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Rikkyo University

Tokyo, Japan

Dates and Deadlines

Term: 
Spring
Start Date
See Advisor
End Date
See Advisor
Deadline
9/15/2020

Information

Area of Study: 
Asian Studies, Business Administration, Communication, Japanese
Program Type: 
Exchange
Language of Instruction: 
English, Japanese
GPA: 
Language Prerequisite: 
Advisor Name: 
Sara Gutierrez
Advisor Email: 
studyabd@unm.edu

Overview

Rikkyo University, one of the oldest private universities in Japan, was established in 1874. It is one of the top 6 Universities in Tokyo. The University maintains a tradition of academic freedom, and welcomes students and researchers from all backgrounds and with diverse views. Since Rikkyo's founding, it has emphasized liberal arts education and a global perspective, educating the whole student to help them develop the skills and talents to contribute to society. It is the largest Anglican Christian affiliated university in Japan. Rikkyo has been selected by the Japanese government as a "Top Global University Project," granting the University increased funding to expand its international compatability and internationalization.

EXCHANGE STUDENT BROCHURE: http://rikkyo.icata.net/iportal/CatalogViewInterfaceStartUpAction.do?met...

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Academics

Academics

Rikkyo offers Japanese language instruction from J0 (beginner) to J8 (advanced). If students wish to take language courses of J1 or above, they will be expected to have mastered katakana and hiragana prior to arrival.

While the primary language of instruction at Rikkyo University is Japanese, exchange students may take English-languages classes through the Japanese Studies program, the College of Business, and the College of Intercultural Communication. 

The Rikkyo Graduate School of Business now offers a Master of International Business program, which is administered completely in English.

Students wishing to take academic course in Japanese should be test at J6 level or above.

NOTE: The Japanese academic calendar is very different from the U.S. calendar. Spring semester is typically April-August, and Fall semester is typically September-February. As such, we only recommend students attend Japanese institutions during Spring, Summer, or an entire Academic Year. If you have questions, please contact the GEO advisor for this program.

GEO works to provide the most accurate academic information for each program, but please confirm on the host institution website. This is particularly important for program dates, as study abroad students may be asked to arrive early for orientation, language immersion, or other activities.