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Locations: Tokyo, Japan
Program Terms: Academic Year, Fall, Spring
Homepage: Click to visit
Program Sponsor: CIEE

Dates / Deadlines:

Dates / Deadlines:
Term	Year	App Deadline	Decision Date	Start Date	End Date
Spring	2027	10/01/2026	10/01/2026	03/23/2027	07/31/2027
Fall	2027	03/04/2027 **	Rolling Admission	TBA	TBA
** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately 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:
Program Type:	Program Provider	Area of Study:	Anthropology, Art, Art History, Asian Studies, Business, Economics, History, International Relations, Linguistics, Literature, Philosophy, Political Science, Sociology

Program Description:

Arts + Sciences at Sophia University

Tokyo, Japan

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Program Overview

Your Arts + Sciences program in Tokyo lasts a full semester and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will enroll in a combination of CIEE courses and host institution courses. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Japanese culture. Live and learn in Tokyo!

Unique Experiences

Explore beyond the big city and find hidden gems

such as the neighborhoods of Kichijoji and the seaside town of Kamakura

Experience Japanese culture firsthand

when you try your hand at traditional indigo dyeing, make your own plastic food sample, or relax at a tea-making ceremony

Elevate your tastebuds

with 280 Michelin starred restaurants and 5,749 ramen shops to choose from

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Your Destination

Tokyo is Japan's dynamic capital, celebrated for its rich cultural heritage, vibrant arts scene, and groundbreaking innovation in science and technology. The city effortlessly merges centuries-old traditions with cutting-edge modernity, offering everything from historic temples and world-class museums to towering skyscrapers and futuristic design. Whether you're studying the arts or sciences, Tokyo delivers top-tier academics, global perspectives, and endless inspiration. With its lively neighborhoods, diverse cuisine, tranquil parks, and nonstop energy, Tokyo is the perfect place to study abroad.

Housing

CIEE Tokyo offers various housing options, including homestays or residence halls. Typically housing options are located within 30 to 75 minutes of CIEE Tokyo.

View CIEE's program page for additional housing information.

Program Highlights

Academic Courses: Choose from CIEE courses and host institution courses that align with your academic major.
Immersive Experiences: Participate in activities, excursions, study tours, and more that showcase your host city's culture, values, and local art, film, music, cuisine, and sports scenes.
Cultural Projects:?Volunteer with members of the local community, join university clubs to socialize with your peers, and attend local workshops and events to get to know your host city.

Activities

CIEE's excursions and cultural activities in Tokyo 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:

Take an overnight trip to heritage sites where you will immerse yourself in Japanese culture
Find your inner peace in an authentic Zen garden
Enjoy weekend excursions to other regions in Japan, including Tochigi, Gunma, Chiba, Kanagawa, or Yamanashi

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 Tokyo:?Based in Chiyoda City, a central ward in the heart of Tokyo, CIEE Tokyo features a student lounge, a library, a student life office, and an academic advising office.

Sophia University:?Sophia University was founded by Jesuits in 1913, and today, is one of the leading universities in Japan. It welcomes more than 13,000 students, including international students from more than 90 countries. Located in central Tokyo, the Yotsuya campus includes a library, computer labs, faculty and administrative offices, classrooms, and sports grounds.

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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