Schedule
These are program start dates and application deadlines for KCP Japanese language study.
KCP Program Dates
KCP Study in Japan
Whether you choose to learn the Japanese language during one of these terms or customize your KCP terms, if you plan to enroll in an extended or academic year program (staying longer than six months), we strongly recommend that you (1) apply for your first term at least six months in advance, and (2) apply for a visa as well.
KCP has started offering many of its classes online, including our popular summer options. For more information on our online options, please click here.
COVID-19 Update: Program participants, click here for more details. Fall single terms arrival on tourist visa’s might open next month. Stay updated by visiting our Covid page for ongoing updates.
2023 SCHEDULE
| SEMESTER PROGRAMS | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KCP Term | Beginning Date | Ending Date | Application Deadline | Payment Deadline |
| Winter | Jan 6, 2023 | Mar 24, 2023 | Oct 8, 2022 | Nov 7, 2022 |
| Spring | Apr 4, 2023 | Jun 21, 2023 | Jan 4, 2023 | Feb 3, 2023 |
| Fall | Oct 6, 2023 | Dec 22, 2023 | Jul 8, 2023 | Aug 7, 2023 |
| EXTENDED PROGRAMS | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KCP Term | Beginning Date | Ending Date | Application Deadline | Payment Deadline |
| Spring Extended | Jan 6, 2023 | Jun 21, 2023 | Aug 20, 2022 | Nov 7, 2022 |
| Fall Extended | Jul 4, 2023 | Dec 22, 2023 | Jan 2, 2023 | May 5, 2023 |
| Academic Year | Oct 6, 2023 | Jun 21, 2024 | Apr 6, 2023 | Aug 7, 2023 |
| SUMMER PROGRAMS | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KCP Term | Beginning Date | Ending Date | Application Deadline | Payment Deadline |
| Summer | Jul 4, 2023 | Sep 17, 2023 | Apr 5, 2023 | May 5, 2023 |
| Summer Short-Term | Jun 21, 2023 | Aug 11, 2023 | Apr 23, 2023 | May 22, 2023 |
Note: Dates subject to change without prior notice. If a deadline falls on a Sunday or holiday, application/payment is due at the KCP office or sponsor school the workday before the deadline.
Students attending the summer program and who will be continuing for fall (i.e. Fall Extended) will have their summer final exam approximately one week later than the published date above.
Late Application Request2024 SCHEDULE
| SEMESTER PROGRAMS | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KCP Term | Beginning Date | Ending Date | Application Deadline | Payment Deadline |
| Winter | Jan 9, 2024 | Mar 27, 2024 | Nov 10, 2023 | Nov 25, 2023 |
| Spring | Apr 4, 2024 | Jun 21, 2024 | Feb 4, 2024 | Feb 19, 2024 |
| Fall | Oct 7, 2024 | Dec 21, 2024 | Aug 8, 2024 | Aug 23, 2024 |
| EXTENDED PROGRAMS | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KCP Term | Beginning Date | Ending Date | Application Deadline | Payment Deadline |
| Spring Extended | Jan 9, 2024 | Jun 21, 2024 | Aug 10, 2023 | Nov 25, 2023 |
| Fall Extended | Jul 4, 2024 | Dec 21, 2024 | Feb 3, 2024 | May 20, 2024 |
| Academic Year | Oct 7, 2024 | Jun 21, 2025 | May 8, 2024 | Aug 23, 2024 |
| SUMMER PROGRAMS | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KCP Term | Beginning Date | Ending Date | Application Deadline | Payment Deadline |
| Summer | Jul 4, 2024 | Sep 19, 2024 | May 5, 2024 | May 20, 2024 |
| Summer Short-Term | Jun 21, 2024 | Aug 14, 2024 | Apr 22, 2024 | May 7, 2024 |
Note: Dates subject to change without prior notice. If a deadline falls on a Sunday or holiday, application/payment is due at the KCP office or sponsor school the workday before the deadline.
Students attending the summer program and who will be continuing for fall (i.e. Fall Extended) will have their summer final exam approximately one week later than the published date above.
Late Application Request2025 SCHEDULE
| SEMESTER PROGRAMS | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KCP Term | Beginning Date | Ending Date | Application Deadline | Payment Deadline |
| Winter | Jan 9, 2025 | Mar 28, 2025 | Nov 10, 2024 | Nov 25, 2024 |
| Spring | Apr 5, 2025 | Jun 21, 2025 | Feb 4, 2025 | Feb 19, 2025 |
| Fall | Oct 4, 2025 | Dec 20, 2025 | Aug 5, 2025 | Aug 20, 2025 |
| EXTENDED PROGRAMS | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KCP Term | Beginning Date | Ending Date | Application Deadline | Payment Deadline |
| Spring Extended | Jan 9, 2025 | Jun 21, 2025 | Aug 10, 2024 | Nov 25, 2024 |
| Fall Extended | Jul 4, 2025 | Dec 20, 2025 | Feb 2, 2025 | May 20, 2025 |
| Academic Year | Oct 4, 2025 | TBA | May 5, 2025 | Aug 20, 2025 |
| SUMMER PROGRAMS | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KCP Term | Beginning Date | Ending Date | Application Deadline | Payment Deadline |
| Summer | Jul 4, 2025 | Sep 19, 2025 | May 5, 2025 | May 20, 2025 |
| Summer Short-Term | Jun 21, 2025 | Aug 14, 2025 | Apr 22, 2025 | May 7, 2025 |
Note: Dates subject to change without prior notice. If a deadline falls on a Sunday or holiday, application/payment is due at the KCP office or sponsor school the workday before the deadline.
Students attending the summer program and who will be continuing for fall (i.e. Fall Extended) will have their summer final exam approximately one week later than the published date above.
Late Application Request