Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE) at Sophia University, in Tokyo, Japan
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The CIEE program at Sophia University, in Tokyo, Japan is a private, Jesuit institution offering an extensive curriculum in English and Japanese.
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Students take courses at the Faculty of Comparative Culture, which offers both Japanese language at many levels and courses taught in English in a wide range of disciplines including Japanese and Asian Studies, economics and international business, international relations, political science, art history, literature, religion, philosophy, anthropology and sociology.
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Required field trips enable students to learn more about Japanese culture, business, and politics, encompassing visits to companies, factories, government agencies, museums, shrines, theatre, and local festivals. Social activities are organized with Japanese students.
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Housing is provided in homestays with Japanese families throughout the semester and includes breakfast and dinner with the family, Monday through Friday, and three meals on both Saturday and Sunday.
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Eligibility: Coursework in Asia n Studies highly recommended. At least one semester of Japanese required. Note: Spring Semester: mid-March to late July.
Council on International Edcuational Exchange (CIEE) | 800-407-8839 | Fax: 207-553-4299 | studyinfo@ciee.org





