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ADMISSION INTAKE |
2010 October Entry
The application opens early in April.
The deadline is on or before April 30, 2010.
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assessment test
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INTERVIEW
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We visit neighboring countries to recruit best students.
We also conduct interviews telephonically with applicant's financial supporters.
To find out interview schedule for 2010, please call or email us.
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Welcome to SIA
The Sun-A International Academy(SIA) was founded in April 2002 and is located in Tokyo Downtown.
We have approximately 148 students, with the capability to enroll more
students during the school year.
We accept qualified students on a Pre-College Visa to our yearlong full-time program.
It is our commitment to promoting diversity by welcoming students of all races, nationalities and creeds.
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Student Profile
Students come to SIA from such countries as China, Taiwan, Korea, Myanmmar,
Bangladesh, Thailand, Australia, Russia, Switzerland and Algeria Africa
as well.
College Placement
Almost all of SIA graduating students have been accepted to 4-year colleges
and graduate schools, including some vocational schools
Accreditation
The SIA is an independent private school and fully accredited by the Association
for the Promotion of Japanese Language Education. Our most recent re-accreditation took place in 2009. |
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College Preparatory Japanese - Yearlong Program
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Application Process
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Mastering the basics in Japanese is the first preparatory step to international
students planning on going to college in Japan.
The yearlong program provides the perfect pathway for international students
who are serious about attending college.
The academy can help you achieve
your goals.
| JAPANESE YEARLONG PROGRAM for COLLEGE PREPARATION |
| 2 yearlong (AFP2) |
two years of full-time resident study of Japanese
for entery beginning
in April |
| 1.5 yearlong (AFP1.5) |
one and a half years of full-time resident study of Japanese for entry beginning in October |
Which one is right for you?
While 2 yearlong program students are required to take a much broader range
of courses than 1.5 yearlong program students, however, both program students
graduate with degrees that can be used not only in attending college lectures
but also, for a wide spectrum of jobs in the real world. |
Applicants must complete the download application forms and pay the application
fee by wire transfer. Be sure to submit to the Academy all forms with supporting
documents on application checklist before the deadline.
Please read the "application checklist" carefully to ensure that all required supporting documents are ready
for submittal.
- Application Forms
download the forms in PDF format
- Application Fee of Jp20,000
pay application fee by bank-to-bank wire transfer service
- Supporting Documents
provide documents necessary to be presented to
Tokyo Regional Immigration Bureau for Visa application.
| APPLICATION DEADLINES |
| 2 yearlong program |
on or before October 31
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| 1.5 yearlong program |
on or before April 30
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The academy will review application files for admission based on academic
records, purpose to pursue college study in Japan, and level of Japanese
learning experience. |
Program Overview
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Academic & Language Requirements
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The yearlong program provides a very strong college-preporatory curriculum
and through authentic lessens, focuses on developing all language skills
in listerning comprehension, oral expression, reading and writing.
Strong emphasis is also placed on building the Japanese "Kanji"
vocabulary through magazine reading and paper writing.
And furthermore,students are evaluated through quizzes, tests and exams,
as well as through oral exams. >> click more information
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2 yearlong |
1.5 yearlong |
| # classes per week |
5 days
Monday thro Friday |
5 days
Monday thro Friday |
Class Hour
(2 shifts in AM & PM) |
8:50am-12:10pm
13:00pm-16:20pm |
8:5am0-12:10pm
13:00pm-16:20pm |
# lessons per week
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20 lessens
(a 45min-lesson) |
20 lessens
(a 45min-lesson) |
| total lessons |
80 weeks |
60 weeks |
| Curriculum Levels |
| At SUN-A the curriculum presents a 3-tiered approach of five proficiency
levels, following the JLPT Framework |
| Progress in levels: |
| Students are expected to progress through the curriculum levels
within the time Frame assigned for each level over academic years. |
| Assessing levels: |
| The entry level test to determine the proficiency level of each student
is given on the first day of school to form class groups based on their
test scores. The student will be assessed again on achievement
test at the end of each level to make sure that they have achieved mastery of
the previous level. Then, students can move on to the next level
classes suited to their knowledge and skills. |
| Understanding the SUN-A levels: |
| The table below shows the SUN-A Levels and 3-tiered
approach, as well as three reference scales. |
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Applicants must meet at least one of the following academic criteria to
be considered for admission:High School Certificate; or equivalent International Baccalaureate; or
a qualification from a recognized higher education institution.
Document Proof of Language Proficiency:
The yearlong program is not designed for students completely new to Japanese
and open only to: those who have passed the JLPT Level 'N5' exam or already have at least
150 hours of study background in Japanese.
Pre-Student Visa Application
Pre-College Visa:
Once acceped by the Academ applicants must begin to apply for a Pre-college Visa.
The Academy expedites the visa application process for them.
Supporting Documents:
TheTokyo Regional Immingration Bureau exames all informations on supporting documents to identify whether such documents
reasonably appear to be genuine and prove the sponsor's financial ability.
If approved, the certificate of Eligibilty in the applicant's name will
be issued to the Academy.
The final step in the visa application process is the mandatory interview at the Japan Embassy or Consulate in applicant's home country or country of residence.
VISA APPLICATION THREE-STEP PROCESS
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step1
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The Academy reviews application files for admission.
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step2
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The Tokyo Regional Immigration office reviews all applicant documents and
supporting materials.
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approx. two and a half months
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step3
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The final step is a formal proceeding with a face-to-face interviewing
by the Embassy or Consulate of Japan.
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approx. 2 weeks to one month
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Tier 1
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Tier 2
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Tier 3
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underlying approach
for core skills and
basic knowledge
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test-taking
strategy approach
for college entrance
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Practical approach
for college-level
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Elementary
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Intermediate
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Advanced
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SUN-A
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A1
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A2
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B1
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C
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N5
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N4
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N3
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N2
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N1
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CEFR
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intermediate
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Advanced low
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Advanced mid
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Advanced high
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Super
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Tuition & Fees
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Most Japan's universities and colleges use scores of the JLPT or/and the EJU as admission criteria for international students while
the others apply their own entrance exams.
The preparation for JLPT Level exam is a part of the yearlong program.
Students are taught the specific skills which are tested on the JLPT and
strategies for test-taking.
At Sun-A the curriculum is accompanied by a series of five levels following
the JLPT Framework Level.
Standard lesson time table per level in hours(weeks):
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JLPT |
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AFP2 |
AFP1.5 |
Levels |
Description |
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440
(22) |
240
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N1
(L-1) |
Can understand speech in a variety of challenging situations. Can grasp nuance and progression of ideas in abstract and complex materials. Kanji:~2,000,Vocabulary:~10,000 |
| B2 |
340
(17) |
280
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N2
(L-2) |
Can read written materials on general topics and understand conversations
and news at natural speed.Kanji:~1,000,Vocabulary:~6,000 |
| B1 |
400
(20) |
340
(17) |
N3 |
Can understand native materials if rewritten with simplified vocabulary
and kanji. Can follow everyday conversations at natural speed.
Kanji:~650,Vocabulary:~3,750 |
| A2 |
220
(11) |
200
(10) |
N4
(L-3) |
Can understand daily-life conversations, if spoken slowly. Can read simple
materials aimed at non-native speakers. Kanji:~300,Vocabulary:~1500 |
| A1 |
200
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140
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N5
(L-4) |
Can understand classroom phrases with hiragana and very simple kanji.
Can understand patterned phrases and glean needed information
Kanji:~100,Vocabulary:~800 |
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The first-year tax-included cost is tuition and fees of Jp638,000, payable in full at beginning or in semesterly installments.
The second-year cost is Jp588,000 for a 2 yearlong program and approximately half of the cost for a 1.5
yearlong program. The breakdown is:
- Administrative Fee: Jp50,000 at entry
- Tuition: Jp480,000 per year
- Mandatory & Field Trip Activity Fees: Jp40,000 per year
- Book & Material Fees: Jp40,000 per year
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Year-2 |
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Jp638,000 |
Jp588,000
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Jp638,000 |
Jp294,000 |
Financial Aid
There is no financial aid available through the academy. Students must
provide proof of financial ability to meet the year cost before a visa
is isssued.>>click more information
The named scholarships will be available to a limited number of our academy
students as selected based upon grade point average, class involvement
and interview score.
国際連合大學私費留学生育英資金貸与事業
United Nations University (UNU) provides self-financed students from developing
countries with the reimbursable funds necessary to study in Japan through
Japanese universities participating in the Program.
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Other Learning Opportunities
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Part-time Work
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In addition to in-class learning, Students have the chance to practice
Japanese in a relaxed setting on field trips and gain cultural awarness
through neighbor community involvement such as arts and crafts exhabition
and Bon festival yukata-kimono dance.
- Sample activities include: Tokyo Disneyland, Sea World, Kabuki play appreciation
and more.
- Activities are included in the tuition.
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就学生は一部経済的収入の手段や社会的な体験の場として、「資格外活動許可書の取得」及び「労働時間と職種の制約」において、アルバイトが認められています。その場合でも次の職種は禁止します。また新入生は学業に支障が生ずる場合があるため、学業生活に慣れるまでの当初の期間はアルバイトを禁じます。
禁止職種：危険が伴う職種、人体に有害な職種、法令に違反する職種、風俗営業に係わる職業。
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Milestone years |
東京入国管理局より「適正校」選定通知：
2009/9/9 本校は昨年同様に、東京入国管理局より適正校(在籍管理が適正に行われていると認められる教育機関)に選定される。これにより2010年度本校入学生は原則として在留期間１年３月又は1年が付与されます。
〈独）日本学生支援機構「留学生借り上げ宿舎支援事業」実施：
2009/8/15 （財）日本語教育振興協会は認定された日本語教育機関などを支援対象校として、
就学生に宿舎を提供するために民間宿舎などを借り上げる（あるいはすでに借り上げている）
場合に支援金を交付。なお、同一就学生の入居期間は原則１年。条件を満たしていれば、
年度ごとに何度でも申請可。公募期間は10/31まで。 |
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J-Pop Culture Sites |
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| Japanese site in Anime & Manga アニメ・漫画の日本語 |
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| ハナ女子大学 部員募集中 |
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DOWNLOADS
Forms & Applications
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Student Guide to Japan
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| immigration issue |
| With the increasing number of overstaying foreigners to work illegally
and even to engage in criminal activities, the Justice Ministry's Immigration
Bureau of Japan has ordered that stricter screening procedures be used
for admission to applicants applying for pre-college student visas from
countries with the highest number of visa overstayers. |
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| our issue |
The academy has identified recommendations for nagative change to regulations
related to immigration and the Japanese language education industry. The
accademy believe these changes will allow the membres of our industry to
work together with government to actively promot Japan as an ideal destination
for international students.
> An applicant must be accepted for academic study purpose in Japan.
> An applicant must prove that sufficient funds are or will be available from an identified and reliable financial source to defray all living and school expenses during the entire period of anticipated study in Japan.
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| ビザ申請許認可 |
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 Immigration Bureau
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan(visas)
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan(overseas)
 法務省東京入国管理局
外務省日本国査証
在外公館リスト
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Disclaimer:
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Our information is accurate at the time of publication. However, the School
reserves the right to cancel or amend if circumstances require it.
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Sometimes the School take
photos and videos during
our courses
which may be used for
promotional purposes.
Please advise at the time of
booking if you do not wish to
appear in any promotional
material including our school
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