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Locations: Kyoto, Japan
Program Terms: Fall, Full Year Exchange, Spring
Homepage: Click to visit
Program Sponsor: CIEE

Dates / Deadlines:

Dates / Deadlines:
Term	Year	App Deadline	Decision Date	Start Date	End Date
Spring	2028	02/15/2027 **	Rolling Admission	TBA	TBA
Full Year Exchange	2027-2028	02/15/2027	02/16/2027	TBA	TBA
Fall	2027	05/01/2027	05/01/2027	09/05/2027	12/20/2027
** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.

Fact Sheet:

Fact Sheet:
Language of Instruction:	English, Japanese	Minimum GPA:	2.5

Program Description:

Ancient + Modern Japan

Kyoto, Japan

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Program Overview

Your Ancient + Modern Japan program in Kyoto lasts 12 weeks and is designed for students interested in Japanese culture. You will enroll in a combination of CIEE courses and courses taught online through CIEE's global academic partner, ASU. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Japanese culture. Live and learn in Kyoto!

Unique Experiences

Be Entranced by the Zen Rock Garden of Ryoanji Temple

and take in the dazzling Golden Temple and the more serene Silver Temple

Soak in Kyoto's depth with its rich cultural, religious, and artistic traditions dating back more than 1,200 years.

Engage with the Local Community

using skills gained through CIEE language and culture courses.

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Your Destination

Kyoto is Japan's cultural heart, renowned for its rich history, serene temples, and beautiful traditional architecture. The city, once the capital of Japan, offers a unique blend of ancient traditions and modern influences, with iconic landmarks like Kinkaku-ji (the Golden Pavilion) and Fushimi Inari Shrine. Its scenic gardens, traditional tea houses, and vibrant festivals provide a truly immersive experience in Japanese culture. Whether you're studying language, history, the arts, or religious studies, Kyoto is the perfect place to study abroad.

Housing

CIEE Kyoto offers diverse housing options to ensure you're comfortable in?your home away from home. From apartments or hotels within 20 minutes of the study center to homestays a train and/or bus ride away, your?accommodation preferences will be met. Additionally, all housing options?are?located in?neighborhoods with convenient access to public transportation, shops, cafés, and eateries.

View CIEE's program page for additional housing information.

Program Highlights

Academic Courses: Take CIEE courses that offer in-depth insight into the language and culture of Japan at CIEE Kyoto.
Optional Internship Placements: Enhance your program with an optional for-credit internship that aligns with your career aspirations.
Immersive Experiences: Participate in visits to palaces, temples, museums, theaters, and more that bring your classroom studies to life.
Academic Projects: Enroll in an optional for-credit academic project that aligns with your goals, qualifications, resume, and availability of placements.

Activities

CIEE’s excursions and cultural activities in Kyoto will open doors for you to explore Japan's rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.

Samples of past excursions and activities:

Travel to the summit of Mt. Hiei to view all of Kyoto, Lake Biwa, and Enryakuji Temple
Visit the nearby city of Nara, home of Nara deer park, the Great Buddha Hall of Todaiji Temple, and the Kasuga Grand Shrine
Shop for traditional Kyoto sweets, pickles, and other goodies at Nishiki Market

Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.

Academics

CIEE Kyoto: Study in the upscale office district of Karasuma Oike – a 15-minute walk from the city's main shopping street, Nijo Castle, Kamo River, and the former Imperial Palace. CIEE Kyoto features classrooms, a student lounge, a student life office, and an academic advising office.

Arizona State University (ASU): Brought to you by CIEE in partnership with ASU, enhance your international coursework with online classes that align with your degree requirements. ASU offers thousands of online courses in asynchronous 7.5-week sessions that fit within the CIEE academic calendar.

View CIEE's program page for additional academic information, eligibility requirements, and courses.

1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!

GAIN Travel Grants - Up to $1,500 toward travel costs guaranteed to students with a FAFSA SAI of $10,000 or less. Higher should still apply!

Gilman Go Global Grants - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $1,000 guaranteed to Benjamin A Gilman International Scholarship applicants.

Merit-Based Scholarships - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $750/summer awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

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What's Included

Tuition
Housing
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Orientation – an introduction to your academic program, plus practical information about living in your host city
Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
Excursions and/or Study Tours
Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext Travel Protection
24/7 emergency on-site support

Why CIEE

200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
$8 million in scholarships offered each year
1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
Study tours and cultural activities included
Internships and volunteering opportunities
Rigorous academics
Cultural immersion
iNext Travel Protection included

Questions?

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