Japanese Studies
Middlebury, Vermont, United States
The Japanese Studies program at Middlebury College offers a comprehensive curriculum that develops proficiency across all four language skills: speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Students engage with authentic language use in diverse contexts, fostering confidence and fluency in Japanese communication. The program emphasizes cultural literacy through courses on modern and classical Japanese literature, film, anime, gender studies, and societal issues, providing both disciplinary depth and cultural breadth. Students have opportunities for independent projects, translation work, and honors theses, with advanced courses available for those with prior experience or who participate in summer and study abroad programs in Tokyo.
- Middlebury, Vermont, United States
- 4 years
- On Campus
- ₹42,77,294/Year
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Program Overview
The Japanese Studies program at Middlebury College offers a comprehensive curriculum that develops proficiency across all four language skills: speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Students engage with authentic language use in diverse contexts, fostering confidence and fluency in Japanese communication. The program emphasizes cultural literacy through courses on modern and classical Japanese literature, film, anime, gender studies, and societal issues, providing both disciplinary depth and cultural breadth. Students have opportunities for independent projects, translation work, and honors theses, with advanced courses available for those with prior experience or who participate in summer and study abroad programs in Tokyo.
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Class Size
400 Students
Key Features
Specializations Available
AI/ML, Systems, Theory, Human-Computer Interaction
Research Opportunities
Access to cutting-edge research labs and industry partnerships
Admission Requirements
TOEFL®
109.0
Key Dates
Application Start time & Deadline
Starting 2026-09-01
Apply before 2125-04-18
Program Start
Unknown
Programme Structure
Courses include:First-Year JapaneseCurrent Social Issues in JapanAnime MasterworksJapanese Poetry (in English)Second-Year JapaneseJapanese LinguisticsJapanese Pop CultureModern Japanese Fiction
Program Highlights
- Comprehensive curriculum covering all key topics
- Hands-on projects and real-world case studies
- Expert faculty with industry experience
- Career support and placement assistance
Academic Requirements
No academic requirements found.
English Language Requirements
TOEFL®
109.0
Overall ScoreAdditional Requirements
Applicants must submit a comprehensive application package including an application essay, two teacher recommendations, a school report, counselor recommendation, and transcripts. Midyear grades should be requested from counselors. An application fee of $65 is required. Non-native English speakers must provide proof of English proficiency through accepted standardized tests. Additional materials can be uploaded via the applicant portal; however, submission beyond required documents is not guaranteed to be reviewed.
Course Fees
₹42,77,294/Year
Annual Fee
4 years
Total Duration
Living Costs
No Living costs available.
University Scholarships
No University Scholarships Available
External Scholarships
Rochelle Nicolette Perry Memorial Scholarship
N/A
Amount
1250 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Organization of American States (OAS) Academic Scholarship Program
N/A
Amount
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Master's Scholarship
N/A
Amount
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Denise Halbach Performance Scholarship
N/A
Amount
2000 USD
Deadline
15 Apr 2025
Thomas Jefferson Prize in United States History
N/A
Amount
300 EUR
Deadline
Anytime
Eligibility Requirements
No Eligibility Requirements Available
Application Process
No Application Steps Available
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