Snapshot
Dig into learning and life in Tokyo.
A fast view of KCP’s intensive Japanese language immersion program.
| Courses | Intensive Japanese Language (levels 1–6) Japanese Culture and Civilization |
|---|---|
| Terms of Study | Semester (2½ months)—most common Extended Semester (2 semesters—5 months) Academic Year (3 semesters—7½ months) Summer Short Term (7–8 weeks) |
| Lodging | Dormitory with Americans, Japanese, and other nationals Homestay with Japanese family (includes breakfast, dinner) Independent lodging |
| Cost |
Dorm portion of cost (semester)—$3800 Homestay portion of cost (semester)—$4400 See Costs. |
| Instruction method | Language— full immersion (Japanese only in all class levels, though conversation groups allow English, for clarification) Culture— taught in English; involves trips to spots near and far; optional informal extracurricular activities. |
| Academic credit | For a semester term—Language: 200 hrs / 12 semester credits / 18 quarter credits Culture: 60 hours / 2 semester credits / 4 quarter credits |
| Average class size | Language course: 20 students |
Testimonials
Utami-san and Tanaka-san are very helpful and always check up on us to make sure we are on task! I’m very grateful that there are English support services to help us with or questions and problems.
—Amanda Wang