J.F. Oberlin Winter Session 2026 – Tokyo, Japan

Mon, 25 Aug 2025

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Short Program for ITS Students

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This coming winter, J. F. Oberlin University opens its doors even wider to the world.

The Winter Session at J.F. Oberlin University is an intensive program held in the center of Tokyo, offering two sessions (up to four weeks, with an optional Hakuba Snow Trip). Students may choose to participate in one or both sessions.

Courses include several content-based subjects and two levels of Japanese language courses. Each course provides hands-on experiences through theoretical study, field trips, and guest lectures. Upon completion, participants will receive an official transcript from J.F. Oberlin University (4 credits per course).

Study Options

	Winter Session
Duration	2 weeks per session (up to 4 weeks)
Credits	4 credits per session (max 8)
Schedule	Session 1: Jan 3–17 Session 2: Jan 17–31
Courses	1 course per session

Features

Credit-bearing courses
Courses offered in English
Discussion-based classes
Reasonable tuition fee
No Japanese language requirement
International exchange with J.F. Oberlin students
More information

📖 Course Descriptions

(Click each link for syllabus & instructor profiles)

Winter Session 1 (Jan 3 – Jan 17)

Winter Session 2 (Jan 17 – Jan 31)

Optional Ski Trips

Note: Students in Session 2 cannot join Snow Trip 1 due to schedule overlap.

Program Fees

Winter Session (1 session): JPY 220,000
Winter Session (2 sessions): JPY 360,000

💡 Partner school students receive a discount of JPY 20,000 per session with a valid student certificate:

1 session: JPY 200,000
2 sessions: JPY 320,000

Scholarship Opportunity

J.F. Oberlin University and ITS Global Engagement will select 2 ITS students who will receive a full waiver for tuition and accommodation fees.

Eligibility

ITS Students: D4 & S1 (Batch 2022, 2023, and 2024) and S2 (all batches)

Required Documents

Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Passport information page (valid at least until 1 January 2026)
Student ID scan
Formal photo
English Proficiency Certification minimum CEFR B2
Statement Letter – Download here
Motivation Letter (1–2 pages) explaining why you should be selected
Proof of at least 4 mobility Stamp4It, or GCW/GCA/GCW IUP certificate (min. grade C)

How to Apply

Prepare all required documents and combine them into one .zip/.rar file (PDF format only).
Submit your application via https://its.id/studyabroadITS
After submission, send a confirmation email to studyabroad@its.ac.id with the subject:
Confirmation Study Abroad Application_JFOWinter_NAME_NRP

Deadline: 20 October 2025 (09.00 WIB)
Online interview: 22 October 2025

Contact

For inquiries, email studyabroad@its.ac.id with subject: (ASK) WinterProgram_JFO