Why Choose the GLCA/ACM Program?
Office Support
The Japan Study Director, Program Associate, and Program Coordinator work from the main office at Earlham College in Richmond, Indiana. The current Resident Director and Program Associate have offices at Waseda’s Center for International Education. Japan Study provides assistance to students and their parents before, during, and after the study-abroad experience. Japan Study also provides technical support regarding the visa and I-20 applications. Our U.S. office also acts as a liaison between the Waseda student and the host college.
Orientation Programs
The Tokyo orientation is lead by our Program Associate at Waseda, Michiyo Nagayama. Over the period of several weeks, students will have the opportunity to work together to prepare for studying and living overseas. A broad range of issues are discussed, such as visas and insurance, as well as the higher education system in the U.S. and the basic course structure at a liberal arts college. On their U.S. campus, Waseda students attend orientation sessions with other international students followed by sessions for all new students to the college.
Liberal Arts Education
Liberal arts colleges in the U.S. enroll high caliber students. Upon graduation, many enter the nation’s best graduate, business, law, and other professional schools. Liberal arts colleges have competitive entrance requirements and rigorous academic standards. Through the Japan Study program, selected Waseda students are guaranteed placement into one of the GLCA/ACM colleges.
Classes at a Liberal Arts College
Liberal arts colleges are known for their small numbers, typically between 1000 - 2000 students, compared to public schools that where enrollment sometimes reaches 50,000. Former participants have commented on the importance of small class sizes (5 - 15 students) in helping them improve their English skills. Communication with the professor is an important part of a liberal arts education. Professors know their students by name and encourage small group discussion.
College Life in the U.S.
Students live in campus dormitories with American and other international students. This is the best environment for international students to learn about American culture and make new friends. There are many opportunities to become involved on campus through internships, community service, and travel. Former students have worked as teaching assistants for Japanese language departments, and others have volunteered at community organizations.
Alumni Network
Your study abroad experience will prepare you to take part in the international community. Career services offices and alumni networks are helpful in making connections that last a lifetime. In the future, these connections will be a valuable asset as you begin your own career. When students return to Waseda after their time abroad, they may continue to participate in Japan Study events on Waseda campus.
GLCA/ACM Colleges
Albion College
Location: Albion, Michigan
TOEFL Minimum: 79 IBT / 6.5 IELTS
Allegheny College
Location: Meadville, PA
TOEFL Minimum: 80 IBT / 6.0 IELTS
Beloit College
Location: Beloit, Wisconsin
TOEFL Minimum: 80 IBT/ 6.5 IELTS
Carleton College
Location: Northfield, Minnesota
TOEFL Minimum: 100 IBT / IELTS 7.0
Colorado College
Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado
TOEFL Minimum: 100 IBT / IELTS 7.0
Cornell College
Location: Mt. Vernon, Iowa
TOEFL Minimum: 79 IBT / 6.0 IELTS
Denison University
Location: Granville, Ohio
TOEFL Minimum: 80 IBT / 6.5 IELTS
Depauw University
Location: Greencastle, Indiana
TOEFL Minimum: 85 IBT / 6.5 IELTS
Earlham College
Location: Richmond, Indiana
TOEFL Minimum: 79 IBT / 6.0 IELTS
Grinnell College
Location: Grinnell, Iowa
TOEFL Minimum: 100 IBT / 7.0IELTS
Hope College
Location: Hope, Michigan
TOEFL Minimum: 79 IBT / 6.5 IELTS
Kalamazoo College
Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan
TOEFL Minimum: 84 IBT / 7.0 IELTS
Kenyon College
Location: Gambier Ohio
TOEFL Minimum: 100 IBT / 7.0 IELTS
Knox College
Location: Galesburg, Illinois
TOEFL Minimum: 80 IBT / 6.5 IELTS
Lawrence University
Location: Appleton, Wisconsin
TOEFL Minimum: 80 IBT / 6.5 IELTS
LUTHER COLLEGE
Location: Decorah, IA
TOEFL Minimum: 80 IBT / 6.5 IELTS
Monmouth College
Location: Monmouth, Illinois
TOEFL Minimum: 79 IBT / 6.5 IELTS
Oberlin College
Location: Oberlin, Ohio
TOEFL Minimum: 100 IBT / 7.0 IELTS
Ohio Wesleyan University
Location: Delaware, Ohio
TOEFL Minimum: 79 IBT / 6.5 IELTS
Ripon College
Location: Ripon, Wisconsin
TOEFL Minimum: 79 IBT / IELTS 6.5
St. olaf college
Location: Northfield, Minnesota
Number of Waseda Placements: 1
TOEFL Minimum: 90 IBT / 6.5 IELTS
wabash college
Location: Crawford, Indiana
TOEFL Minimum: 85 IBT / 6.5 IELTS
The College of Wooster
Location: Wooster, Ohio
TOEFL Minimum: 80 IBT