International Christian University Summer Program

City: Mitaka, Tokyo Country: Japan

Overview

Earn 5 credits by taking the Japanese Language Module (Japanese 1 or 2) and Japan Studies Module.
2027 Program theme: Let Us Raise Our Eyes to the Sky.
Enhance your Japanese skills while immersing yourself in Japan’s culture, history, and traditions.
Participate in lectures, discussions, cultural activities, and excursions while staying in an on-campus dorm.

BROCHURE 2027

When Can I Go?

Term Offered: Summer

Program Dates: July 5 - 30, 2027

U of A Application Status: Open
Deadline: February 1, 2027

Partner Application Status: Opening December 1, 2026
Deadline: March 1, 2027 local time

Eligibility Requirements

Open to: Those from all faculties who are currently enrolled as degree-seeking students in, or have graduated from, a college or university as of the first day of the program, and have an academic interest in Japan.

Level: Undergraduate, Graduate

GPA: 3.0

Program Criteria:

University students or graduates aged 18 or above
A minimum Japanese language level of pre-intermediate is required by the start of the program (completed CEFR A2.1; equivalent to ICU J2 level).

This is roughly equivalent to those students who have completed the first volume of an elementary Japanese textbook and progressed well into the second volume, such as:初級日本語げんき 2 GENKI: An Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese
みんなの日本語初級2 Minna no Nihongo Shokyu
なかま NAKAMA 2
English proficiency sufficient to participate in courses taught in English (TOEFL iBT 79 / IELTS 6.0 recommended)

*Students whose university curriculum does not reach the expected level by the application deadline may still apply by submitting a completion certificate for JF IRODORI Japanese online course A2-1, a free online self-study course available upon registration.
*Complete beginners with no prior study are not eligible.

Eligibility.

Ideal for Students In:

East Asian Studies
Linguistics
International Studies
Business

Fees & Costs

Nomination Fee: $250 CAD

Program Fee: LINK
May include:

tuition (5 units)
on-campus dormitory fees
administrative costs
textbooks
Admission fees for extracurricular activities

Program Information

Language of Instruction: English, Japanese

Key Features:

Learn from ICU professors across diverse fields, including culture, history, economics, psychology, art, and the environment.
Participate in hands-on cultural activities and field trips to deepen your understanding of Japanese traditions.
Gain unique insights into Japan through engaging lectures and discussions.
Optional “にほんご文法” classes to improve Japanese grammar skills.

Program Checklist

ICU Checklist

Please note that checklists are updated as information is received and are in draft copy until that point.

International Christian University Credit Information

Housing

Participants stay in the ICU on-campus dormitory:

Two students per room (beds, desks, air conditioning).
Shared restrooms, kitchen, and showers.
Students may opt for off-campus housing at the time of application (reduced housing fee applies).

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