J.F. Oberlin Winter Session 2027 – Tokyo, Japan

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Thursday, 24 September 2026

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Short Program for ITS Students

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 Session1: January 2 – January 16
Session2: January 16 – January 30
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 (January 2 – January 16)

Japanese Language A（Beginner Elementary）

Japanese Language A（Beginner）

Japanese Language B（Intermediate）

Cross-Cultural Studies (Anime and Japanese Popular Culture)

Cross-Cultural Studies(Japanese History and Society through Film)

Business Topics (Management in Japanese Corporations)

Winter Session 2 (January 16 – January 30)

Japanese Language A（Beginner Elementary）

Japanese Language A（Beginner）

Japanese Language B（Intermediate）

Business Topics (Management in Japanese Corporations)

Business Topics(Video Games, Media, and Culture)

Optional Ski Trips

Hakuba Snow Trip ① (January 16-19)

Hakuba Snow Trip ② (January 30-February 2)

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 program fees and accommodation fees.

Eligibility

  • ITS Students: D4 & S1 (Batch 2023, 2024, and 2025) and S2 (all batches)

Required Documents

  1. Curriculum Vitae (CV)

  2. Passport information page (valid at least until 1 January 2027)

  3. Student ID scan

  4. Formal photo

  5. English Proficiency Certification minimum CEFR B2

  6. Statement Letter – Download here

  7. Motivation Letter (1–2 pages) explaining why you should be selected

  8. Proof of at least 4 mobility Stamp4It, or GCW/GCA/GCW IUP certificate (min. grade C)

How to Apply

  1. Prepare all required documents and combine them into one .zip/.rar file (PDF format only).

  2. Submit your application via https://its.id/studyabroadITS

  3. After submission, send a confirmation email to studyabroad@its.ac.id with the subject:
    Confirmation Study Abroad Application_JFOWinter_NAME_NRP

  • Deadline: 9 October 2026 (09.00 WIB)

  • Online interview: 12 October 2026

Contact

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

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