out once per week ($130/block). For students in apartments, you should budget approx. $430 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
††round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
†††Personal expenses may include but are not limited to the following: taxis, social activities and entertainment, toiletries, cell phone. Does not include personal travel.
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $500 * |
| Educational Costs | $4,481 ** |
| Housing | $2,150 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Total Fees | $7,325 |
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $344 † |
| International Airfare | $1,450 †† |
| Local Transportation | $275 |
| Books & Supplies | $110 |
| Personal expenses | $968 ††† |
| Total Costs | $3,147 |
*non-refundable fee
**Direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
†The listed estimated cost is for students in homestays, families provide 2 meals a day, and the optional estimated cost for dining out once per week ($130/block). For students in apartments, you should budget approx. $430 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
††round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
†††Personal expenses may include but are not limited to the following: taxis, social activities and entertainment, toiletries, cell phone. Does not include personal travel.
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
What's Included
Tuition
Housing
Pre-departure Advising
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Orientation
Introduction to your program plus practical information about living in your host city
On-site Staff
Full-time program leadership and support in your city
Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
Excursions and/or Study Tours
Travel Protection
CIEE iNext travel protection
24/7 emergency on-site support
Our Staff
Conor Aherne
Center Director
Michele Fujii
Academic Manager
Michele has lived, studied, and worked in Japan for more than 15 years. She holds an MA in Japanese Language and Culture.
Izumi Wada
Program Manager
Izumi was born in Kyoto and studied abroad in the US when she was in high school. She is passionate about helping students make their study abroad experience meaningful and fruitful (and baking bread on the weekend!).
Get Started
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Connect With Your Campus Study Abroad Office
Share your plans and confirm you're on track to meet all required steps to go abroad.
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Contact CIEE
We're here to help! Send us an email if you still have questions or need information about applying to this program.
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Interested in an optional internship?
After being accepted to this program and submitting the required internship documents, work with CIEE staff on your internship goals and select which positions to interview for. CIEE will reach out to companies that would be a good fit for you, your interests, and your qualifications. Finalize your internship placement upon arrival!
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