Courses and Fees
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Study Abroad Course
There are two types of courses: a preparatory course for higher education and a general course for employment and language study. Both courses are comprehensive Japanese language courses that enable students to acquire the four skills of listening, reading, speaking, writing.
Study period: 1 year and 3 months (1 year)~2 years
Type of visa: student visa
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Short Term Course
This course is for students who come to Japan with a short-stay visa to study Japanese in a short period of time. It provides a comprehensive study of the Japanese language.
Study period: 1 month~3 months
Type of visa: short-stay visa
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Course for Japanese Residents
This course is for Japanese residents who already have a visa that allows them to stay in Japan.It provides a comprehensive study of the Japanese language.
Study period: unlimited
Type of visa: visa with residence permission
Study Abroad Course
Students can come to Japan with a student visa and study Japanese for up to two years.
There are two types of courses: a preparatory course mainly designed to prepare students to enter Japanese universities, graduate schools, or vocational schools,
Both courses are comprehensive Japanese language courses that enable students to acquire the four skills of listening, reading, speaking, and writing, as well as learn Japanese culture.
Click here to learn how to obtain a student visa.
*Entrance requirements: Completion of 12 years of schooling or more.
| Admission Period | Study Period* | |
|---|---|---|
| Preparatory Course | General Course | |
| April | 2 years, (1 year) | 2 years, (1 year) |
| July | 1 year 9 months | 2 years, (1 year) |
| October | 1 year 6 months | 2 years, (1 year) |
| January | 1 year 3 months | 2 years, (1 year) |
*We also offer one year registration. Please contact us for details.
Class Times
| Day | Morning Classes | Afternoon Classes |
|---|---|---|
| Monday to Friday | 9:00am~12:30pm | 1:00pm~4:30pm |
Classes are determined by the school based on the results of the placement test. Students cannot decide their own class.
Fees
Tuition and other fees
| UNITAS Kofu | UNITAS Tokyo | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Period | 1 year | First 6 months* | Next 6 months | 1年 | First 6 months* | Next 6 months |
| Screening Fee | ¥20,000 | ¥20,000 | ¥0 | ¥20,000 | ¥20,000 | ¥0 |
| Admission Fee | ¥60,000 | ¥60,000 | ¥0 | ¥60,000 | ¥60,000 | ¥0 |
| Tuition fee | ¥550,000 | ¥295,000 | ¥295,000 | ¥620,000 | ¥330,000 | ¥330,000 |
| Other Expenses** | ¥100,000 | ¥50,000 | ¥50,000 | ¥90,000 | ¥45,000 | ¥45,000 |
| Insurance premium*** | ¥10,000 | ¥10,000 | ¥0 | ¥10,000 | ¥10,000 | ¥0 |
| Total | ¥740,000 | ¥435,000 | ¥345,000 | ¥800,000 | ¥465,000 | ¥375,000 |
*Depending on nationality, semiannual payment of tuition may not be possible, so please consult with us.
**Other expenses include the cost of textbooks, participation in extracurricular activities, and facilities.
***Students who come to the school with a student visa are required to be covered by the school's accident insurance.In addition to this insurance, students who come to the school with a student visa are also required to enroll in the National Health Insurance on their own.
| ①Before obtaining a student visa | ②Student visa is not issued/Withdrawal of Enrollment | ③After Enrollment (6-month payment) Less than 6 months into the course |
④After Enrollment (1-year payment) Less than 6 months into the course |
⑤After Enrollment (1-year payment) More than 6 months into the course |
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| Screening Fee | No refund | No refund | No refund | No refund | No refund |
| Admission Fee | No refund | No refund | No refund | No refund | |
| Tuition Fee | 100% refund | No refund | UNITAS Kofu ¥255,000 refund UNITAS Tokyo ¥290,000 refund |
No refund | |
| Other Expenses | 100% refund | No refund | UNITAS Kofu ¥50,000 refund UNITAS Tokyo ¥45,000 refund |
No refund | |
| Insurance premium | 100% refund | No refund | No refund | No refund | |
| Refund Processing Fee | At student cost | At student cost |
*[Refund of course fees after the second year] The refund policy in ③, ④ and ⑤ above will be applied.
*In the event that a student wishes to withdraw from a course, the student must hand in a withdrawal notification (paper document) by the month prior to the month of withdrawal.Verbal requests for withdrawal will not be accepted.
*The school insurance policy will be cancelled promptly upon withdrawal from the school.
What makes UNITAS unique!
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Classes with homeroom teachers
Classes will have homeroom teachers. Homeroom teachers provide guidance and consultation on everything from classes to daily life.
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You can choose prep classes!
Students at the Intermediate II level and above can choose to take the EJU Preparation Class, JLPT Preparation Class, etc. (UNITAS Kofu)
Students at the Intermediate I level and above can choose to take the University or Graduate School Preparation Class.(UNITAS Tokyo) -
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Experience Japanese culture!
At the Intermediate II level and above, students can take various Japanese art and culture classes.Some exmaples are tea ceremony, Koto, Chigiri-e, flower arrangement, calligraphy, and so on.
*Note: At the Tokyo campus, the Japanese cultural experience classes are not offered all year round, but only for a few months before the end of the school year in March. -
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Learn another foreign language!(Only at UNITAS Kofu)
Other foreign languages such as English, Chinese, and Spanish can also be studied at UNITAS Foreign Language Academy located in the same building.
| Level | Curriculum | Learning Objectives | Main Textbooks | Approimate Difficulty | CEFR |
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| (UNITAS Kofu) Beginner I (3 months) Beginner II (3 months) |
Hiragana/Katakana, Basic Grammar, Kanji, Listening Comprehension, Conversation, Reading Comprehension, Writing | At the beginner level, students will learn important basic grammar and be able to understand common words, phrases, and sentences written with basic kanji used in daily life, as well as be able to have short conversations. |
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JLPT N5 JLPT N4 |
A1 A2 |
| (UNITAS Tokyo) Beginner I (3 months) Beginner II (3 months) |
Hiragana/Katakana, Basic Grammar, Kanji, Listening Comprehension, Conversation, Reading Comprehension, Writing | Incorporating the latest learning theories, students learn Japanese language that can be used in real-life situations through actual communication between people. Students will enjoy learning while being exposed to Japanese culture and customs. |
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JLPT N5 JLPT N4 |
A1 A2 |
| Intermediate I (6 months) | Intermediate Grammar, Kanji, Listening Comprehension, Conversation, Reading Comprehension, Writing, N3 Grammar and Vocabulary, Elective Classes | In Intermediate I, students will study intermediate level Japanese. Students will read texts written about everyday topics, understand expressions at a slightly higher difficulty level, and be able to converse close to natural speed. |
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JLPT N3 | B1 |
| Intermediate II (6 months) | Intermediate Grammar, Kanji, Listening Comprehension, Conversation, Reading Comprehension, Writing, N2 Grammar and Vocabulary, Elective Classes | In Intermediate II, students will study at a higher intermediate level. Students will read texts on a wide range of topics, understand the flow of conversation and the intent behind expressions, and be able to converse almost naturally. |
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JLPT N2 | B1 B2 |
| Advanced (6 months) | Advanced Grammar, Kanji, Listening Comprehension, Conversation, Reading Comprehension, Writing, N1 Grammar and Vocabulary, Elective Classes | In the advanced level, students will be able to read logical, complex, and highly abstract texts, understand the structure and content of the text and the intent behind detailed expressions, and converse at a natural speed. |
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JLPT N1 | B2 C1 |
Short-Term Course
This course is for students who come to Japan with a short-stay visa to study Japanese for a short period of time.
Students can study comprehensive Japanese.
Recommended for those who wish to stay in Japan for a short period of time and for those who would like to experience learning Japanese.
| Admission Period | Application Dealine |
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| Every month (For beginners) April, July, October, January |
One month before starting the course |
Class Times
| Day | Morning Classes | Afternoon Classes |
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| Monday~Friday | 9:00am~12:30pm | 1:00pm~4:30pm |
Classes are determined by the school based on the results of the placement test. Students cannot decide their own class.
Fees
Tuition and other fees
| Screening* |
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| ¥10,000 |
| UNITAS Kofu | UNITAS Tokyo | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Period | 1 month | 2 months | 3 months | 1 month | 2 months | 3 months |
| Admission Fee | ¥10,000 | ¥10,000 | ¥10,000 | ¥10,000 | ¥10,000 | ¥10,000 |
| Tuition Fee | ¥50,000 | ¥100,000 | ¥150,000 | ¥55,000 | ¥110,000 | ¥165,000 |
| Other Expenses** | ¥10,000 | ¥20,000 | ¥30,000 | ¥10,000 | ¥20,000 | ¥30,000 |
| Total | ¥70,000 | ¥130,000 | ¥190,000 | ¥75,000 | ¥140,000 | ¥205,000 |
*Screening fee may differ depending on nationality. Please consult the school.
**The fee includes the cost of textbooks and extracurricular activities.
Cancellation before enrollment: Tuition and fees for "other expenses" will be refunded except for the admission fee.
Cancellation after enrollment: No refund will be made.
Short-stay visa is denied: Tuition and fees for "other expenses" will be refunded except for the screening and admission fee.
Remittance fees for refunds: Applicants are responsible for all domestic and international remittance fees.
Course for Japanese Residents
This course is for Japanese residents who already have a visa.
This is a comprehensive Japanese language course that enables students to acquire the four skills of listening, reading, speaking, and writing, which will prepare them for higher education and employment.
| Admission Period | Application Dealine |
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| Every month (For beginners) April, July, October, January |
One month before starting the course |
Fees
| UNITAS Kofu | UNITAS Tokyo | |
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| Admission Fee | ¥10,000 | ¥10,000 |
| Tuition Fee | ¥45,000/month | ¥50,000/month |
| Textbook Fee | Actual cost | Actual cost |
Cancellation before enrollment: You will receive a full refund.
Cancellation after enrollment: No refund will be made.
Remittance fees for refunds: Applicants are responsible for all remittance fees.
Other Courses for Japanese Residents
1. Private/Semi-Private lessons
A one-on-one or one-on-two personal lesson at a convenient time.
Class hours, textbooks, and class content will be decided upon consultation.
| Available Class Days | Class time | Level | Admission Period |
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| Monday~Saturday (Monday~Friday at UNITAS Tokyo) |
negotiable (Between 9:00am~4:00pm on Saturdays) |
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced | 1 month~2 years (Admissions accepted at any time) |
Fees
| UNITAS Kofu | UNITAS Tokyo | |
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| Admission Fee | ¥10,000 | ¥10,000 |
| Tuition Fee (9:00am~5:00pm) | ¥4,000 | ¥5,000 |
| Tuition Fee (After 5:00pm on Saturdays) | ¥4,500 | ― |
| Textbook Fee | Actual cost | Actual cost |
Semi-Private Lesson (one-on-two) Hourly rate
| UNITAS Kofu | UNITAS Tokyo | |
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| Admission Fee | ¥10,000 | ¥10,000 |
| Tuition Fee(9:00~17:00) | ¥2,600/student | ¥3,300/student |
| Tuition Fee(After 5:00pm on Saturdays) | ¥2,925/1student | ― |
| Textbook Fee | Actual cost | Actual cost |
2. Instructor Dispatch
We dispatch instructors for corporate training and language education at universities and vocational schools.
Please contact us for details on hours and fees.
How to Apply
Required Documents: Application form, Residence card or passport, 1 photo
Please bring the above documents to our school.
You can choose to pay by bank transfer or by Flywire.
| UNITAS Kofu bank transfer address | Bank Name | Head Office of Yamanashi Chuo Bank |
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| Bank Address | 1-20-8 Marunouchi Kofu Yamanashi Japan | |
| Account No. | 1680067 | |
| Account Name | Unitas Japanese Language School | |
| SWIFT | YCHBJPJT | |
| UNITAS Tokyo bank transfer address | Bank Name | Kiraboshi Bank, Ltd. Nishi Okubo Branch 043 |
| Bank Address | 5-9-2 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku Tokyo Japan | |
| Account No. | 4067903 | |
| Account Name | Unitas Inc. | |
| SWIFT | TOMIJPJT |
Flywire Money Transfer
Payments to UNITAS Japanese Language School can be made easily and securely through Flywire, an international payment service for educational institutions that accepts payments in more than 100 currencies and allows you to pay securely from your home bank. You can also choose other payment options (bank transfer, e-banking, credit card, etc.). You can also track your payment status via email/SMS notification. Please create a Flywire account from either of the designated pages below to complete the process
*Flywire is available in English, Chinese, and Japanese.
*For more information about Flywire, please visitwww.flywire.com
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