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Osaka, Japan: 2008-09

Program Costs per Semester Undergraduate study abroad tuition covers 12-18 credit hours of study at Webster University per semester. Summer tuition is billed per credit hour. Students must maintain full-time status while abroad. A security deposit is required two weeks after acceptance, which may be partially or fully refunded at the end of the program.
Tuition	2008-09 Tuition
Housing estimate (Payable in Osaka)	¥246,418 = $2,300
Program Fee	$500
Tuition and fees include: instruction and teaching; basic accident and sickness insurance; an International Student Identity Card (ISIC); Lonely Planet guide; program handbook; Webster University transcript; and pre-departure and on-site orientation materials.
Estimated Living Expenses per Semester (These estimates are to be used as a reference, not as firm quotes)
U.S. Passport	$100
Round-trip airfare to Osaka (KIX)	$1,600-$2,000
Multiple-entry, non-immigrant VISA to Japan	Gratis
Meals	¥155,600 = $1,600
Books	¥27,230 = $280
Student Council fee	¥4,000 = $30
Japanese National Health Insurance	¥12,500 = $130
Local transportation/activities	¥220,000 = $2,260
Living expenses are costs incurred individually by the student during ONE 16-WEEK SEMESTER of study in Japan. Costs outlined above don't include souvenirs or travel outside the local community.
NOTE: Costs are based on an exchange rate of ¥1 = $0.01.

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	The Office of Study Abroad (OSA) is available to answer any questions you may have regarding Webster's Study Abroad Programs. The OSA is open between 8:30 a.m-4:30 p.m., Central Standard Time, Monday through Friday. Study Abroad advising hours are by appointment only between 2-4 p.m. on Monday through Thursday, or by special arrangement. Advising sessions generally last 20 minutes. Students should call 314-968-6988 to make an appointment. If you have a basic question an Advisor is available to help you Monday-Thursday, 4:00-4:30 p.m. Emergency Contact Update Update your contact information with the Office of Study Abroad by e-mailing us at worldview@webster.edu. Office of Study Abroad Staff Guillermo A. Rodríguez Director, International Projects rodriggu@webster.edu Oversees Webster International Network of Schools (WINS). Considers institutional affiliations. Coordinates faculty-led programs. Manages Office of Study Abroad Kim McGrath Coordinator, OSA mcgratki@webster.edu Advises Webster students applying for: China, Japan, Mexico. Advises students attending short-term programs. Advises students participating in the Global MA in IR program. Advises all non-Webster students. Amanda Weathers Advisor, OSA weathama@webster.edu Advises Webster students applying for: London, Leiden, Geneva, Vienna, and Thailand campuses.

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