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This long-running program is located centrally in Japan’s historic capitol. Kyoto provides a picturesque setting that is rich in well-preserved traditional architecture, ranging from residential housing to religious structures. Summer curriculum is intensive Japanese language study.
A good program for a student who is interested in researching traditional culture in Japan; architecture, urban studies, religious studies, and theater studies specialists. Pre-modern literature students would also gain by studying where so many exemplary works were set or written.
| Category | Program Description |
|---|---|
| # of students on program | ~60 |
| Avg. Class Size | 6-8 students |
| Dorm available? | Students live in homestay. If homestay is unavailable due to COVID-19, dormitories will be. |
| Language Buddy available? | Yes, students have conversation partners who are university peers. |
| Approved Levels | 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th |
| Approved Terms | Summer, Fall, Spring, Academic Year |
Program Application Notes:
- The KCJS Summer Program in Classical Japanese is not approved for Light funding.
- KCJS offers term-time studies with advanced work in Japanese studies (in English), but these are currently not approved for Light funding.
- KCJS accepts the Light Fellowship Language Evaluation as a substitute for one letter of recommendation from a language instructor. Enter "light.fellowship@yale.edu" in the recommendation section of the application.
- Study Abroad Approval Form: Please complete the student sections and e-mail the form to Kripa, Sr. Assoc. Director of the Light Fellowship, at kripa.bhagat@yale.edu.
Light Fellowship Application Notes:
- The Light Fellowship only supports housing in a homestay, if available. If homestay is unavailable due to COVID-19 concerns, students will be funded for housing in university dormitories.
Looking to speak to a returnee? Find former fellows who participated in KCJS here.