Information for term Summer Japanese Studies
Application deadline, and cost information.
Overview
Click to OpenTokyo is known for its outstanding modern and avant-garde features but peppered throughout this mega-metropolis are hotspots of Japanese culture and tradition. Spend six weeks exploring Japan’s treasures while taking two courses in Japanese language, art, business, communications, history, pop culture, religion, or society. Courses are taught in English by CIEE faculty at CIEE Tokyo and complemented with immersive co-curricular activities designed to increase intercultural understanding.
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Unique experiences
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Boost your Japanese
by building upon what you know already... or start from scratch. Everywhere you go will be a chance to practice your new found linguistic skills.
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Discover Japan
through English-taught courses covering a range of cultural, social, and historical topics
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Explore Japan’s Treasures
as you explore on your own, or through CIEE scheduled activities and excursions
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Japan. Venture beyond the city to enhance your learning.
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million people make this the most densely populated place on Earth
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square miles of total land space in Japan
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Location & Culture
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Your Destination
The world’s most populous city… and also the safest. (The Economist: "Safe Cities Index" 2017). Tokyo is one of the world’s most dynamic modern cities in the world. It has also become one of the world’s most popular trend setters. Along with the futuristic, you will also find pockets of deeply traditional culture as well.
DISCOVER JAPAN’S TREASURES
Dive into Japanese culture through CIEE activities and excursions to enhance your educational experience. While activities vary by year, past activities have included tea ceremony, taiko drumming workshops, visits to historical temples, shrines, and museums, and more. You and your friends can also venture out into areas such as Akihabara, the heartland of manga, anime, and otaku culture; Harajuku, where kawaii fashion reigns supreme; and Shibuya, where shopping opportunities abound.
The Culture
EXCURSIONS & ACTIVITIES
- Explore Tokyo through group activities and on your own – there’s always more to see and do.
- Get to the ballpark to see how Japan enjoys baseball... Japanese Style.
- Get out of the city and explore somewhere different… like Kamakura or Yokohama.
- Find your Zen in an actual "Zen Garden".
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HOUSING
Dorms and Housing. Students will stay in a dormitory located within the Greater Tokyo Area. Your dorm will be within walking distance from a train station, granting you easy access to Tokyo’s numerous sites and attractions through one of the most efficient and comprehensive transportation networks in the world.
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MEALS
Tokyo boasts an amazing array of restaurants and eateries to satisfy any palates and diets. Students are responsible for their own meals.
Tokyo, Japan Where You'll Study
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Program Details
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The program detailsThe Summer Japanese Studies program invites students to immerse themselves in the rich Japanese culture while selecting courses on: Japanese language; Japanese art; Japanese pop culture; Japan’s economic development; Japanese business industry; or religions of Japan. In-class work is augmented with co-curricular visits to the city’s rich variety of cultural institutions and organizations relevant to the course offerings.
CIEE Tokyo is conveniently located on the Yotsuya campus of Sophia University, minutes away from the vibrant Shinjuku and Ginza districts in Tokyo.
Academics
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OVERALL GPA
Students need to have a GPA of at least 2.5.
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PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
There are no requirements for this summer program.
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Curriculum
Program Credit
- Total credit: 6 semester/9 quarter hours
- Contact hours: 45; credit – 3 semester/4.5 quarter hours per course
Students take two courses, both taught in English.
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.
Summer 2019 Courses
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- AHIS 2002 TOJA: Introduction to Japanese Art
- EAST 3001 TOJA: Analysis of Popular Culture in Japanese Society
- HIST 3001 TOJA: Modernizing Ancient Japan
- BUSI 2005 TOJA: Japanese Business
- JAPN 2004 TOJA: Japanese Popular Culture
- JAPN 1001 TOJA: Beginning Japanese
- JAPN 2011 TOJA: Intermediate Japanese
- RELI 2003 TOJA: Religion in Japan
- COMM 3301 TOJA: Intercultural Communication and Leadership
Summer 2020 Courses
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CIEE Courses
- AHIS 2002 TOJA: Introduction to Japanese Art
- EAST 3001 TOJA: Analysis of Popular Culture in Japanese Society
- HIST 3001 TOJA: Modernizing Ancient Japan
- BUSI 2005 TOJA: Japanese Business
- JAPN 2004 TOJA: Japanese Popular Culture
- JAPN 1001 TOJA: Beginning Japanese
- JAPN 2011 TOJA: Intermediate Japanese
- RELI 2003 TOJA: Religion in Japan
- COMM 3301 TOJA: Intercultural Communication and Leadership
Scholarships
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CIEE offers more than $8 million in 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
- CIEE Gilman Go Global Grant
To be considered, submit the CIEE Scholarships & Grants application within your CIEE program application. Learn more at the Scholarships & Grants section of our website.
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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.
YOUR FEE INCLUDES:
- Tuition
- Housing
- Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
- Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
- Orientation – an introduction to Japanese culture, your academic program, and the city, plus practical information about living in your host city
- Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
- Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
- Excursions and/or Study Tours
- Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext
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24/7 emergency on-site support
No Hidden Fees
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| Summer 2019 6 weeks | Deadline Passed | Jul 1, 2019 | Aug 10, 2019 |
$8,150
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Program FeesCIEE 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 insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $5,388 ** Housing = $2,295 Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $8,150Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $800 International Airfare = $1,700 † Local Transportation = $100 Books & Supplies = $100 Personal expenses = $900 †† Total Estimated Costs = $3,600Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students † round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure †† includes local cell phone rental fees ($10 for duration of program), but does not include usage fees |
| Summer 2020 6 weeks | Apr 1, 2020 | Jul 1, 2020* | Aug 12, 2020* |
*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, ask your college or university study abroad advisor if your school charges additional fees for study abroad.
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Our Staff
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Darren Biggs
Interim Director
Darren has a B.A. in Media Arts with a minor in Asian Studies from University of Arizona, and a M.A. in Global Studies from Sophia University.
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Aya Masumoto
Program Coordinator
Aya Masumoto has a B.A. in International Studies from Kyoai Gakuen University.
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