Middlebury Schools Abroad: Middlebury in Tokyo
- Hosted at: International Christian University
- Location(s): Tokyo, Japan
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad, Intensive Language
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Designed for students seeking advanced Japanese language proficiency and cultural immersion, the Middlebury School in Japan offers a unique opportunity to experience both the energy of Tokyo and the close-knit community of a Japanese university ca... read more
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Japanese language skills/more cultural understanding, learning that I can function in a foreign country on my own. Yes, it was worthwhile A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I was able to meet many new people in Japan, and go to new places. It inspired me to apply for jobs in Japan. Mika M - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I learned a lot of Japanese. I learned how to explore a new city. I learned that I need to push myself to be out of my comfort zone. I learned that if I put my mind to it and study, languages aren't actually difficult. Imara McMillan - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I felt a higher level of confidence not only in my language ability but also in my own independence. It was a great opportunity to be a part of another culture's university system and experience life for a year outside of the U.S. Every moment was amazing. Sheridan M - Wellesley College View Entire Review
Living abroad really taught me how to be independent and gave me a lot of life experiences that I didn't have for whatever reason at my life back in the States. Yes, it was definitely worthwhile. Katherine J - Wellesley College View Entire Review
My ability in the language improved a lot, and I was able to get most of my points across. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I learned how to live on my own and get out my Wellesley bubble. As well as Japanese culture. Yes it was worthwhile. Sophia Vale - Wellesley College View Entire Review
It was very worthwhile; my language skills increased noticably, I learned a lot about Japan and Tokyo, and I had some amazing opportunities to travel and meet people. I don't think you can have a *bad* abroad experience, and for all of my mental health/personal struggles coloring my experience, I still think it was an extremely ... A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I gained so much personal growth through this program by being abroad. I wouldn't trade my experiences for anything. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
My study abroad experience in Tokyo was something that I had been working towards since I was a freshmen in college. Besides the language experience I gained while I was abroad I learned how to be comfortable with myself and became more confident in a leadership role and as a representative of both my college and country. It def... Kyla H - Providence College View Entire Review
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Designed for students seeking advanced Japanese language proficiency and cultural immersion, the Middlebury School in Japan offers a unique opportunity to experience both the energy of Tokyo and the close-knit community of a Japanese university campus. Students study at International Christian University (ICU), enrolling in a rigorous academic program while developing their language skills through intensive coursework, daily interaction with Japanese peers, and full participation in campus life. Guided by the Middlebury Language Pledge, students use Japanese throughout their time abroad, strengthening their linguistic abilities while gaining a deeper understanding of contemporary Japanese society.
Once a small fishing village, Tokyo has grown into one of the world's most influential centers of culture, economics, and politics. With a population of more than 12 million, the city offers a fascinating contrast between tradition and modernity, where historic temples, gardens, and neighborhoods exist alongside cutting-edge technology, architecture, and global industries. The Middlebury School in Japan is located in Mitaka, a suburban area approximately 30 minutes west of central Tokyo, allowing students to enjoy the opportunities of one of the world's great metropolitan areas while living and studying in a more intimate campus environment.
Middlebury's host institution, International Christian University, is a leading liberal arts university founded in 1953 and renowned throughout Japan for its commitment to language education and international learning. With an enrollment of approximately 2,900 students, ICU provides a supportive academic community and offers coursework in fields including Japanese language and literature, history, art history, psychology, linguistics, international studies, and the social sciences. Students live on campus with Japanese roommates, creating daily opportunities for cultural exchange and authentic language practice, while participating in student-led clubs and activities that connect them with the broader university community.
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadIntensive Language
Program Length(s):
- Fall
- Spring
- Academic Year
Instruction Language(s):
- Japanese
Language Requirement(s):
- Japanese
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Environmental Studies
- Japanese Studies
- Communication and Media Studies
- Linguistics
- Japanese Language, Literature
- Liberal Arts, General Studies
- Mathematics, Statistics
- Mathematics and Computer Science
- Museum Studies
- Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Physics
- Psychology
- Social Sciences
- International Relations
- Political Science and Government
- Sociology and Anthropology
- Visual and Performing Arts
- Music
- History
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