Entry Documents A visa is an official authorization affixed to your passport, which gives proof that you have the permission of the Australian government to enter Australia and study for the allotted time. Confirm your place in the program Submit the Confirmation Form by the deadline posted in your account. Obtain and check your passport Obtain a passport that is valid for at least 6 months after the program end date, has two blank pages, and is signed on the appointed line. If you don't have a valid passport, apply for one immediately, and discuss with your IES Internships Program Advisor...

Overview Dormitories are a good housing option if you wish to interact with Japanese and international students from Nanzan and other surrounding universities as well as young professionals. Your dormitory will typically be single sex but may be mixed gender divided by floor. Please be aware that assignments for dormitories are made completely by Nanzan University and are made based on availability of space. IES Abroad has no influence in your dormitory placement. Dormitories At-A-Glance Housing Type Private bedrooms within a designated dormitory Furnished Yes (bed, closet, desk, and chair)...

By far the most popular housing option is the host family. Because housing with families is difficult to arrange in Japan, and there are not enough homes in which to place all of Nanzan University’s international students, living with a family is a privilege and cannot be guaranteed. Nonetheless, historically, Nanzan staff have usually been successful in placing students in their preferred housing. If placed with a host family, you will be notified of your housing assignment one to three weeks before the start of the program. Students applying to live with a Japanese family should be prepared...