Academic Credit
Earn credit for Japanese language immersion.
Elizabethtown College has approved for academic credit courses taught at KCP International Japanese Language School. You can earn one year or more of language credit (either semester or quarter) each KCP semester term.
COURSE HOURS AND CREDITS
| Course | Semester program | Summer Short Term program | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester credits | Quarter credits | Semester credits | Quarter credits | |
| Japanese Language | ||||
| Credits | 12 | 18 | 10 | 15 |
| Classroom hours | 200 | 200 | 165 | 165 |
| Japanese Culture and Civilization | ||||
| Credits | 2 | 4 | N/A | N/A |
| Classroom hours | 25 | 25 | Approx. 10 | Approx. 10 |
| Excursion hours | 35 | 35 | Approx. 20 | Approx. 20 |
KCP courses have been approved for credit by this university but it is up to each student to determine transferability of credit by your home school before you attend the program.
Incidentals:
- Extended term is two KCP semesters; academic year is three KCP semesters. Japanese Language course credit is awarded based on the multiple of terms. For more, see Terms of Study.
- The Japanese Culture and Civilization course is offered only during a student’s first term of study.
In the first week of class, you choose from three grading options: Grade (four-point scale), Pass/Fail, or Audit. For most study-abroad and transfer credits, choosing “Grade” will not affect a student’s cumulative GPA. Students choosing “Audit” will fully participate in the course but do not earn academic credit.
KCP Grade Report
KCP International uses the following information to report your grades to Elizabethtown College. Elizabethtown College decides how these credits will be evaluated or work towards your major or minor.
Course Names and Numbers
| Level | Title | Course | Credit | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Intensive Japanese I | 110 | 12 | |
| 2 | Intensive Japanese II | 210 | 12 | |
| 3 | Intensive Japanese III | 310 | 12 | |
| 4 | Intensive Japanese IV | 410 | 12 | |
| 5 | Intensive Japanese V | 420 | 12 | |
| 6 | Intensive Japanese VI | 430 | 12 | |
| Japanese Culture and Civilization | 315 | 2 | ||
As a KCP Affiliate University, Elizabethtown College offers academic credit for the KCP program to students who are enrolled within its school.
Ranked consistently among the top institutions in the North by U.S. News and World Report, Elizabethtown College offers its 1900 students 53 majors and more than 80 minors and concentrations in the liberal arts, sciences and professional studies. A 13:1 student-to-faculty ratio and average class size of 25 provides students with meaningful interactions with professors, 90% of whom hold a Ph.D. or terminal degree in their field. Encouraged, challenged and supported by these engaging faculty, students become involved in experiential learning opportunities that include research, internships and off-campus study.
In addition, the Elizabethtown College Honors Program provides an opportunity for top achievers to enjoy enhanced learning opportunities with faculty scholars. These students are eligible for an academic and professional development stipend to be used for field trips, research, professional affiliations or information technology to support their work.
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Testimonials
The homestay experience is a great way to see Japanese daily life and to become a part of it. I had to give up some independence and take part in my family (including curfews, chores, etc.), but was completely worth it. For using my language, it was great.
—Scott Cook