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<July 31, 2025> Application Guidelines and Admission Details for 2026 SGJS Study Abroad and Internship Programs (Fall) Now Available
Application for 2026 SGJS Study Abroad and Internship Programs (FALL)
Please carefully read the Application Guidelines and Admission Details.
【Application Guidelines and Admission Details】
・2026 SGJS Study Abroad and Internship Programs (FALL) Application Guidelines
・2026 SGJS Study Abroad and Internship Programs (FALL) Admission Details
* "Admission Details" may be updated continually. Please check it regularly.
【Application Documents (Designated Form)】
・2026 Program Agreement (SGJS Study Abroad and Internship Program)
・Self-introduction / Statement of Purpose (in English)
Please carefully read the Application Guidelines and Admission Details.
【Application Guidelines and Admission Details】
・2026 SGJS Study Abroad and Internship Programs (FALL) Application Guidelines
・2026 SGJS Study Abroad and Internship Programs (FALL) Admission Details
* "Admission Details" may be updated continually. Please check it regularly.
【Application Documents (Designated Form)】
・2026 Program Agreement (SGJS Study Abroad and Internship Program)
・Self-introduction / Statement of Purpose (in English)
1. Acquiring practical English language skills
2. Enhancing the capacity to understand different cultures
3. Learning about Japan from a global standpoint and considering the role of Japan in the global community
1. Intensive English education is offered.
2. Courses related to studying abroad include Introduction to Study Abroad, International Education and Exchanges, and Intercultural Education.
The School of Global Japanese Studies offers both long-term study abroad programs (Study abroad and Internship Programs) and short-term programs (Volunteer Programs during summer/spring break), as the school encourages students to acquire more global awareness as well as an understanding of Japan from many perspectives.
| Long-Term | Short-Term | ||||
| Program | Study Abroad and Internship Programs | 認定留学*1 | Volunteer Program | Volunteer Program (Organized by ICYE Japan) |
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| Exchange | Fee-Paying | ||||
| Period *2 | 1 semester or 1 academic year (4-11 months from Fall) |
1 semester or 1 academic year
(Fall/Spring)
|
3 weeks (Summer) |
3-4 weeks (Summer, Spring) |
|
| Estimated Costs *3 | Depends on the program and period | 200,000 - 400,000JPY | |||
| Language Requirement |
TOEFL iBT 51 or above *4
|
TOEFL iBT 40 or above | - | ||
| Credit | Credits earned at the host institution may be transferrable to SGJS upon meeting certain requirements. | More than 2 credits could be transferred under certain requirements. | |||
| Subsidy *5 | - Meiji University Study Abroad Encouragement Subsidy (Expenses Subsidy) | - Meiji University Study Abroad Encouragement Subsidy (Expenses Subsidy) | - Meiji University Study Abroad Encouragement Subsidy (Tuition, Expenses Subsidy) | - SGJS Study Abroad Subsidy | - |
*1 "認定留学" is a self-arranged study abroad program, approved by the School of Global Japanese Studies (for details, please visit the 3rd Floor Office well in advance).
*2 Depends on the program/institution.
*3 For Long-Term Programs, tuition depends on the program (Exchange, Fee-paying etc.).
[Exchange: Required to pay "Tuition and fee of Meiji University" ("tuition" of the host university is waived)]
[Fee-Paying, 認定留学: Required to pay both "Tuition and fee of Meiji University" AND "Tuition of the host institution"]
Costs depends on the period, rate, accommodation, student's living style etc.
Students are also responsible for visa application, airfare, insurance fees, and any fees that the host instition requires, etc.
*4 Depends on the program/institution. Some institutions have ESOL programs.
*5 You must meet the application requirements to be eligible to apply. For details, please check the application guidelines for each subsidy.
*3 For Long-Term Programs, tuition depends on the program (Exchange, Fee-paying etc.).
[Exchange: Required to pay "Tuition and fee of Meiji University" ("tuition" of the host university is waived)]
[Fee-Paying, 認定留学: Required to pay both "Tuition and fee of Meiji University" AND "Tuition of the host institution"]
Costs depends on the period, rate, accommodation, student's living style etc.
Students are also responsible for visa application, airfare, insurance fees, and any fees that the host instition requires, etc.
*4 Depends on the program/institution. Some institutions have ESOL programs.
*5 You must meet the application requirements to be eligible to apply. For details, please check the application guidelines for each subsidy.
| End of July | Application Guidleines and Admission Details |
| Sept. | Internal application begins |
| Oct. | Deadline for internal application |
| Nov. | Internal screening Announcement of internal screening results |
| Feb.~Mar. | [Only for Disney] Disney Recruiter interview screening |
| Jan.~May | Application for the host institution |
| Mar.~July | Admission from the host institution, pre-departure processes (application for Visa / Residence permit, accommodaton, insurance, flight tickets), SGJS pre-departure processes etc. |
| Aug.~Oct. | Start the program |
| Return to Japan | SGJS post-program processes |
Nakano Reserch and Educational Support Office (International Collaboration and Education Team)
Counter 4, 3F Administrative Office, Nakano Campus
E-mail: goabroad@mics.meiji.ac.jp