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Waseda University, Study Abroad 2018Waseda CS-L (Customized Study Program: Language Focused Program) atUniversity of California Extension, RiversideLocation:Title:1200 University Avenue, Riverside, California 92507WU-UCR Intensive English Program & University Credit ProgramLanguage RequirementsStudents must have a TOEFL score of iBT 71, IELTS 5.5 or above.(iBT 79 or above to take a full academic program.)Nationality: Is enrollment open to students of any nationality including your own country? YesIf “no”, please specify all restrictions.Dates: 2018-19 (Intensive English Program)*Fall:October 1 - December 7Winter:January 7 – March 15Spring:April 1 – June 7Winter Break: December 8 – January 6Spring Break: March 16 – March 31Dates: 2018-19 (University Credit Program)*Fall:September 27 - December 14Winter:January 7 – March 22Spring:April 1 – June 14Winter Break: December 15 – January 6Spring Break: March 23 – March 31* 2018-19 dates are subject to modification.*The CAP program start date for Fall 2018 is Monday September 17th. Students arrive the weekend prior (Friday September14th).*There will be a 4-week Intensive English Program offered from July 30 to August 29, 2018 prior to the start of the FallQuarter, in which students may enroll (at an additional fee).KeywordsEnglish language, UC classes, university credit, cultural activities, international exchange, academicadvisingOther mandatory feesVisa fee: 160Sevis fee: 200University of California Extension, RiversideAdvanced English Development & Self-Designed ProgramCS-L: 2018-19Page 1 of 5

SummaryThis program gives WU-UCR students a unique academic-year (9-month) study abroad experience atthe University of California, Riverside. WU-UCR students who have met the academic and languagerequirements may enroll in UC undergraduate credit courses, Extension credit certificate courses(offered mainly in the evenings), and/or UC Extension English as a Second Language (ESL) creditcourses, all or part of which credits may be transferred to Waseda. The UCR WU- CS-L AcademicAdvisor will help you choose your classes and guide you through the enrollment process. Enrollment inundergraduate courses is on a space available basis (some impacted classes will not be open; TheAcademic Advisor will help you select alternative classes that suit your needs).On-going Academic SupportWU-UCR students will receive appropriate information both in the field of academic and campus lifefrom UCR Extension Japan CAP Office (UCR-JPO) as well as implementation of pre-departureorientation. (UCR-JPO) will also assist with all the necessary procedures for applying for studenthousing or the homestay program. UCR has organized a series of events, orientation sessions, trips,and other activities as a part of the two week post-arrival orientation as well as during their one yearstudy program at UCR. UCR’s advisors’ team for the WU-UCR students includes an Academic Advisoras well as additional support for activities, transportation, housing, etc.The CS-L Academic Advisor on campus provides academic counseling throughout the academic yearto assist WU students in personalizing a program designed to best suit their language level and helpthem meet their academic and career goals. The Academic Advisor also coordinates all Post-arrivalOrientation sessions and stays in touch with the students throughout their stay to mentor them for allacademic needs.Student ServicesBefore WU-UCR students leave Japan, our UCR Extension Japan CAP Office (UCR-JPO) will assistyou in many ways. (UCR-JPO) will give you information about campus life at UCR help you withapplying for student housing or for UCR’s homestay program provide a pre-departure orientation.(UCR-JPO) is there to help answer your questions before you leave Japan. Once students arrive atUCR, the Academic Advisor will assist them in personalizing a program to best suit their language leveland your academic interests.The program also includes airport transfer from LAX program orientation one-on-one conversationpartners a special credit class (credit awarded by Waseda) on adapting to an American university andto American culture housing application fees student service fee housing assistance immigrationassistance up to 10 hours of tutoring per quarter as recommended or requested by the ProgramSpecial Advisor social activities and many other things to help make the year at UCR memorable.The UCR CommunityThe 1,200-acre Riverside campus of the University of California is conveniently located approximately50 miles east of Los Angeles within easy driving distance to most of the major cultural and recreationalofferings in Southern California. In addition, it is about an hour drive from the desert, the mountains,and the ocean.The city of Riverside, with the UCR campus on its eastern edge, is accessible by several mainhighways. The nearby Ontario International Airport has daily flights to most of the nation's major citiesas well as connecting commuter flights to the Los Angeles International Airport. Metrolink train serviceis available to Los Angeles.Enrollment at UCR is presently about 19,800 undergraduates and 3,100 graduate students. Thecampus continues to expand, with a number of buildings being constructed or remodeled. Theseinclude academic settings such as laboratories, libraries, and performing arts studios, as well ashousing and recreational facilities. Prominent features of the campus include the 161-foot carillon tower,the Botanic Gardens, and acres of citrus groves.University of California Extension, RiversideAdvanced English Development & Self-Designed ProgramCS-L: 2018-19Page 2 of 5

UC Riverside is one of 10 campuses in the University of California system and is the only publicresearch university in Inland Southern California. Since opening in 1954, UCR has made its marknationally and internationally. Below are a few examples. Time Magazine ranked UC Riverside #1 based on metrics of graduation rate, affordability, andthe financial aid available to students.Washington Monthly (August 2016) ranked UC Riverside 12th in the nation in its annualUniversity and College Survey.U.S. News and World Report Survey (September 2016) ranked UC Riverside 118th overall;earns "Great Schools, Great Prices.U.S. News and World Report's Best Graduate Schools (2016) including:o Graduate School of Education 62nd among ranked schoolso Bourns College of Engineering – 71st among ranked schoolsU.S. News & World Report (2018) ranked the UCR School of Business among the Top 100Business Schools. The MBA program ranked 93rd for "Best MBA Programs in America.UC Riverside was included in the (August 2015) edition of The Princeton Review's "The Best379 Colleges”Shanghai Jiao Tong University (August 2016) Academic Ranking of World Universities rankedUC Riverside among the top 151 to 200 institutions. This survey bills itself as "the mosttrustworthy precursor of global rankings of the world’s top 500 universities.”On AcademicsUC Riverside offers 101 bachelor degree programs, 52 master’s degree programs, and 42 Ph.D.programs. UCR has the advantages of a smaller campus such as: small classes, helpful and friendlyprofessors, and popular majors including biology, biological sciences, business administration, andpsychology. Academic units at UC Riverside include: The College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (CHASS)The College of Natural and Agricultural Sciences (CNAS)The Marlan and Rosemary Bourns College of Engineering (BCOE)The School of Business Administration (SoBA)The A. Gary Anderson Graduate School of Management (AGSM)The Graduate School of Education (GSOE)School of Public Policy (SPP)The UCR School of MedicineUCR ExtensionOn Student LifeClubs and organizations are uniting influences for a student body from differing backgrounds. Theseclubs and organizations ".provide forums for the expression and understanding of these differences."UCR offers students nearly 400 clubs and organization as well as opportunities to enjoy recreation andsport, and visual and performing arts. Every year, UCR hosts three large outdoor concerts featuringUS and international musicians as well as smaller weekly performances that highlight California talent.Collegiate athletics are a large draw for spectators at UCR, particularly soccer, volleyball, andbasketball.University of California Extension, RiversideAdvanced English Development & Self-Designed ProgramCS-L: 2018-19Page 3 of 5

Academic StudyQuarterContentsQuarterContentsUC Riverside Extension Requirements & Course of StudyTOEFL – iBT 71-78st12nd3rdSept – DecJan – MarApril – JunESL (Can take one Extensioncourse if at 500/600 level)Undergraduate and/orESLorExtension Courses(Can take one ExtensionUndergraduate and/or12 credits (Up to 16 Unitscourse if at 500/600 level)Extension Courseswith permission)12 credits (Up to 16 Units withpermission)UC Riverside Extension Requirements & Course of StudyTOEFL – iBT 79 or abovest12nd3rdSept – DecJan – MarApril – JunESL and/or UndergraduateUndergraduate and/orUndergraduate and/orand/or Extension CoursesExtension CoursesExtension Courses12 credits (Up to 16 Units12 credits (Up to 16 Units with12 credits (Up to 16 Unitswith permission)permission)with permission)UCR’s website is www.ucr.edu A complete listing and description of English language programs can be found atwww.iep.ucr.edu A complete listing and description of UCR Extension courses can be found atwww.extension.ucr.edu A complete listing and description of UCR courses can be found at www.classes.ucr.eduHousing and Meal PlanHomestay with an American FamilyDouble-occupancy, includes three meals per day and your family will drive you to and fromUCR for classes and activities; you do not need to use public transportation. WU-UCRstudents will be placed with non-WU students from other nationalities, if requested and ifpossible.On-Campus Accommodations International Village (IV)Located just behind the UCR Extension Center, IV houses international undergraduate andgraduate students from across the globe. Accommodation includes furnished and airconditioned apartments (single and double) with kitchens and living rooms. WU-UCR studentswill be placed with non-WU students from other nationalities, if requested and if possible.Opportunities for Learning through ExperienceUCR is located on nearly 1,200 acres at the base of Box Springs Mountain, within an hour’s drive offamous beaches, mountain and ski resorts, Palm Springs and Los Angeles. Students will enjoy UCR’sfriendly and warm atmosphere and have many opportunities to meet and socialize with bothinternational and American students, as well as local Riverside residents. Students may use thestate-of-the-art recreation facilities and libraries on UCR campus and participate in parties, picnics,camping trips, hiking, social events, shopping trips, cultural presentations to local schools, etc. They willalso be able join student excursions to some of Southern California’s famous attractions with localstudents. Occasionally, we will also offer customized trips and transportation to local places of interests.Students living in dorms will have ample occasions to socialize with staff families and other localfamilies in Riverside through our extensive community here. Students will have weekly check-inopportunities to meet and talk with the Program Special Advisor. WU-UCR students may also beeligible to work part-time on the UCR campus, an excellent opportunity to use English language skillsUniversity of California Extension, RiversideAdvanced English Development & Self-Designed ProgramCS-L: 2018-19Page 4 of 5