Category Archives: study abroad

Extension of deadline: KCJS Summer Program in Advanced and Classical Japanese

Posted on March 30, 2011 by Paula

The Kyoto Consortium of Japanese Studies (KCJS) is extending the application deadline for summer 2011 to accommodate those students who might be looking for an alternative program this summer. In 2011, the program will begin on June 2 and end … Continue reading →

Posted in announcements, language schools, study abroad, summer program | Tagged classical Japanese, Japanese, KCJS, Kyoto, Kyoto Consortium of Japanese Studies, summer language program | Leave a comment

The Japan Sociological Society Travel Grant for Starting Scholars from Overseas

Posted on February 26, 2011 by Paula

The International Liaison Committee of the Japan Sociological Society (JSS) is pleased to announce its fifth annual travel grant competition for starting scholars. The objective of this grant is to support up to 6 sociologists who will present papers and … Continue reading →

Posted in announcements, financial assistance, funding, living abroad, study abroad, study tools | Tagged sociology, The Japan Sociological Society, travel, travel grant | Leave a comment

Freeman-Asia Award for Study in Asia

Posted on February 21, 2011 by reedra01

If you are an American undergraduate student and the only thing holding you back from studying abroad in Asia is lack of finances, here is an opportunity for you! Freeman-Asia provides scholarships for U.S. undergraduate students with demonstrated financial need … Continue reading →

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Is Home Stay in Japan right for you?

Posted on February 9, 2011 by reedda02

The decision whether to do a home stay or to live in a dorm while studying abroad is a personal one. In order to make this decision effectively, you need to honestly evaluate yourself – specifically, what you can handle … Continue reading →

Posted in culture, graduate school, homestay, housing, living abroad, main posts, study abroad, undergraduate | Tagged culture, culture shock, food, homestay, Japan, Japanese, Japanese culture, language, travel, travel abroad | 13 Comments

University of New Orleans-Japan: Study at Doshisha University Summer Program

Posted on February 6, 2011 by Paula

Here is a summer program announcement for undergrads looking to go abroad. Kyoto is wonderful and the price of this program is pretty reasonable as well! I didn’t see a deadline on the webpage, so be sure to look into … Continue reading →

Posted in announcements, language schools, living abroad, study abroad, summer program, undergraduate | Tagged Doshisha University, Japan, Japanese, Kyoto, New Orleans, study abroad, summer, UNO-Japan | Leave a comment

Not going on to graduate school for Japanese Studies

Posted on January 19, 2011 by Nyssa

Are you trying to make a decision about attending grad school for Japanese Studies, but are you wondering if it’s really right for you just after undergrad? Don’t worry, there are plenty of good reasons to take an extended side … Continue reading →

Posted in graduate school, JET, jobs, living abroad, main posts, study abroad | Tagged career, career goals, decisions, employment, getting a job, goals, graduate school, Japan, life experience | 4 Comments

SOAS Summer Programme in London: Empires in World History

Posted on January 18, 2011 by Paula

The School of Oriental and African Studies at the University of London announces its summer program “Empires in World History” — Empires in World History: Merchant Capital, Colonialism and World Trade Website: http://www.soas.ac.uk/ifcels/summer/empires/ Minimum Entry Requirements: 3.0 GPA (US) or … Continue reading →

Posted in announcements, graduate school, study abroad, summer program, undergraduate | Tagged Africa, asia, empires, history, London, Middle East, Near East, School of Oriental and African Studies, summer program, University of London, world history | Leave a comment

Nagoya University Global 30 Undergraduate Scholarship

Posted on January 11, 2011 by Paula

Here’s a last minute scholarship announcement for undergraduates who plan to study abroad at Nagoya University: — Nagoya University Global 30 Undergraduate Scholarship Deadline: January 14th, 2011 Scholarship Award Amounts: The maximum total award will be JPY500,000 per year per … Continue reading →

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Grant Opportunity for California Residents

Posted on January 11, 2011 by reedra01

Here’s a very unique travel grant opportunity, specifically aimed at California residents. Get ready to get creative! Thanks to Playing with Hire for the link! — AURORA CHALLENGE GRANT Only for California Residents Deadline for Applications: March 31st, 2011 The … Continue reading →

Posted in announcements, funding, graduate school, living abroad, study abroad, undergraduate | Tagged Aurora Challenge Grant, culture, grants, Japan, Japan Language Scholarship Foundation | Leave a comment

Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program

Posted on January 10, 2011 by Paula

Unfortunately we don’t feature scholarships for undergrads very often, but this appears to be a great opportunity from the U.S. Department of State for people looking to study abroad for college credit. If you know of any fellow students or … Continue reading →

Posted in financial assistance, funding, language schools, living abroad, study abroad, undergraduate | Tagged Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program, scholarships, study abroad, U.S. Department of State | 1 Comment