ICLC offers three courses aligned with the level and needs of learners.
Long-term Course (Student Visa)
There are five term-lengths for this course: 2 years, 1 year 9 months, 1 year 6 months, 1 year 3 months, and 1 year.
There are two types of classes: classes that focus on daily Japanese conversation, and classes that develop the four skills of listening, speaking, writing and reading while aiming to pass the JLPT tests.
In the conversation-focused class, students will learn basic grammar, vocabulary and conversation practices to reach a level necessary for daily life in Japan.
In the 4 skills and JLPT class, studens will aim to acquire Japanese language ability required for attending university, vocational schools, and for working in Japan.
Teachers will support students’ future plans through individual counceling.
| Type of Visa | Student Visa |
|---|---|
| Target Level | Beginner ~ Advanced *Some countries may be required to study 150 hours prior to applying under immigration laws. |
| Application Period | ・April Admission: September 1 - end October of prior year ・July Admission: December 1 - end of January of prior year ・October Admission: March 1 - end April of prior year ・January Admission: June 1 - end of July of prior year ＊Admission will be closed once numbers reach class capacity. |
| Class Time | Half-day lessons either in the morning or in the afternoon ・Morning Class 8:45-12:00 ・Afternoon Class 13:15-16:30 (90 minutes x 2 lessons, 5 days a week, Monday to Friday) |
| Tuition | ・1 year: ￥861,000 ・1 year and 3 months: ￥1,065,000 ・1 year and 6 months: ￥1,251,000 ・1 year and 9 months: ￥1,437,000 ・2 years: ￥1,623,000 *The prices above includes entrance fees. |
Short Term Course
This is a course for those visiting Japan temporarily on a tourist visa or working holiday visa.
Students can take classes that match their Japanese language ability.
Admission periods are January, April, July, October with the option to extend their studies after 3 months.
In the beginner level, classes focus on conversation and cultural activities.
In the introductory to advanced levels, various textbooks are used to improve students’ comprehensive Japanese language ability.
| Type of Visa | Tourist, Working Holiday, and other Short-term Stay |
|---|---|
| Target Level | Beginner ~ Advanced |
| Application Period | ・April Admission ・July Admission ・October Admission ・January Admission ＊Please apply at least 2 weeks before each term starts. |
| Class Time | Half-day lessons either in the morning or in the afternoon ・Morning Class 8:45-12:00 ・Afternoon Class 13:15-16:30 (90 minutes x 2 lessons, 5 days a week, Monday to Friday) |
| Tuition | Entrance Fee: ￥33,000 Tuition: ￥180,000 |
Residents Course
This course is for foreigners residing in Japan on working, dependent, spouse or permanent residency visas.
Students can take classes that match their Japanese language level.
Students can choose from either the class that focus on essential Japanese daily expressions, or the class what studies comprehensive Japanese skills together with JLPT practices.
| Type of Visa | Family Stay, Spouse, Resident, Permanent Resident, Work, SOFA, etc. |
|---|---|
| Target Level | Beginner |
| Application Period | ・April Admission ・October Admission ＊Please apply at least 2 weeks before each term starts. |
| Class Time | Half-day lessons either in the morning or in the afternoon ・Morning Class 8:45-12:00 ・Afternoon Class 13:15-16:30 (90 minutes x 2 lessons, 5 days a week, Monday to Friday) |
| Tuition | Entrance Fee: ￥33,000 Tuition: ￥138,000 |