AFS offers year, semester, and summer programs to destinations throughout Japan. AFS is currently offering hundreds of scholarships for students flexible with their country choice and ready for an adventure.

Japan is where ancient gods and centuri

Location:

Tokyo, Japan

Program Type:

Intensive Language

Degree Level:

Undergraduate

Duration:

1-3 months, 4-6 months, 1 year

Language:

Japanese

Program Overview

Program Description:

AFS (formerly the American Field Service) is a leader in intercultural learning and offers international exchange programs in more than 40 countries around the world. We've been exchanging students throughout the world for 60 years. That is six decades of history and experience in international education with an exemplary record of safety, security, and service to students, parents, and educators.

AFS Mission: AFS-USA works toward a more just and peaceful world by providing international and intercultural learning experiences to individuals, families, schools, and communities through a global volunteer partnership.

AFS offers year, semester, and summer programs to destinations throughout Japan. AFS is currently offering hundreds of scholarships for students flexible with their country choice and ready for an adventure.

日本是古神和悠久的customs meet cutting-edge modern life and an innovative society. From the ritual tea ceremonies and graceful gardens and shrines to the world's first high-speed train and modern skyscrapers, you'll discover your own Japan... Japanese students are very dedicated to their school work and the extra curricular activities which are offered. Some of the activities include drama, social issues, school paper, photography, chemistry, and tea ceremony. The grading system in Japan is different compared to the typical letter grading system in the U.S. take a look at how the Japanese students are graded. Outstanding: 5 Good: 4 Average: 3 Poor: 2 Fail: 1

Colleges recommend high school study abroad experiences - as these programs provide the opportunity to develop confidence and self-reliance before pursuing higher education. In addition, after exploring the world you may have a clearer vision of what you'd like to study in college. As a result, you may spend less time switching majors, which means you'll save time and money. An exchange program also boosts college applications and gives you an immediate advantage when applying for scholarships.

Plus, the language skills you develop on an AFS program might exempt you from required language courses, thus enabling you to finish college sooner. Some students have received as much as 18 hours language credit-almost enough to provide a minor in language and a huge financial savings when you figure the cost of credits.

Setting Description:

Did you know that Japan's most recognized national holiday is New Year's and is celebrated with three to four days of well-wishing among families and friends? From the expansive Yokohama Bridge connecting Tokyo to Yokohama, to kendo (Japanese fencing), to kabuki and Noh theater, to a passion for baseball, Japan never ceases to amaze. Sakura (cherry blossoms) are often associated with Japan and represent new beginnings for the Japanese. Studying in this unique island nation can be your own new beginning.