Why BCA Sapporo?

With so many study abroad options available, we want you to know what makes BCA Sapporo different from others. Here are some points to consider when choosing the program that’s right for you.

Great for Majors

Japanese language
Philosophy, religious studies

Off the Beaten Path

BCA believes in study center sites that are slightly off the beaten path so our students mingle and meet local students and those from other countries, rather than just other Americans.

Cultural Immersion

Live with a Japanese host family, which will help you improve your proficiency in Japanese, learn about Japanese culture and create a network of friends.

Expert Resident Director

Full-time, on-site director, Dr. Jason Barrows.

Hokusei Gakuen University

The University has worked with BCA since 1988 to provide the best cultural immersion experience for students interested in learning more about Japanese language and culture.
Hokusei Gakuen University has a student enrollment of about 6,000 and offers courses in English literature, social work, information management, economics, and business.
Independent study options are encouraged and supported, and internships are available.
In addition to the courses offered by the university, BCA students are required to spend 12 credit hours per week in Japanese language instruction.

Excursions and Activities

Before the term starts, you will take a study tour throughout Japan as an introduction to Japanese culture and history.
Encounter the old, traditional Japan of Kyoto and Nara and marvel at the rebuilt Japan in Hiroshima.
BCA students have access to a wide variety of student clubs at the university.

E-mail us with your questions

inquiry@bcaabroad.org

Study Abroad FAQ’s

Questions? Please call:

1-866-222-6188

Program Details

Dates

Language of Instruction

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Housing

Resident Director

GPA Requirement

Required Courses