Sophia University, Japan | Study Abroad Opportunities

The Program

Sophia University, a John Carroll University exchange partner, was founded by Jesuits in 1913 and is based on the teachings of Christianity. Sophia University is located in the metropolis of Tokyo, capital of Japan. Students may choose to study at Sophia for a semester or an entire academic year.

Program Guide
Exchange Program FACT SHEET
Sophia University will offer a three-week session in the Summer. This could be combined with a semester-long program in the Fall Semester.

Financial Aid

Students participating on this exchange program are eligible to take all financial aid with the exception of work study to Sophia University. This includes scholarships, federal, and state aid.

Program Costs for academic year 2022-2023

Directly billed by JCU:

Tuition: $ 22,745
Administrative Fee: $1,000
Total Billed: $ 23,745

Estimated Costs (not billed by JCU)

Books & Supplies: $ 500
Personal Expenses: $4,000
Transportation: $2,100
Room: $3,600
Board: $2,000
Commuter Pass: $500
Insurance: $250
Total Indirect Costs: $ 12,950

TOTAL SEMESTER BUDGET: $ 36,695

Room and board are the responsibility of the students. Sophia University will invoice students for these costs.

For further information on studying at Sophia University please contact the Center for Global Education. The deadline for applications to study abroad for Fall Semester is March 1, and for Spring Semester is October 1.

For more information on Japan, please visit the following links:

CIA World Fact Book: Japan
State Department Consular Country Information: Japan
Centers for Disease Control: Japan
Wikipedia entry for Tokyo
Wikipedia entry for Japan