All the web pages have been updated for Summer 2023.

Thank you for your patience. We have updated all the web pages for Summer 2023, except for "For Admitted Students" and "For Participants". Please browse them to find out about our program.
Here are some important changes.


1) HOUSING ARRANGEMENT IN SUMMER 2023
(Home > Program Description > Homestay)

In Summer 2023, HIF partially resumes homestay.
Participants will be arranged to stay with a host family for one month and at a dormitory for another month.

<Homestay>
- Furnished private room
- Two meals a day (breakfast and dinner)

<Dormitory>
- Rooms will be shared by 2 students with beds, restroom, shower facility, etc. in each room.
- Two meals a day (breakfast and dinner) on weekdays.
- Meals on weekends: TBA
- A dorm mother will be there.

Note: Due to the progression of COVID-19, all information is considered tentative and subject to change.


2) Program Fee: US$7,920
(Home > Program Description > Tuition & Fees - Summer 2023)

What is included in the program fee:
- tuition
- main teaching materials and course supplies
- housing (Please see Homestay for more information about housing.)
- extracurricular activities
- a pocket Wi-Fi
- COVID-19 infection prevention products


3) Medical Insurance during Your Stay in Japan
(Home > Program Description > Tuition & Fees - Summer 2023)

HIF requires all participants to obtain medical insurance to cover possible loss, illness or accidents for the duration of the program. It is strongly recommended that you purchase one that also covers expenses related to COVID-19.

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Comments from Alumni

  • Name:
    John Geitner
    University:
    University of
    Notre Dame
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    The HIF program was super fun and a great learning opportunity! Getting to meet so many new people who all share the same goal of ... more

  • Name:
    Marcella Houston
    University:
    University of
    Michigan
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    There are lots of different ways to enjoy your study abroad and they're all valid! Lots of students choose to travel lots or visit lots of attractions ... more

  • Name:
    Helen Liu
    University:
    University of
    Pennsylvania
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    HIF is extremely rewarding and truly a once-in-a-lifetime chance. I think it's easier to be integrated into a host family as a younger college student ... more

  • Name:
    Nicole Lu
    University:
    Emory University
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    I loved the HIF program! I was able to learn so much - not only the Japanese language but also the culture and background of people ... more

  • Name:
    Kaitlyn Milleret
    University:
    University of
    Notre Dame
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    I'm very grateful I got the opportunity to stay in Hakodate since it's such an underrated part of Japan. My favorite part was visiting landmarks like ... more

  • Name:
    Sofia Pan Xian
    University:
    University of
    Michigan
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    If you feel you are struggling to speak, this program will make sure you go back feeling confident. You'll be only speaking Japanese - during class ... more

  • Name:
    Julian Schempf
    University:
    University of
    Kansas
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    It might be difficult, but you will have the experience of a lifetime, something you will cherish for years to come. more

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