Description

Western Washington University and KCP International Language Institute is pleased to be able to offer a unique opportunity to learn more about Japan, its language, people and culture. Our programs are open to all English-speaking students in good class standing as well as post-graduates and adults. Many Asians from other countries study at KCP as well. KCP's strength is our attention to superior language instruction: carefully integrated language immersion and culture exploration. This program is ideal for the student who wants to gain proficiency in the Japanese language in a short period of time.

Studying with a diverse student body from around the world contributes to the experience. In today's climate of global understanding, it is vital to appreciate cultural practices, political and economic systems, and historical backgrounds of countries different from your own. At KCP International Language Institute, students from many different cultures, with distinct languages and traditions, can learn the Japanese language and culture.. and grow together in their understanding of each other. Many Asian students in the program are genuinely interested in American life and culture, so there is plenty of opportunity for spirited social exchange.

Students pursue two courses at KCP: Intensive Japanese Language and Japanese Culture. In addition to the culture and civilization curriculum, optional educational activities and excursions are arranged throughout each year as extracurricular activities for all KCP students. This will give you and other students from around the world a great opportunity to meet each other in informal, non-classroom settings.

Highlights

Low student-teacher ratio less than 10/1. Language immersion classes taught entirely in Japanese with small-group classes in Japanese (and English as necessary). Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer terms plus short-term and extended programs, at all language levels. Over one and a half years (12 semester hours) of Japanese language credit each term, credit available through Western Washington University. Family homestay, with breakfast and dinners, or private dormitory room. Numerous excursions to many cultural, historical, and political sites in and around Tokyo. Can use student financial aid. All local transportation between lodging and school provided.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Languages

• Japanese

Languages Used as a Medium of Teaching

• Japanese
• English

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

Please see our website

Program Fees Include:

* Tuition and all fees
* Textbooks
* On-site orientation
* Airport-pick-up
* Academic credit
* Homestay or private dormitory with local transportation pass
* Numerous educational excursions and cultural activities in and around Tokyo
* Medical insurance

Credit Available

yes

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

American, European, Canadian, Australian, South African, Kiwi and Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living
• Home-stays
• Independent living
• Apartment/Flat

Participants Travel

Independently

Scholarships are Available

Most forms of financial aid, either state or federal, should apply towards this program. Visit our website for more information.

KCP International Japanese Language School's Mission Statement

KCP provides the serious student with a unique opportunity to achieve proficiency in the Japanese language through total immersion. With a student-teacher ratio of 11 to 1, KCP serves approximately 800 students per year. While most students are from other parts of Asia and all instruction is in Japanese, English-speaking staff provide language support, including special tutorials, as the need arises for our many U.S. students. KCP is a convergence of students, aspiring teachers, interns, and professors. KCP teachers are carefully evaluated for teaching effectiveness and methodology, through a series of interviews and active observations. Tokyo-area university professors teach the new, innovative KCP Japanese-language teacher preparation program-the only one of its kind at a Japanese language institute. In addition, Japanese teachers-in-training from nearby universities serve supervised internships at KCP, to supplement your instruction and provide more interaction.