Government Study Abroad Programs in Asia

Nishinomiya is located near Osaka and Kobe. Osaka is known as Western Japan’s center of cultural exchange, trade, and finance. Kobe is situated strategically between the Rokko mountain range and the north shore of Osaka Bay. Both cities make for a beautiful setting to hone your knowledge of East Asia. The Nishinomiya program involves studies focused on Japan and its society, culture, and language. Broaden your understanding of East Asia as well through additional Korean or Chinese language and society study. For a semester or academic year, gain a better understanding of Japan’s (as well as its neighboring countries) religious, cultural, political, economic, and social aspects. Classes are small, a broad selection of activities on and off campus are available, and the homestay program is well-established. Featuring rich historical and cultural heritage amidst a diverse environment, Japan produces one of the world’s most distinctive societies. Explore the country academically, within the larger context of East Asia, through the Japan and East Asia Studies Program (JEASP) at the Kwansei Gakuin University.

Traveling and seeing the world doesn’t necessarily mean taking a break from your studies. Study abroad with AIFS and broaden your academic knowledge while learning about foreign cultures! Serving more than 1.5 million students since 1964, AIFS is a recognized provider of study abroad programs. We offer a broad range of unique programs in the Americas, South Africa, Europe, Australia, and Asia. And you don’t even have to be proficient in a foreign language to join because most AIFS campuses conduct courses in English or other foreign languages across all levels. AIFS offers all-inclusive program fees, making it simple for students to experience everything the world has to offer while living and studying abroad! Most of all, we guarantee their safety and welfare anywhere they are.

Spend your summer studying abroad in Shanghai at Fudan University, constantly ranked among the top three universities in China. The Fudan International Summer School, in partnership with us, provides an unparalleled opportunity to study at a leading university in one of the most fascinating cities in the country. Over the four-week program, take courses in Social Sciences, Humanities, Business, and the Chinese language for college credit while living right on campus with students from around the globe. This program is open to students with a 2.75 GPA and minimum sophomore standing at a two-year or four-year institution.

Explore the social impact of rapid economic development. What’s it like to watch a city develop at an unprecedented pace? Shanghai is the place to find out. Explore this cosmopolitan metropolis as you dig into sustainable urbanization, economic reform, Chinese politics, foreign policy, public health policy, or traditional Chinese medicine. Boost your language skills by teaming up with a Chinese university student for a couple of hours of casual practice each week—communication is the key to getting even more from your time in Shanghai.

Spend a semester or year studying abroad in vibrant Tokyo, Japan! More than just the world's most populated city, Tokyo is rich with culture, both past and present. This program will place you right in the heart of Tokyo at Toyo University, a local Japanese university with a global focus. You can choose to study intensive Japanese, take courses alongside locals in Japanese, or choose from dozens of courses taught in English. As a CISabroad participant, you'll enjoy a variety of additional social and cultural activities and excursions put on by our exceptional on-site staff.

IES Abroad partners with Yonsei University, a prestigious private research university in Seoul and a trusted partner of IES Abroad’s Study Abroad Foundation (SAF), to offer the Seoul Direct Enrollment - Yonsei University Program for Fall, Spring, and Academic Year terms. Seoul is a dynamic metropolis where ancient history and modern life converge. And you might have heard that Seoul has been ranked the third “best student city” according to the QS World University Rankings® 2022! Winning factors include a “24/7” culture thanks to night markets, late-night tea houses, and 115 museums; nine major subway (plus bus) lines so everything feels convenient and a population of nearly 10 million people to enjoy all that it has to offer. So picture it: you’re walking across campus at Yonsei University listening to your favorite K-Pop songs, hoppang (steamed bun) from a pojangmacha (street cart) in hand, ready to take on the day in bustling Seoul.

Launch your global career with Go Abroad China’s Paid Internship Program. Since 2003, we have connected over 4,000 international students and professionals from 50+ countries to high-impact, paid positions across China’s leading economic hubs. Our exclusive network guarantees access to 2,000+ internships at Fortune 500 companies, multinational corporations, and innovative startups across 20+ sectors, including business, finance, marketing, engineering, and IT. No prior Mandarin is required for many English-speaking roles. We provide a complete, stress-free experience with all-inclusive packages covering visa support, accommodation, airport pickup, orientation, and cultural activities. With dedicated career mentoring, 90% of our alumni secure jobs within three months. Choose your own start date for programs from one month to a full year, and let us tailor an internship to match your goals, skills, and budget.

Study at one of Asia's most prestigious and multicultural universities—Korea University—with API! Not only do students have a vast array of subject areas to choose from, but they also have easy access to Seoul just outside the classroom. A perfect blend of modern and traditional, the vibrant capital city offers students unique cultural exposure to grand palaces, delicious street food, and the dynamic K-pop music scene. Come and explore Korea and immerse yourself while gaining a top-tier educational experience! Students in Seoul stay in housing near campus in dorm-style accommodations with double occupancy bedrooms and semi-private bathrooms. Internet is included along with in-building laundry facilities. The availability of single rooms is very limited and may cost an additional fee.

Our Japan summer program lets students experience the Land of the Rising Sun with hands-on courses in the heart of Osaka, plus day & weekend trips to Tokyo, Kyoto, Nara, Himeji, Yokohama, and Hiroshima! Students explore Japan from the feudal period to the modern day. Our instructors are experts in Japanese culture and language, and are committed to providing students with a safe and unique abroad experience that they will remember for a lifetime! World Class Programs is a study abroad program that focuses on giving high school students educational, safe, and worldly experiences. This summer study abroad program is designed for students of all academic backgrounds who want to immerse themselves in Japanese culture and lifestyle. In this pre-college program, students will have an array of options for course study, including Eastern History, Manga and Anime Creation, Philosophy, Japanese Language, and Cuisine.

Grab this opportunity to study in South Korea with our non-profit, low-cost, direct study programs. We connect you to university-level, academic-type programs that are available all year round. Choose from weekly, monthly, summer, quarterly, semester, and academic year terms. Plus, stay in low-cost housing on campus or in nearby areas. Overall, avoid expensive, for-profit programs and register directly with a school in South Korea. After successful completion, you will earn academic credits that are transferable to your home school. These study abroad programs are open to students worldwide. See more details on the NPSA website. Use this website to review and book your study abroad program in South Korea.

Are you a student or young professional looking to enhance your career prospects through international work experience and hands-on learning? At Intern Abroad HQ, we help students and young professionals turn career aspirations into reality. We organize affordable internships in 20 destinations across 24 career fields that are tailored to meet each individual’s academic, professional, or personal requirements. With over 200 internship programs across Europe, Asia, Africa, Central America and South America to choose from, and options to intern from 2 weeks to 6 months either full-time or part-time, in-country or virtually, we facilitate career-enhancing experiences that work for you, not just the host organization. Intern Abroad HQ is proudly brought to you by the team behind International Volunteer HQ. We have collectively supported over 120,000 program participants since 2007 and are the only B Corp certified provider in our field.

Meet the elephants of Cambodia’s Keo Seima Wildlife Sanctuary. Spend your summer alongside endangered Asian elephants while studying their ecology and behavior in a semi-captive rehabilitation environment. Examine human-wildlife conflict and conservation approaches, and discuss elephant welfare and management practices. This program includes two weeks at the SFS Center in Siem Reap, with trips to the vibrant capital city of Phnom Penh and the ancient temples of Angkor to learn about the history and culture of Cambodia.

A transformative two-week summer programme for motivated students aged 15-18, built around the art of communication, storytelling, and public speaking. Through a blend of theory and practice, small-group collaboration, and personal coaching, participants learn to shape powerful ideas and deliver them with clarity, confidence, and presence. The experience culminates in each student presenting their own TED-style talk to a live audience, captured on video. Why choose TED Summer School? Great communicators don’t just inform, they inspire action. TED Summer School offers ambitious students a rigorous, high-support environment to master the skills that make ideas resonate: clear structure, compelling narrative, evidence, voice, presence, and visual design. Beyond the talk, participants leave with a toolkit they can use across essays, interviews, leadership roles, and academic or professional pursuits. Locations: London, New York, Singapore

Immerse yourself in a new language, intern abroad, or explore a different part of the world. CET’s gap programs offer the opportunity to join college-level courses overseas or online. Whether you're mastering Chinese in Beijing, volunteering while living with a host family in Siena, or creating art in a studio in Osaka, CET blends academics with real-world experience. Designed around experiential learning, deep cultural engagement, and academic rigor, CET programs turn education into something more than just earning college credit.

Help Bakas Village implement the Bali Governor’s vision to eliminate plastic, and for Bakas Village to lead the way to a plastic-free future for the planet. Bakas Bersih (Clean Bakas), our project to collaborate with Bakas Village community members in eliminating plastic, aligns with Bali’s Governor I Wayan Koster’s mission to clean up Bali and eliminate plastic. Bakas Village's transition to a plastic-free community will set an example for the rest of Bali, Indonesia, and the world, and outline a set of procedures for other villages to eliminate waste. Eliminating plastic in Bakas Village is a multi-disciplinary, comprehensive, immersive project in community building and community management. Disciplines that are required and combined in this program: - Culture, religion, and society - Environmental and social sustainability - Urban planning and design - Innovation and entrepreneurship - Public administration - Product development Participants can apply for one semester or multiple 12-week semesters. Bakas Village awards the Professional Certificate to those who complete three semesters and the Advanced Professional Certificate to those who complete six semesters.