Kyoto 2022

Kyoto, Japan : Summer 2022

Kyoto is the cultural heart of Japan. The former home of the Emperor, Kyoto was the capital of Japan for over 1,000 years. This rich cultural history lives on through Kyoto's people, food, shrines, temples, gardens, and festivals. Students will earn three to six units of CSU/UC transferable credits towards their degree while experiencing the beauty and uniqueness of Kyoto and the Kansai area. In addition to Kyoto's cultural and historic charms, students will also have the opportunity to visit Nara and the nearby, neon-lit metropolis of Osaka.

Program Dates
Depart the U.S. : Friday, June 24, 2022
Arrive in Kyoto : Saturday, June 25, 2022
Depart Kyoto : Saturday, July 23, 2022

street view of a small town in Japan

Students from any community college or university can participate in our study abroad programs as long as they meet the following eligibility requirements: a cumulative GPA of 2.5 in at least 12 units of previous college level course work at an accredited college. First semester students enrolled in 12 units may be accommodated if their campus coordinator approves a progress report. Students must be at least 18-years-old by the program start date.

The Kyoto program is not accepting additional applicants.

Scholarship and Financial Aid Information+-

Financial Aid

Pell eligible students may receive half of their Pell Grant award (about $1600) if they enroll in 6 or more units. Students may also apply for loans during the spring semester for use in the summer. Check with the financial aid office for the final day to apply for loans (usually around April). Students are eligible for the tuition waiver during the summer intersession.

Scholarship

In order to minimize your reliance on financial aid/loans be sure to budget, plan, fundraise, and apply to as many scholarships as possible.

Review Mt. SAC Study Abroad Advisor Casandra Rubio's scholarship worksheet and make an appointment with your study abroad advisor, writing center, or faculty for scholarship writing assistance.

The Gilman scholarship awards Pell Grant eligible students (required) a maximum of $5,000 per program (usually $2,000-$3,000).
Deadline: first Tuesday of October for winter and spring programs (or you can submit early for summer and fall) and the first Tuesday of March for summer and fall programs (or submit early for winter and spring).

The Fund For Education Abroad (FEA) scholarship provides a large quantity of awards (around $2000) to study abroad students. Deadlines for fall 2022, summer 2022, and academic year 2022-2023: November 15, 2021 - January 20, 2022. Your college's financial aid page will likely have information about internal and external scholarships. Citrus College's internal scholarships open in the spring and close in May.

View our scholarship and fundraising information sheet for additional resources.

Click here to view the slides from our recent Funding Your Study Abroad presentation. (PDF file)

Why Choose this Program?+-

Academics and Eligibility Requirements

This program allows you to study in Kyoto, Japan while enrolled in Citrus College courses; the courses are UC and/or CSU transferable.

Personal

Study abroad is a transformative, life-altering experience that will broaden students' understanding of themselves and the world. There are numerous tangible benefits for study abroad alumni including: increased self-confidence, improved GPA, lower unemployment rates, and higher starting salaries. Check out UC Merced's What Statistics Show about Study Abroad Students page for more information.