FAQs -Frequently Asked Questions-
Application
Q. My university does not have a partnership with Senshu University. Am I eligible to attend the Japanese Language Program?
A. You are very welcome to participate in our program. We provide four-term (Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter) programs throughout the year.
Q. Is a black and white photocopy of my passport acceptable?
A black and white photocopy of your passport is acceptable. Your photo should be taken within the last three months.
Q. Can I apply if I am in Japan already?
A. Of course! You are welcome to our program even if you are in Japan already.
Q. May I submit my application forms through email?
A. Unfortunately, online submission of the application form is unavailable due to file server constraints. Sorry for inconvenience!
Q. If I apply for two terms but decide to study more, do I have to pay the application fee again? And would I need to send additional application materials, such as university transcripts, etc.?
A. If you would like to take two terms in a row, you do not have to pay the application fee twice. And we need only one university transcript. Please note that the transcript must be original or a certified true copy of the original.
Q. I want to apply for the Spring, Summer and Fall term, when will I know if I am accepted or not? If for some reason, I can not continue to do the Fall term, will I get my money back for it?
A. The results of the placement test from all applicants will determine whether the class you will be enrolled in is organized or not (See our website of “Application Process”). Let us suppose that your class is organized; the final acceptance letter will be given with receipt of your tuition fee.
The tuition fees for several series of terms cannot be paid all at once. (e. g. During the summer term, you will have time to decide if you take the Fall term or not. After making up your mind, you can make a payment for the Fall term by the deadline.) Please note that amounts paid are non-refundable.
Finance
Q. Can I pay in installments?
A. Unfortunately, you need to pay the entire program cost at one time.
Q. Can I apply for financial assistance?
A. Unfortunately, financial assistance is unavailable for this program.
Arrival
Q. Is a shuttle bus service or transportation from the airport provided?
A. No, you are responsible for your own transportation to and from the airport. Please see the map. Tokyo (or Kanagawa) is covered by a dense network of train, subway and bus lines, which are operated by about a dozen different companies.
Health Insurance
Q. Should I buy health insurance?
A. We require purchasing health insurance before departure. If you do not meet this requirement, we will refuse to allow you to participate in our program.
Q. Does the university offer health insurance? If so, how much is it per month?
A. Unfortunately, Senshu University health insurance is exclusively for the full- time students, not for international students.
Transferable Credits
Q. If I complete this program, are credits transferable to my university?
A. It depends on your university, so please check with your university.
Visa
Q. I would like to take the fall term course after the summer term. Can I extend my Temporary Visitor Visa?
A. Unfortunately, you cannot extend your visa. Please refer to the following website.
Dormitory
Q. I want to know the location of the dormitory and campus exactly, where are they? Is it in Tokyo? Can we go to campus from the dorm on foot? How long does it takes? Or do we have to take public transportation?
A. Our dorm called "Kokusai Kenshu-Kan" is in Kawasaki-city in Kanagawa which is a neighboring prefecture of Tokyo. From Mukogaokayuen (the nearest station from the dorm) to Shinjuku (one of the major stations of Tokyo), it takes around 25 minutes by express train. You can go to the campus from the dorm on foot. It takes only 10 minutes on foot.
Q. Can I have a single occupancy room in a dormitory?
A. No, single occupancy rooms are unavailable. You will have two or three roommates.
Q. Can I bring my laptop or computer, and are connections available?
A. You are welcome to bring your own laptop with you. Individual internet plug-ins are available in the PC room and the 1st floor of the dormitory also has a wireless connection. Also, you can use the internet on campus.
Q. Is the internet connection free in the dorm?
A. Yes. The wireless/the plug-in internet connection are all included in the accommodation fee.
Q. I want to stay at the dorm after the program ends. Can I lengthen my stay in the dormitory?
A. It is possible, depending on your flight schedule, but the maximum extension is three days. Also, we charge extra for lengthened stays. If you need to, please let us know about it as soon as you can.
Q. How much do we pay per use of the washing machines?
A. Washing machines of the dorm can be used free of charge.
Q. If I want to cook rice and other food, how will it be? May I bring my own rice cooker and can I place it in my room?
A. You are welcome to use dorm's cooking facilities; rice cookers, refrigerators, gas cookers, microwave ovens and etc. Of course, you can bring your own cooking equipment. You can keep your own kitchen tools in your room as your personal belongings. Please check the voltage of home appliances that you might take with you, you might need a transformer. Since they are heavy to bring here, we recommend you to use our kitchen equipment during your short stay in Japan.
Q. I would like to travel around Japan after the program ends. Does the university offer storage services? If so, how much does it cost?
A. You can leave your stuff (like heavy suitcases) at the office in the dorm during the days between terms for free. Please note that we are not responsible for any valuables.
Campus & Neighborhood Facilities
Q. Will I be able to join the University clubs?
A. Basically, you can join university clubs. At this point, we cannot guarantee that you will be accepted to the club of your choice. It all depends on the policy and time schedule of each club.
Q. How can l find information about surrounding area?
A. There is a booklet called "Mukogaoka Yuen Town Guide" introducing the surrounding area of Mukogaoka Yuen station and was produced and published by Associate Professor Mariko Kurosawa and her seminar students. It is a user-friendly comprehensive guidebook overflowing with 30 highlights introduced through color photos.
Q. Will I be issued with a student card for traveling?
A. You will be issued a student card by Senshu University. You can use this card as I.D. rather than for discount purposes. If you wish to have a International Student Identity Card, please refer to the following URL:
Q. Do ATMs in Japan have a Cirrus link facility? or Maestro link facility?
A. You can withdraw your money with Cirrus and Maestro credit cards at the Yucho Bank ATM located in any Japanese Post Office. The following URL might answer your questions. Please refer to it for your ATM inquiry.
The Global ATM outlets are located at a post office near the dormitory, and at other locations near Shinjuku and Machida stations.
