Program |
Duration |
Start/End Dates |
Tuition |
Availability |
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| Semester High School Program - Fall | About 5 months | August 2012 - February 2013 | $12,000 | Apply now | Read More + |
Age Range:
15 years 0 months - 17 years 11 monthsBirth Date Range:
09/24/94 - 08/24/97Travel Dates:
Aug 19-22, 2012 - Feb 2-5, 2013Application Deadline: March 15, 2012
Japan Semester High School Program – Fall Departure
A semester in Japan offers enough time to really understand the workings of Japanese culture. Live with a host family and attend a high school in your local host community.
Japanese society places high value on education, so your academic experience will be rigorous. One interesting difference at school in Japan is the “souji,” where all students take part in cleaning the school. You will probably wear a school uniform, which AFS will help you purchase secondhand if possible. Be ready to get peddling, as most students commute to school on bike, often several kilometers a day!
Your local chapter may organize activities throughout the semester, which may include parties or excursions to other cities or regions in Japan. Also, over the course of your program, AFS staff and volunteers will meet with you at orientations to evaluate your experience and help with your cultural adjustment.
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| Year High School Program - Spring | About 11 months | March 2012 - February 2013 | $13,000 | Closed | Read More + |
Age Range:
15 years 0 months - 17 years 11 monthsBirth Date Range:
04/20/94 - 03/20/97Travel Dates:
Mar 16-19, 2012 - Feb 3-6, 2013Application Deadline Extended! Apply by November 15, 2011
Japan Year High School Program – Spring Departure
One of our most popular study abroad programs, the year program to Japan offers an unparalleled opportunity to dive into Japanese culture and live with a host family, while attending high school in your local community.
Japanese society places high value on education, so your academic experience will be rigorous. One interesting difference at school in Japan is the “souji,” where all students take part in cleaning the school. You will probably wear a school uniform, which AFS will help you purchase secondhand if possible. Be ready to get peddling, as most students commute to school on bike, often several kilometers a day!
Your local chapter may organize activities throughout the year, which may include parties or excursions to other cities or regions in Japan. Also, over the course of your program, AFS staff and volunteers will meet with you at orientations to evaluate your experience and help with your cultural adjustment.
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About Japan
From the ritual tea ceremonies and graceful gardens and shrines to the world’s first high-speed train and modern skyscrapers, you’ll discover an innovative society steeped in ancient culture. Japan’s most recognized national holiday is New Year’s and is celebrated for three to four days. The Japanese people keep active and entertained, participating in activities like kendo (Japanese fencing), kabuki, Noh theater, and even baseball.
Please Note: Travel date ranges are provided to help with general scheduling. Please do not reserve any domestic travel based on these dates. AFS will notify confirmed participants with specific travel details approximately 45 days prior to departure. Programs, prices, and travel dates are subject to change without notice.