Description

Osaka is located in central Japan, near the historical cities of Kyoto and Kobe. Osaka is the center of finance, trade and cultural exchange in western Japan, making it the perfect place for students who are interested in studying Japanese business, history, language and society. Osaka is an eclectic blend of the old, the new and the totally unique, since Osaka's ports have linked the city to the rest of the world for the past 1,400 years. Osaka functioned as the nations capital in ancient times, and its distinctive history has given birth to unique types of traditional art, entertainment, and cuisine. Kobe is the sixth largest city in Japan and is a prominent port city. Located between the sea and the Rokko mountain range, Kobe is considered one of Japans most attractive cities. USAC students can also broaden their East Asia focus through additional study of the language and society of Korea and China at the Kwansei Gakuin University. The university offers these programs in hopes of promoting a better understanding of the cultural, social and economic aspects of Japan and its neighbors.

Highlights

Students can choose from a wide range of courses including Japan studies, Japanese language and culture studies and China and Korea studies. The relaxing Kwansei Gakuin University campus that students attend for a semester or year is surrounded by hills, trees and streams in this unique, historical city. Homestays with traditional and non-traditional local families allow students to obtain an insider's perspective into Japanese life. Fieldwork opportunities in China and Korea, along with field trips and internships enrich each student's experience outside of the classroom by working and exploring Asia hands-on.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

Semester: USD 6,880 ; Year: USD 13,760

Program Fees Include:

Tuition and fees; housing assistance; personalized pre-departure advising; immigration visa assistance; parental support and advisement; financial aid/scholarship advising and assistance; transcript assistance; student health insurance; Kwansei Gakuin University mandatory orientation in Osaka.

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Scholarships are Available

Requirements vary. Please contact USAC.

Typically The Application Process Time is

One week

University Studies Abroad Consortium's Mission Statement

We are a nonprofit consortium of 33 U.S. universities offering quality study abroad programs for the past 30 years. USAC helps arrange everything for students like housing, internships, field study courses and more; from the point you apply, to your arrival and stay, to your transcript upon return, USAC will be there for you. The mission of the University Studies Abroad Consortium is to provide students with the opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills, experiences and attitudes to prepare them for the global society of the 21st century. We believe study abroad is the most effective way to accomplish these goals.

Year Founded

1982