Students should have at least two years of college German or the equivalent to participate in this program. All students are tested at the beginning of the semester and placed into an appropriate level. Specific ISU credit will vary depending on the level of coursework undertaken. Japan Nagoya Students live with families and study at Nanzan University, a private Catholic institution. Nagoya, a port city, is the 4th largest city in Japan with a population of 2 million.
Students study Japanese language and civilization.
Enrollment in an intensive language class is required. Past participants have earned ISU credit in Art, History, Foreign Language and University Studies. Specific ISU credit will vary depending on the level of coursework undertaken. University Studies credit can be earned on this program. Hirakata Students live with families or in residence halls and study at Kansai Gaidai University, a private institution which is affiliated with 140 colleges and universities in 12 countries.