Overview

You will learn to read, write, and communicate in Japanese.

Learning outcomes

You will gain a high level of language proficiency, analytical and cognitive skills, transcultural competencies in small group settings and interactions with natives, study abroad courses and/or experiences at our exchange partner institutions including Japan Center of Michigan Universities, Kansai Gaikokugo University, and more.
Japanese Language and Culture graduates at Eastern Michigan University are highly prepared for various careers in the Humanities as well as Business. They also routinely work in an international setting such as Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Program as well as other private companies in Japan.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Japanese Composition
Japanese Conversation
Japanese for International Trade
Business Japanese
Culture of Japan
Readings on Japanese Culture

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-24 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-04 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , National

More details

EMU accepts applications for admission on a rolling basis throughout the year. However, it’s best to apply as early as possible

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended

Campus Location

Ypsilanti, 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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Other requirements

General requirements

Fill out the application
Submit Official Documents to university
Submit English Proficiency
Submit Financial Documentation for the I-20 Process

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

16478 USD / year

≈ 16478 USD / year
Out-of-State

16478 USD / year

≈ 16478 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

16478 USD / year

≈ 16478 USD / year

Living costs

Ypsilanti

United States

1000 - 1500 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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Overview

Learning outcomes

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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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

Ypsilanti

Funding

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