Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

I love this place! Past Review

By (University of Tampa) - abroad from 10/10/2018 to 03/27/2019 with

KCP International Japanese Language School: Tokyo - Intensive Japanese Language Immersion

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
The ability to be independent, immerse myself successfully in another culture, learn a new language as well as customs and values of another culture, and I learned more about myself as a person as far as personal growth/development.

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 6 months+

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

Although difficult, the staff is friendly and helpful and there are plenty of resources at your disposal.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

My housing was not provided by the school, but it was fantastic.

* Food:

Japanese food is delicious.

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

Japanese people are some of the kindest, friendliest, politest people on the planet. As a foreigner, I feel welcomed.

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

Health care is 100 x cheaper than it is in America and getting appointments to be seen is easy and quick.

* Safety:

My city and the school’s area were both very safe and I never was in fear once.

If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? Yes

My experience was awesome and I would do it all over again in a heartbeat!

Finances

* Money: How easily were you able to live on a student's budget?

(1 = not very easy/$200+ on food & personal expenses/week, 2.5 = $100/week, 5 = very easily/minimal cost)

Japan’s cost of living is affordable in my opinion if you are educated on budgeting and do your research.

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? $100
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? Save as much money at home as you can.

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? Yes

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Apartment
* Who did you live with?

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  • Other
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • Americans
  • International Students
About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with?

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • The staff
  • The friends
  • The city
* What could be improved?
  • Level 1 difficulty
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Learn how to write hiragana/katakana before arriving!

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Networker
An active student leader, it was important for you to network abroad as well. Once overseas, you sought out student clubs, volunteered with local organizations, or attended community events. You encouraged your friends join you, and often considered how you could reflect your international experiences in a resume.