Welcome to Nagoya
Immerse yourself in Japan…
Nagoya University of Foreign Studies (NUFS) was founded in
1988. NUFS has approximately 4,000 students and is a private
university that emphasizes international exchange.
Nagoya University of Foreign Studies accepts students from
exchanges around the world. You will study with students
not only from Japan, but also from Australia, Africa, South
America, Europe and other Asian countries. It is a multicultural
experience for students with a keen interest in global learning.
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NUFS specializes in international learning
Nagoya University offers cross-cultural programs for
international students and members of the Japanese
community in and around Aichi. International students are
encouraged to join these programs at any time.
The Japanese Language Institute of Nagoya University
of Foreign Studies was founded in 2001, focusing on
academic exchanges with many overseas universities. The
program, which is open exclusively for students from partner
universities, now accepts applications from any undergraduate
and graduate students.
The University is located in Nisshin, a suburb of Nagoya, and
has access to public transportation. Nagoya has a population
of about 2.2 million, but NUFS is surrounded by green spaces,
which offer a relaxing study atmosphere with the urban area.
Deadlines
Semester one (runs September through January): April 30
Semester two (runs March through July): October 31
Minimum Requirements to Apply
• Selected students must have a 2.5 cumulative GPA
• Must be sophomore status at time of participation
• Scholarships may be available for qualified applicants
Estimated Personal Expenses
Selecting Your Classes
Participants in CJPN/ JLJSP are strongly urged to bring adequate funds to cover
their personal expenses in Japan. Although personal expenses vary from individual to individual, approximately 80,000 to 100,000 yen per month (~833.761,042.60 USD), including accommodation charges, should be adequate.
Mandatory Health Insurance
National Health Insurance is administered by the city/town/village (local government) where one lives and all foreign nationals are required to enroll.
This insurance covers 70% of the total medical cost, which means that the patient
pays only the remaining 30% at a hospital or at a dental practice.
• Students may choose their courses. This site offers more detail into course
registration and the various programs available at NUFS:
www-e.nufs.ac.jp/jli/jljsp/e_31.htm
Japanese Language and Japanese Studies (JLJSP)
The overall objective of the JLJSP lies in providing the students with high-quality
Japanese language and cultural instruction, and thereby equipping them with the
skills and motivation necessary in the pursuit of their academic goals. The main
focus is on the mastery of the Japanese language.
Contemporary Japan Program in Nagoya (CJPN)
UTSA Costs
Student’s tuition will be paid to UTSA. Students will be charged for 15 credits.
Room and board will be paid to NUFS.
Tuition costs for 15 credits
$4,205.00
Books $500.00
Transportation (airline, estimated)
$2,000.00
Passport
$135.00
Total $6,840.00
Housing
Type
Cost Per Month
Non-Refundable
Entrance Fee
NUFS International
House
26,000 yen ($270.97 USD)
10,000 yen ($104.22 USD)
Apartment House
Arranged by NUFS
31,500 yen ($403.56 USD,
excludes electricity charges)
10,000 yen ($104.22 USD)
Working in Nagoya
Students holding a college student visa are allowed by the Japanese Government
to engage in a part-time job on the condition that the working hours should not
exceed 28 hours a week as permitted by the Immigration Bureau. However, students
are not granted absences from classes because of part-time jobs. Students should
go to Japan with adequate financial support, which will enable them to pursue their
studies without resorting to part-time jobs for financial survival.
It has been observed that an increasing number of students from around the world
become interested in Japan through contemporary cultural influences such as
Japanese film and anime. This program has been developed to accommodate the
demands of such students, and is offered to students who are interested in pursuing in-depth study of contemporary Japan.
The CJPN is shaped by two unique concepts. The first is that the focus of the program extends beyond the overall aspects of contemporary Japan and explores the
specific features of the Chubu Region, one of the most economically vibrant areas
in Japan. In fact the headquarters of several world-famous companies are based
in the region, including that of the Toyota Motor Corporation. In other words, this
program encompasses a field of study that is unavailable elsewhere. The second
is that many of the subjects offered in this program (including the Internship Program) are of a practical nature and have been designed to facilitate the students’
career development.
• Internship Program (elective)
CJPN students will be offered an internship opportunity lasting for two to three
weeks. UTSA students could qualify for the internship program. Under the Internship Program, possible placements include hotels, travel agencies, manufacturing
companies, language schools, municipal offices, government affiliated associations, etc.
Please note that we cannot guarantee a place for all applicants due to limited
availability, qualifications of the applicants, etc., but will endeavor to ensure that
as many students as possible will be accommodated. The Internship Program carries two credits.