Overview

Key facts

Students learn to read, write and speak Japanese. They not only learn about the Japanese way of thinking, but also gain the ability to view themselves and others in a broader perspective.

The Japanese Language and Literature program at George Washington University is a close-knit community of faculty and students dedicated to advancing knowledge of Japanese language, literature and culture in and out of the classroom.

Careers are available in international business, journalism, law, medicine, education, federal government or nonprofits. Graduate study areas include Japanese language and literature, Japanese history and Asian studies.

What can I do with the diploma?

Careers are available in international business, journalism, law, medicine, education, federal government or non-profits. Graduate study areas include Japanese language and literature, Japanese history and Asian studies.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Dean's Seminar
Beginning Japanese
Intensive Beginning Japanese
Intermediate Japanese
Intensive Intermediate Japanese
Japanese Literature in Translation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Washington, D. C., United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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120

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Common Application
Financial Certificate
Photocopy of your Passport
International Credentials
Letters of Recommendation

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

69780 USD / year

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Out-of-State

69780 USD / year

≈ 69780 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

69780 USD / year

≈ 69780 USD / year

Living costs

Washington, D. C.

United States

1705 - 2975 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Key facts

What can I do with the diploma?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Washington, D. C.

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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