Japan

Seinan Gakuin University

Seinan Gakuin University was founded in 1916. "Seinan" literally means "southwest" as the University is located in southwestern Japan. Fukuoka, the university's hometown, is located on the coast with nice beaches. Some 7,530 students attending Seinan Gakuin. Fifteen percent of the full-time SGU faculty are non-Japanese.

Eligibility Requirements

2.5 on a 4.0 scale

Tuition and Expenses*

Tuition and fees: waived
Room and board: paid to Seinan
Off-campus fee: $483
Administrative fee $350
Insurance: $1,181**

*NOTE: fees are subject to change
**May be waived with proof of own insurance and completion of waiver form

Room and Board

The University has a number of apartments within walking distance to the campus
Self-catering

Courses Available

(All course work in English)
Advanced Japanese
Beginning Japanese
History of Japan
Intercultural Communication
Intermediate Japanese
Japanese Business Management
Japanese Culture
Japanese Literature
Japanese Psychology and Society
Japanese Politics
Natural World of Japan
Religion
Traditional Culture in Japan

Program Duration: Fall, September to December. Spring, January to May (Previous Japanese study required).
Application Deadline April 1

If you are interested in applying or want to know more about how to apply, please visit study abroad policies and procedures by clicking here.

The Office of International Education

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