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Kansai Gaidai in Japan (tuition exchange) (Outgoing Program) Featured

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  • Locations: Hirakata, Japan
  • Program Terms: Academic Year, Fall, Spring, Summer
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Restrictions: WWC applicants only
Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Summer 2024 05/01/2024 05/22/2024 TBA TBA
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Minimum GPA: 3.0 Class Eligibility: 1. Second Semester Sophomore, 3. Junior, 4. Senior (First Semester Only)
Credits: 12-18 Housing: Dorm, Host Family
Language of Instruction: English, Japanese Program Affiliation: WWC Program (Exchange)
Program Type: Study Abroad Academic Focus: Language and Culture, Multiple Academic Disciplines
Program Description:

Japan: Kansai Gaidai University

Japan Brochure PhotoSituated between Kyoto and Osaka, the university offers a strong Asian Studies program particularly suited to students seeking experience in a Japanese milieu. Students are offered options for language study, as well as an immersion in Japanese culture, language, business, history and the arts. Many courses are taught in English. Home stays are possible and some scholarships are available through the university.  Visit Kansai Gaidai’s Asian Studies website for more information.  Applicants must possess a 3.0 GPA and a demonstrated interest in Japanese culture.

In addition to Warren Wilson academic tuition, students studying abroad on exchange programs should expect to pay an additional $1,500 - $5,500 for travel, housing, and meals.  Students should also inquire about their eligibility to receive funding support from International Programs Office towards their travel and housing expenses on this program. Most student are eligible to receive between $500-$2,000. There is a $75 non-refundable application fee and an international program fee of $450.