Middlebury Schools Abroad: Middlebury in Tokyo
- Hosted at: International Christian University
- Location(s): Tokyo, Japan
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad, Intensive Language
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Once a small fishing village, Tokyo is now a major international capital of culture, economy and politics. With a population of 12 million, the contrast of Tokyo’s history and modernity can be seen throughout the city and its wards in the fast-pac... read more
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I gained my sense of self. I learned to be confident in myself and to trust myself. I really gained a sense of identity when I was abroad, so it was definitely worthwhile. A student - Hamilton College View Entire Review
I learned that independence is something you need to find on your own, and your own experience is what you make it. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
My language capabilities really improved, which was the main reason I wanted to go to Japan. I also gained some confidence because I was able to live in a foreign, non-English speaking country without any major problems. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Lifelong friends, ability to live independently more confidently, ability to plan things in groups. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I improved my language skills immensely and developed invaluable relationships Simon B - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I felt it was a worthwhile experience. My language ability greatly improved and I was able to gain valuable experience working with locals. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
Japanese skills, relaxation, friends. Benjamin L - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I mostly learned how to be flexible and adapt to new situations, a super important skill that I will likely use the rest of my life. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I had a lot of new experiences and learned much more than just the Japanese language. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I learned a lot about myself and about Japan as a whole. I think it was valuable in shaping my future. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I gained so many new experiences and learned more about myself. It was definitely worthwhile A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I learned a lot about myself and my language skills improved immensely. It was absolutely worthwhile. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
it was great A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
The cultural experiences and the opportunities I got abroad was very worthwhile and something I couldn't have experienced at my home university. There were many ways within the program components and the nature of being in Tokyo that opened up opportunities to go out of my comfort zone, which ended up becoming moments of growth. A student - Pomona College View Entire Review
I think I gained a lot of beautiful memories and had the chance to meet such warm and welcoming people. I will always be thankful for the kindness that was shown to me in Japan. I will never forget the beautiful nature I had the privilege of enjoying. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
Language skills, cooking skills, communication skills, studying skills, work skills, travel experience, how to be environmentally responsible, etc... It was most definitely worthwhile. Sophia L - Yale University View Entire Review
I gained a new found sense of independence and confidence. Leslie B - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I gained how to navigate a foreign place on my own. Miya F - Middlebury College View Entire Review
What I gained is will be hard to summarize within sentences, but I can say that I understand Japan as a country, as a place where people live, better and through more perspectives. Haoze L - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I improved my cultural and language skills, and also gained a greater sense of confidence. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I gained more than I think I can realize in this moment. I gained a strong sense of who I am and what I want, I gained a strong sense of Japanese cultural values and knowledge (which are vastly different from the American/French values I originally held), and I got to experience cutting edge technological/social/agricultural met... A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Personally I was going though a lot at home and it gave me a safe space to finally work on myself and think about what I want out of my own life so I would say it was definitely worthwhile. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I learned a lot about people and the value of traveling for learning more about oneself A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I learned a lot of Japanese. I wonder whether it was worth while. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
language skills improved A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
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Once a small fishing village, Tokyo is now a major international capital of culture, economy and politics. With a population of 12 million, the contrast of Tokyo’s history and modernity can be seen throughout the city and its wards in the fast-paced approach to urban life juxtaposed against its architecture, traditions, and landscape, all of which make it an ideal location for study abroad. Because of the suburban location of the School in Japan—in the Mitaka neighborhood, 30 minutes west of Tokyo—Middlebury students benefit from the advantages and opportunities of Tokyo while living and studying in a campus-like environment.
Middlebury's host institution, International Christian University (ICU), a non-denominational university founded in 1953, and with an enrollment of 2,900 students, boasts a national reputation for superior language instruction. It was the first liberal arts college in Japan and its academic offerings include Japanese language and literature, history, art history, psychology, linguistics, and international studies, among others. On-campus housing with Japanese roommates provides a personal view of Japanese culture and allows students to meet their Japanese peers through all student-run extracurricular activities and clubs.
Middlebury's host institution, International Christian University (ICU), a non-denominational university founded in 1953, and with an enrollment of 2,900 students, boasts a national reputation for superior language instruction. It was the first liberal arts college in Japan and its academic offerings include Japanese language and literature, history, art history, psychology, linguistics, and international studies, among others. On-campus housing with Japanese roommates provides a personal view of Japanese culture and allows students to meet their Japanese peers through all student-run extracurricular activities and clubs.
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadIntensive Language
Program Length(s):
- Fall
- Spring
- Academic Year
Instruction Language(s):
- Japanese
Language Requirement(s):
- Japanese
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Communication and Media Studies
- Japanese Language, Literature
- Liberal Arts, General Studies
- Mathematics, Statistics
- Social Sciences
- Visual and Performing Arts
Minimum GPA:
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