OpenFieldCenter for Japanese Studies (CJS) Intensive Language & Culture Fellowship
Globally famous intensive Japanese study program featuring 15 hours of weekly language immersion, cultural arts seminars (tea ceremony, calligraphy), and local homestays.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Enrolled college student or bachelor's degree with 3.0+ GPA
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 80 (open to all Japanese levels from beginner to advanced)
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Academic transcript, Japanese language background sheet, and personal statement
- Recommendation letters
- Two academic letters from university professors
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- ¥100,000 monthly JASSO scholarship stipend plus homestay fee assistance
- Application fee
- ¥20,000 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- ¥420,000 per semester
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- November 15, 2026
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Nanzan University (Nagoya Campus) documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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