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| Approved Terms | Approved Language Levels (year) |
|---|---|
| Summer, Fall, Spring, Academic Year | 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th |
Due to on-going changes to regulations in Japan, Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 terms may not be eligible. Check back in the future for more updates. Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 are not impacted.
The largest program option for term-time study in Japan, Nanzan offers a beautiful, lush campus in a major city. Intensive language courses are complemented by several extracurricular offerings that range from academic to cultural interests. Housing in homestay or suite in international student dorm. Students attend this program from a wide range of national backgrounds. Summer program is being offered on pilot status starting Summer 2024.
A good choice for a student who has completed first year Japanese and plans to study in Japan for the fall or year. Plentiful support and resources for language learners to connect with Japanese students on campus.
Currently the Light Fellowship's only "campus-like" program in Japan.
Program Application Notes:
- Nanzan’s deadline and notification timeline for admissions is quite different from most Japanese programs (e.g. the deadline for applying for spring study is the end of August); please refer to their website for details.
- Nanzan accepts the Light Fellowship Language Evaluation as a substitute for one letter of recommendation from a language instructor.
Looking to speak to a returnee? Find former fellows who participated in the Nanzan program here.