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Program Overview
Nagoya Gakuin University is located in the fourth-largest city in Japan. The
campus community is a quiet haven in the middle of a vibrant Nagoya. It
offers a mix of natural beauty and dynamic architecture, making it an ideal
place to study overseas.
Academics
Students accepted into the UNC Wilmington exchange program with
Nagoya Gakuin University will receive credit toward their degree
requirement for some majors.
Program Facts
Location........................................Nagoya, Japan
City Population......................................2 million
Campus Enrollment....................................5,000
Program Type
Exchange and Study Abroad
Program Dates
Full Year
September to July
Spring
April to July
For international students, NGU provides the opportunity for intense
study in Japanese language and culture. The Institute for Japanese
Studies at NGU offers five levels of intensive Japanese language
studies as well as a broad range of Japanese Studies classes
covering areas such as Japanese history, politics, religion, ceramics,
economics and the natural environment.
Housing
Most UNCW students live in the International Seminar House. The Seminar
House is composed of dual occupancy dorm-type rooms with community
areas for cooking, studying and relaxation. Your floormates will be other
international students from around the world. Off campus housing may
also be obtained. Meals are available at a variety of inexpensive student
cafeterias.
Application Deadlines
Full Year..................................................March 1
Spring Semester.................................October 15
Eligibility
Students are eligible to apply for this program
if they meet the following eligibility criteria:
• .Degree-seeking student
• .At least Sophomore standing at time of participation
• Good judicial standing
• 3.0+ GPA at time of application
Learn more at www.uncw.edu/international
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Student Life
Abroad!
Social life is an integral part of the NGU experience. NGU offers a
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wide variety of extra-curricular and sporting activities, including
football, basketball, archery, horseback riding, karate, skiing,
photography and music. The university also offers ceramic art and Shodo
painting, both a strong part of the Japanese culture.
This program is available as an Exchange or as a
Study Abroad Program:
•Exchange – This means you pay your regular
tuition and fees to UNCW, and your room and
board abroad.
Surrounding Areas
Located in the heart of Japan, the university is convenient to the
cities of Kyoto (50 minutes by train), Nara (two hours by train),
Tokyo (two hours by bullet train), and Chiba — home of Japan’s
Disneyland (three hours by bullet train). Tours and excursions are
also affordable means of seeing the beauty and grandeur of Japan.
Both mountain and ocean venues are easily reached within two
hours.
•Study Abroad – This means you pay your
tuition, fees, room and board directly to NGU.
With each option, there will be additional
costs for international airfare, passport, health
insurance, local transportation, Japan student
visa, and an exit tax. Please meet with an
advisor at the Office of International Programs
to discuss which option is best for you.
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Financial Aid & Scholarships
Federal and state financial aid may be
applied toward this program. Even if you are
normally ineligible for financial aid, you
should submit a financial aid application
(FAFSA). You may find that you are eligible
for additional funding.
UNCW students may also apply for a UNCW
Education Abroad Grant and additional study
abroad scholarships. Grant applications and
additional information are available at
www.uncw.edu/international/abroad/aid.html.
Web Sites
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Nagoya Gakuin University:
www.ngu.ac.jp
Nagoya Tourism Information:
www.japan-guide.com/e/e2155.html
UNCW Office of International Programs:
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