Keio University Summer Program
Experience Japan through Keio University's immersive two-month Summer Program in Tokyo. Join international peers for academic courses and cultural activities at one of Japan’s top universities.
Keio University Summer Program is a dynamic short-term academic experience designed for international students, hosted by one of Japan’s most prestigious universities in the heart of Tokyo. The program offers interdisciplinary courses taught in English, with a strong emphasis on Japanese society, culture, and global perspectives. Students benefit from an immersive learning environment that extends beyond the classroom through cultural excursions, campus events, and interactions with local students. Keio also provides support with housing arrangements and organizes enriching extracurricular activities to ensure a well-rounded experience in Japan.
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The information below was last updated in January 2026
Students are required to take a minimum of 4 courses and up to 8 courses maximum. Available course list for 2026 (scroll down to "Courses" section, please note it's subject to change).
4 Japanese credits = 1 HCE course (3 units) at UCalgary, though language courses are only 1 Japanese credit. Please check with your UCalgary academic advisor to ensure that the course(s) you are interested in taking will transfer back to your degree.
***In general if a student were to take 4 regular courses (8 Japanese credits = 6 units UCalgary), it should be possible to combine the credit to get credit for 2 UofC courses.
The two-month program runs from late May to the end of July. For 2026 it will run from May 25 to July 29, 2026.
Note, there is also a Keio Short-Term Japanese Studies Program (KJSP), two-week, non-credit-bearing program, which is held in February. Attending this term would mean that you are not able to attend the UCalgary winter semester.
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Costs
This is a Fee-Paying program, which means that you will pay tuition fees to Keio directly as well as any other required program fees such as housing, social events, etc. You will pay a $150 placement fee to UCalgary, but otherwise you will not owe any fees to UCalgary for this program.
Their program fee for 2026 is: 288,000 JPY (equivalent to around $2600 CAD).
*This amount is subject to change.
*Accommodation not included
*Includes the screening fee (18,000 JPY), registration fee (22,500 JPY), and tuition (247,500 JPY)*An additional fee of around 7,000 JPY will be charged by a company handling those payments. -
Funding
Fee-paying programs might be able to obtain additional funding. Students are responsible for verifying eligibility for any funding you wish to pursue at UCalgary. If you wish to apply for student loans, please confirm eligibility with Alberta Student Aid or your responsible loans provider. If you wish to apply for our office's awards, such as the Global Learning Award, note that your program must receive at least 3 units of academic credit at UCalgary to qualify.
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You can find some recommendations on their website: How to find housing in Japan
Applicants must be enrolled as full-time students in an undergraduate program at a partner university AND must be nominated by the home university and must not be currently studying in Japan. Must be fluent in English. No Japanese proficiency is required as all lectures are conducted in English.
Applicants must have completed at least one (1) full-year of studies at their home universities prior to participating in the Program, with a minimum cumulative 2.5 GPA, but 3.0 preferred.
Important Visa Info: Japanese citizens must travel on their Japanese passport.
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Application to UCalgary
Please submit an applicaton in the UCalgary application system, RAISA. Your application must be submitted by the UCalgary deadline, which is advertised in the yellow banner at the top of this page.
In RAISA, you will be asked some basic questions about your interest in studying abroad, and confirm that you understand this is a Fee-Paying program.
By applying in RAISA, the UCalgary Global Learning office will better be able to support your preparation to travel, including providing resources for your safety abroad and guidance on the academic transfer credit process.
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Application to Keio
Independent of your UCalgary RAISA application, you must also submit an application to Keio. Your Global Learning Advisor will send you a reminder to apply, but it is your responsibility to gather the necessary documents and submit them to Keio following their provided instructions and deadlines.
Have questions?
The Global Learning Advisor for this program is: Andrea Santos V.
How to Apply
Identify your programs of interest
We recommend applying for your top three programs by the priority deadline. If you are applying to a mixture of fee-paying and exchange or research programs, please consult with a Global Learning Advisor. Fee-paying programs often have different timelines; we can help identify if your desired programs are competitive or any other unique considerations.
Check requirements and deadlines
Please review the "Eligibility and application requirements" section above. Some fee-paying programs require students to apply both to UCalgary and to the host university, while others may have different instructions. If you are uncertain about application procedures, you are welcome to contact a Global Learning Advisor and/or the host university for guidance.
Start your application
Be mindful that if your desired program requires applying both to UCalgary and to the host university, there may be different timelines for each application. Make note of the requirements for each application, prepare in advance when possible, and ensure you don't miss the deadline!
International travel presents challenges that may not be found when attending classes on campus. There may be a lack of resources, emergency services, hospitals, accessibility issues and/or demands on the physical and the mental self, all of which can challenge individuals when away from their usual support systems and structures. Adequate preparation is essential.
For this reason, it is imperative that you evaluate all aspects of your own physical, psychological, emotional and spiritual condition against the rigors of the particular global learning program you are selecting. If you are unsure of whether or not this program is a good fit for you and/or if you have any circumstances that could impede your enjoyment of the program, please contact us. Our Global Learning Advisors will be happy to assist in finding the best options for you and arrange any supports or accommodations necessary to ensure your success.
If you have or are seeking a certificate from Student Accessibility Services, you should provide this early to your Global Learning Advisor to ensure that the option that you are seeking can support your needs.
Please note: All participants must adhere to COVID-19 and other vaccination-related requirements for the destinations visited on this program. Failure to do so may have consequences such as being denied access to accommodation/housing, program activities, or to the host country itself.