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Japan
Waseda University
From the Imperial Palace to the skyscrapers of Japan, Inc., Tokyo is home
to more than 11 million people and a dynamic confluence
of commerce, culture, and industry.
Tucked among the city’s thriving financial, industrial
and entertainment districts are smaller neighborhoods
with narrow streets, wooden houses, and
handicraft shops, each with a flavor and history all its own.
Though Tokyo is densely populated, it offers pockets of calm
in beautiful parks and gardens, quiet residential streets, and
tranquil temples and shrines. Tokyo provides a
rich and exciting learning environment.
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Japanese Language and International Liberal Studies at Waseda University
The Japanese Language and International Liberal Studies program at Waseda University offers you the opportunity to improve your Japanese language ability while at the same time completing a range of English language-based coursework to fulfill required and elective credits at your home institution. In addition to intensive Japanese language classes, you can choose from a wide variety of courses taught in English, including regionally-focused courses in history, economics, literature, communications and political science as well as general courses in biology, mathematics and business.
Depending on how many classes you take, you should receive approximately the same amount of credit for your time in Japan as you would being a full-time student in Oregon. You will be registered at your home campus in the OUS and will receive credit from that institution. Consult with your academic advisor and Campus Contact to determine how coursework done in Japan will integrate with your home campus curriculum requirements.
The OUS requires that you attend the day-long pre-departure orientation that covers the academic, administrative, financial and cultural information necessary for successful participation
Waseda University
Since 1882, Waseda University has been one of Japan’s premier private universities. Now, with over 47,000 students at its three main campuses, Waseda has maintained its strong academic reputation. Oregon students attend courses at the Waseda University’s School for International Liberal Studies with Japanese students and international students from other U.S., European and Asian universities. Outside of class, students are encouraged to join social and sports clubs, a mainstay of the Japanese university experience. To compliment the students’ academic program, the Oregon Study Center at Waseda and the School for International Liberal Studies also provide optional trips to sites of interest in Tokyo and Japan. The Waseda University website is
http://www.waseda.ac.jp/cie/international.html.
Housing
Living with a Japanese host family is the best way to gain exposure to daily life in Japan as well as improve and develop Japanese language skills. Many of our host families have been welcoming Oregon students into their homes for years. Host families are carefully selected and are in frequent communication with the OUS Program Associate. Commuting is a way of life in Tokyo and students are provided with a transportation pass as part of the program cost. While this is primarily a homestay program, limited dormitory spaces may be available in special circumstances.
On-site Support
While in Tokyo, you will receive assistance from the OUS full-time resident Program Associate as well as the staff of Waseda’s Center for International Education. In addition, an OUS faculty member teaches in the School for International Liberal Studies and serves as the program’s Resident Director during the fall and/or spring semesters.
Important Dates
Application Deadlines
Oct. 15, 2006 Spring semester 2007
Feb. 1, 2007 Fall semester 2007 or academic year
Orientations
Nov. 18, 2006 Spring semester 2007
May 19, 2007 Fall semester 2007 or academic year
Program Dates
Fall Semester 2006 (Fall semester 2007 will be similar)
Sept. 16- Feb. 5 (fall and winter terms)
Spring Semester 2007 (tentative)
April 12 - July 21
Academic Year (tentative)
Sept. 16 - July 21
Program Cost
The Oregon University System (OUS) seeks to make the Waseda University exchange program as affordable and accessible as possible. For the 2007-2008 academic year, the program fee for resident undergraduates is $9,126 for fall semester (fall/winter terms), $6,218 for spring semester, and $15,997 for the academic year. Program costs for the 2008-09 academic year will be set in May 2008. The program fees for non-residents are higher.
The program fee includes:
‡ Academic and administrative fees
‡ Housing and a meal allowance
‡ On-site support
‡ Orientation expenses
‡ Health and accident insurance
The program fee does not include airfare, visa fees, your campus-based fees and personal expenses such as local transportation, textbooks, laundry, recreation (including travel), personal supplies and incidental expenses. See http://oregonabroad.ous.edu for an estimate of comprehensive costs.
Funding
You can finance your exchange program in Japan in many ways. There are many generous scholarships for study in Japan for which you may apply. A listing of available local and national scholarships can be found at http://oregonabroad.ous.edu in addition to links to resources on your campus. Most forms of financial aid, such as grants and loans for which you are eligible on your home campus, may be applied to the program. Veteran’s benefits may also be applied.
Eligibility
This program is open to undergraduate students in any major. To be eligible, you must meet these minimum requirements by the time you participate:
‡ No less than a 3.00 cumulative GPA and sophomore standing
‡ A minimum of one year or the equivalent of college level Japanese study
You may obtain an application form and instructions from the international education office on your campus (see Campus Contacts) or at http://oregonabroad.ous.edu. Early application is encouraged.
Internship Option
Earn academic credit while gaining professional experience… in Japan!
IE3 Global Internships provide a unique opportunity to deepen your understanding of Japanese culture and enhance your résumé.
Positions are available in Japan and throughout Asia as early as the summer following your program. For more information talk to your study abroad advisor or visit http://ie3global.oregonstate.edu/ie3.
OUS Campus Contacts
Eastern Oregon University
Miki Goodall
Study Abroad, Inlow Hall 113
La Grande, OR 97850
mgoodall@eou.edu
(541) 962-3237
Oregon Institute of Technology
Mark Clark or Julianne Murray
LRC 219 (Mark) or LRC 211 (Julianne)
Klamath Falls, OR 97601
clarkm@oit.edu or murrayj@oit.edu
(541) 885-1880 (Mark) or (541) 885-1677 (Julianne)
Oregon State University and
OUS International Programs Office
Theresa Cuenca
International Programs, Snell Hall 444
Corvallis, OR 97331
theresa.cuenca@ous.edu
(541) 737-6481
Portland State University
Alyse Collins or Todd Waddell
International Affairs, East Hall 101
632 SW Hall, P.O. Box 751, Portland, OR 97207
ayc@pdx.edu
todd.waddell@ous.edu
(503) 725-8256 (Alyse) or (503) 725-5309 (Todd)
Southern Oregon University
Jennifer Yockey
International Programs, Stevenson Union 321
Ashland, OR 97520
yockeyj@sou.edu
(541) 552-6336
University of Oregon
Cari Vanderkar
International Programs, Oregon Hall 330
Eugene, OR 97403
cvanderk@uoregon.edu
(541) 346-3207
Western Oregon University
Michele V. Price
Study Abroad and International Exchanges, APS 501
Monmouth, OR 97361
studyabroad@wou.edu
(503) 838-8905
