Global Leaders Japan

Global Leaders Japan aims to broaden Japanese elementary, junior high, and high school students' global perspectives by proposing studying abroad as one of their life choices.

Global Leaders Japan

Through webinars and practical courses, we raise awareness of the value and potential of study abroad experiences and support young people in developing an international perspective and demonstrating global leadership.

Our activities aim to produce more global talent from Japan to the world and promote their success in the international community.

About Us

Global Leaders Japan

Global Leaders Japan contributes to society by providing overseas study opportunities for Japanese junior and senior high school students.

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Activities

We hold online/offline seminars for Japanese junior and senior high school students who are considering studying abroad, and share the experiences of Japanese students who have studied abroad in the past (preparations for studying abroad, actual dormitory life, exams, etc.).

And every year, we hold a study abroad fair, providing an opportunity for Japanese international students to interact with junior and senior high school students who are considering studying abroad in Japan.

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Making it easier for junior and senior high school students to study abroad

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Now, open the door to studying abroad!

Global Leaders Japan holds study abroad seminars where you can ask questions to senior university students who have actually studied abroad.

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Past seminars held

Global Leaders Japan regularly holds seminars, both online and offline, to share the experiences of current international students.

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Offline Seminar①

【Date】 July 2, 2024
【Time】 21:00-22:30 (Japan time)

Current international students talk about the reality of studying abroad!

Program

Please watch the offline seminar held on July 2, 2024.

Opening remarks
Introduction
Q&A session
Service Information
Closing Remarks

Seminar Application

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Offline Seminar②

【Date】 July 3, 2024
【Time】 21:00-22:30 (Japan time)

Current international students talk about the reality of studying abroad!

Program

Please watch the offline seminar held on July 3, 2024.

Opening remarks
Introduction
Q&A session
Service Information
Closing Remarks

Seminar Application

Scenes from the offline seminar

You can hear directly from seniors who have actually studied abroad and ask any questions you may have.

Benefits of studying abroad

There are many benefits to studying abroad.

Exposure to different cultures and increase your education
You can develop an international perspective
Being able to view Japan objectively
Exposure to native English conversation
Improve your English conversation skills
You can make lifelong friends abroad
It will be a chance to play an international role in the future.

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Benefits of studying abroad

Studying abroad has many benefits.

Benefit 1
You can develop an international perspective
By coming into contact with different cultures through studying abroad and cultivating an international perspective, you will gain the ability to grasp Japan and your current situation more objectively.
Benefit 2
Improve your English conversation skills
When studying abroad, you naturally acquire English conversation skills by being exposed to native English 24 hours a day. Learning real English in the local environment is a lifelong asset.
Benefit 3
You can make lifelong friends abroad
The friends you meet in your junior high and high school years may become lifelong friends, and it is possible to keep in touch with your overseas best friends in the future.
Benefit 4
It will be a chance to play an international role in the future.
Studying abroad during middle or high school can sometimes provide an opportunity to pursue an international career in the future.

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3 steps to studying abroad

There are three steps to studying abroad.

①School Selection

②Exam Preparation

③Living arrangements

Study abroad in 3 easy steps.

There are three steps to studying abroad.

①School Selection
②Exam Preparation
③Living arrangements

It is important to always properly assess the current situation and take appropriate action.

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Study Abroad Process

The outline of the process for studying abroad is as follows.

Mid-January

Submitting an application

Mid April

Application for admission and document submission

Autumn to winter one year before studying abroad

School Visit

Mid-March

Announcement of results

Late May

Student Visa Application

One year before studying abroad

This will be in the fall or winter more than a year before you go abroad.

School Visit

We will select the school for you based on sufficient research. You prepare your passport in advance, consult with the school, arrange your schedule, and arrange your flight. We will visit the school. We will tour the school and make a final confirmation of the school you want to study at.

Mid-January

If you wish to study abroad in September, this is the action you should take around January of the same year, eight months prior.

Submitting an application

Submit an application to the school where you wish to study.

Mid-March

If you want to study abroad in September, this is the action you should take about six months in advance.

Announcement of results

The school where you wish to study abroad will announce the results of your exam.

Mid April

If you want to study abroad in September, this is an action you should take five months before.

Application for admission and document submission

You declare your enrollment to the school where you wish to study abroad. Then, you fill out and submit the necessary documents to the school.

Late May

If you want to study abroad in September, here are the steps you should take four months before.

Student Visa Application

You will apply for a student visa at the embassy or consulate in Japan of the country where the school you will be studying at is located.

Late August

This is your actions in the previous month if you are aiming to enroll in September.

Departure

You will prepare for your life during your study abroad, book your flight, and travel from Japan to your study abroad country.

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Documents required for studying abroad

The main documents required for studying abroad are listed below.

Please check with the host country and school for details on the required documents.

Application

Create an application to submit to the school where you wish to study abroad.

Gradebook

Attach the transcript required by the school you wish to study at to your application and submit it to the school.

Letter of recommendation

Please attach three letters of recommendation from your current school (English, math, homeroom teacher/other).

Essays

Write an essay in the official language of the country where the school you want to study at is located and submit the essay to the school.

English Exams (TOEFL, TOEFL Junior)

You are attaching your English exam (TOFEL, TOFEL Junior) certificate.

Standardized Tests (SSAT, etc.)

You will attach a standardized test score (such as the SSAT). SSAT stands for "Secondary School Admission Test."

School visit and interview

Please attach documents regarding the content of the interview you had when you visited the school where you wish to study abroad.

Passport

Your passport must be valid for a sufficient period to cover your study abroad. In Japan, there are two types of passports: 5-year and 10-year. Those under 18 can only obtain a 5-year passport.

Visa

You will apply for a student visa at the embassy or consulate of the country in Japan where your destination school is located, attaching documents such as a health certificate and insurance certificate in accordance with each country's regulations.

Letter of guarantee

You may need to provide documentation that your guardian in Japan will be responsible for your studies abroad.

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Frequently Asked Questions

We will answer your frequently asked questions.

FAQ

Could you please tell me the process for studying abroad?

・Autumn to winter one year before studying abroad: Visit the school

・Mid-January: Submit application

・Mid-March: Announcement of results

・Mid-April: Notification of enrollment and submission of documents

・Late May: Apply for student visa

・Late August: Leave Japan for study abroad destination

What documents are required for studying abroad?

Documents to be submitted when taking the exam

・Application
・Report card
・Letters of recommendation (3 letters in total, one each for English, math, teacher, etc.)
・Essay
・English exam (TOFEL, TOFEL Junior)
・Standardized exam (SSAT, etc.)
・School visit and interview

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Please tell me about the support provided for studying abroad.

Field Across Support Contents
Support Contents Overview

■School Selection
・Individual Counseling
・Attendance at Local School Visits

■Support for Success
・Applications
・Transcripts, Letters of Recommendation, Essays
・English Tests (TOEFL, TOEFL Junior, etc.)
・Standardized Tests (SSAT, etc.)
・Essay Support
・Interview Practice
・School Visits
・Collaboration with Admissions, Support for Success

■Procedures after Success
・Admissions Procedures
・Student Visa Application
・Scholarship Negotiations and Applications
・Health Checks and Vaccinations
・Air Ticket Arrangements
・Transportation Arrangements after Arrival

■Support after Enrollment
・Transportation Support after Arrival
・Local Emergency Responses
・Communication Support between Family and School
・Career Advice
・General Advice on Study Abroad Life

What kind of learning support is available for studying abroad?

TCK Workshop’s learning support

・Fully one-on-one online tutoring used by over 2,000 students
・Interviews are conducted to create and update individual curricula for each student
・Guidance by former university students who returned from overseas and experienced professional instructors
・As long as you have internet access, you can take classes anywhere in the world
・Consistent support for exams tailored to your child, from obtaining English qualifications to writing essays
・We can teach overseas curricula in both Japanese and English!
* American, SAT/ACT, AP, GCSE/IGCSE, MYP, IB, A-levels, etc.

Specifically, what kind of school are you studying at?

Below are some examples of schools for overseas study.

・Kent School (Connecticut, USA)
・Williston Northampton school (Massachusetts, USA)
・Northfield Mount Hermon (Massachusetts, USA)
・The Hotchkiss School (Connecticut, USA)
・Framlingham College (Suffolk, UK)
・Saint Thomas More School (Connecticut, USA)
・The Governor’s Academy (Massachusetts, USA)
・College Alpin Beausoleil (Vaud, Switzerland)
・Brewster Academy (New Hampshire, USA)
・Cushing Academy (Massachusetts, USA)
・Victoria High School (British Columbia, Canada)