Lapulapu-Cebu International College (LCIC)

Students enrolled in universities, junior colleges, and graduate schools, as well as students in their fourth year or higher at technical colleges, are eligible.
Additionally, high school seniors who have been accepted into a university and individuals who have graduated from university within the past year and are not yet employed are also eligible.

Studying abroad at LCIC is generally limited to students enrolled in universities, junior colleges, or graduate schools. However, if you have been accepted into a junior college, university, or graduate school, you may study abroad before your enrollment.
Note: When registering for the application, please enter "0" as your academic year.

If you have graduated from a university, junior college, graduate school, or technical college within the past year and are not yet employed, you are eligible to study abroad. You may participate in courses as long as your study abroad period ends within one year of graduation or completion.
Note: When registering for the application, please enter "X" as your academic year.

Unfortunately, students enrolled in vocational schools are not eligible to apply.
Eligible applicants include students currently enrolled in universities, junior colleges, or graduate schools; students in their 4th year or higher at colleges of technology (Kosen); high school seniors who have been accepted to a university; and recent university graduates (within one year) who are not yet employed.

It is possible to join the program late (departing from Japan later) or finish early (returning to Japan sooner). However, in such cases, study abroad fees will not be reduced.

At the start of study abroad: If your flight arrival (and dormitory check-in) is delayed due to a typhoon, you may still participate in the program. However, there will be no reduction in study abroad fees for the lost days, and missed classes will not be rescheduled.
At the end of study abroad: If your flight departure (and dormitory check-out) is delayed due to a typhoon, you may generally stay in the dormitory. However, availability depends on the situation at the time, so please follow local instructions.

There are no English proficiency requirements. Anyone can apply.
Before traveling, you will be required to take a designated online English test and submit your results in advance. Based on these results, you will be placed in a class according to your CEFR level (A1–C2), ensuring that you will be in a class with others of a similar level.

No specific qualifications are required.
However, before your study abroad begins, you will need to take an online English placement test.

There is no maximum duration. However, the campus (including dormitories) will be closed during the New Year holidays.
If you return to Japan during this period, you will need to pay an enrollment fee again upon re-enrollment. If you remain in the Philippines, the enrollment fee will not be required.

You can apply at any time for courses listed in the "LCIC Study Abroad Course Schedule" on the website.

Applications are generally accepted up to two months before the study abroad start date. However, if you can complete the necessary preparations for travel to the Philippines, applications may still be accepted beyond this period. Please apply via the website and consult us.

Selections are made on a first-come, first-served basis.

Yes. If the program reaches capacity, you may be placed on a waiting list. If spots become available, applicants will be contacted in the order they joined the waiting list.

The standard deadline is two months before the study abroad start date.
However, payment deadlines may vary depending on the timing of your application. Once you apply, you will receive individualized guidance regarding payment methods and deadlines.

A refund will be issued after deducting the cancellation fee from the paid study abroad fees.
Refunds will be processed via bank transfer by the end of the month following the cancellation notice. Please note that enrollment fees are non-refundable regardless of the cancellation timing.
[Cancellation Fees]
Up to two months before the study abroad start date: 0% of study abroad fees
From two months before the start date until 15 days before: 20% of study abroad fees
14 days before or later: 100% of study abroad fees

No.
The LCIC study abroad program is a "special program for international students" that focuses on learning English and intercultural studies. All classes are conducted in English.

LCIC consists of four faculties:
Faculty of Foreign Languages
Faculty of Tourism Management
Faculty of Physical Therapy
Faculty of Civil Engineering (established in August 2024)
However, these faculties are exclusively for Filipino students.
International students from Japan, Korea, Taiwan, and other countries participate in a specialized program designed for studying English and intercultural understanding.

The costs include an admission fee and study abroad program fee. These must be paid in Japanese yen via bank transfer before departure.
In addition, there will be a textbook fee, which varies depending on the courses you take.
This fee is to be paid in cash (in pesos) after the program begins. For short-term study abroad participants, the textbook fee is typically between 3,000 and 10,000 yen.

Admission Fee includes:
Airport pick-up and drop-off at Cebu Airport
Visa fee
Alien Certificate of Registration (ACRI-Card)
Special Study Permit (SSP) fee
Study Abroad Fee includes:
Tuition
Dormitory fees
Meals
Utilities (water, electricity, etc.)
LCIC handles all procedures related to visa, ACRI-Card, and SSP applications, meaning there is no burden on students.

After applying, an email will be sent with payment details, methods, and deadlines.
For Japanese students, payment is only accepted via bank transfer in Japanese yen (credit card payments are not available).

Textbooks designated by the course to be taken are required separately and must be purchased locally by paying in cash (pesos).
If you wish, you can take a one-on-one lesson (50 minutes) with an English teacher, but you will be required to pay "200 pesos" locally.

Payment will be made in cash (local currency pesos) at LCIC after the start of the study abroad.
Textbooks: Paid in cash (pesos) locally.
Short-term study (4 weeks): ₱1,000–₱3,000
Mid-term study (18 weeks): ₱7,000–₱10,000
(Actual costs vary depending on the courses taken.)

No.
The cost for transportation between Mactan-Cebu International Airport and LCIC (dormitory) is included in the study abroad fee.
However, students must cover their own airfare and travel costs to Cebu.
(LCIC staff provides 24-hour airport transfer service.)

Before Study Abroad Begins
To cancel, please notify LCIC Japan Desk via email. Any refundable amount will be transferred back to you. However, the admission fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.
Cancellation more than 2 months before departure:
0% of the study abroad fee is charged (full refund except for the admission fee).
Cancellation between 2 months and 15 days before departure:
20% of the study abroad fee is charged + admission fee is non-refundable.
Cancellation 14 days or less before departure:
100% of the study abroad fee is charged + admission fee is non-refundable.

Students enter the Philippines on a tourist visa, so no prior visa application is required.
Japanese nationals can stay for up to 30 days without a visa (short-term visa exemption).
However, all international students must obtain an SSP (Special Study Permit) to legally study in the Philippines.
LCIC handles all SSP application procedures and costs.

It applies to stays of up to 59 days for purposes like business meetings, conferences, seminars, and tourism.
Japanese nationals do not need a visa for stays up to 30 days, and extensions can be applied for to stay up to 36 months.

SSP stands for Special Study Permit.
Since students enter the Philippines on a tourist visa, they need an SSP to study legally.
SSP applications are mandatory regardless of study duration (even for 1-day classes).
SSP must be renewed every 6 months, and it is only valid for the issuing school.

Yes, an SSP is required regardless of how long you study.
Regardless of the duration of your studies, you need to apply for an SSP. You will need to apply for SSP again every 6 months. In addition, it is necessary to apply for SSP for each school (campus). Even if it is only for one day, it is illegal to take classes without an SSP. LCIC does not bear any of the procedures or costs associated with obtaining an SSP.

Yes.
After entering the Philippines on a 30-day tourist visa, LCIC will handle the visa extension process for students.
Since students will also have an SSP, they can continue studying legally.

A student visa is available but applies to university undergraduate studies.
The LCIC study abroad program is not an undergraduate study; therefore, students enter on a tourist visa and obtain an SSP instead.
* Undergraduate study abroad is a study abroad program at a university's "undergraduate school".
*LCIC Study Abroad: Learning English and other cultures in a program exclusively for international students.

Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned stay.

Vaccination certificates are no longer required.
As of July 21, 2023, the border measures related to the new coronavirus that had previously applied to travelers to the Philippines, regardless of whether they were vaccinated or not, have been lifted.
As a result, the conditions for entry into the Philippines from Japan have returned to the state before the outbreak of the new coronavirus.
To enter the Philippines, you must have valid travel documents and a visa (if required).

It is not required when entering the Philippines.
It is safe to be vaccinated, but most international students are still unvaccinated.
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You can check it on the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare search website "FORTH".

It can be purchased at the store or website of an airline or travel agency. The fare varies depending on the airline, time of year, conditions, etc. Please check your LCIC move-in and check-out dates to arrange your flight to and from Cebu International Airport.
Once you have made your booking, please provide your e-ticket information. In addition, the e-ticket must be printed on paper and presented when entering the Philippines.
By the way, local staff provide transportation (to and from Mactan Cebu International Airport) "24 hours a day" (free of charge).

Cebu offers many sightseeing spots, so the amount you'll need depends on how often you plan to go shopping or sightseeing.
As a general guideline, having about 10,000 yen in cash per week of your stay, along with a credit card, should be sufficient for most situations.
For short-term study abroad participants (about 4 weeks), many students bring 80,000 to 100,000 yen and exchange it into pesos as needed. Of course, you do not have to spend all of it. (Please store your cash and valuables securely in the safe in your room.)

About withdrawing pesos from ATMs using a credit card
There is an ATM on the LCIC campus where you can withdraw pesos using a credit card that supports international cash advances.
However, please note that a 250-peso ATM usage fee will be charged, and your credit card company may also charge additional service fees. (Please check directly with your credit card company for specific details.)
Keep in mind that when withdrawing cash (pesos) from an ATM, it is not taken directly from your Japanese bank account.
Instead, it’s like purchasing pesos with your credit card, and the amount will be billed to your registered bank account about 1–2 months later as a credit card purchase.

Most shops accept VISA and MasterCard. However, JCB, which is commonly used in Japan, is not widely accepted.
Note: You can also withdraw pesos from local ATMs using your credit card, but please make sure before departure that your card supports international cash advances. Be aware that this service incurs additional fees, so plan your usage carefully.
About withdrawing pesos from ATMs using a credit card

There is an ATM on the LCIC campus where you can withdraw pesos using a credit card that supports international cash advances.
However, please note that a 250-peso ATM usage fee will apply, and additional fees may be charged by your credit card company. (Please check with your card issuer for specific fee details.)
When you withdraw pesos from an ATM using a credit card, the money does not come directly from your Japanese bank account.
Instead, it's similar to purchasing pesos with your credit card, and the amount will be billed to your registered bank account about 1–2 months later as a credit card charge.

If you have been staying abroad for less than 3 months, please register for "Tabi-Regi" at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and for those who have stayed overseas for more than 3 months, please register for "Online Residence Notification".Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan Overseas Safety Homepage|Study Abroad/School Trips

No, you can't.
It can be plugged into an outlet, but it cannot be used as it is because the voltage is different (100V in Japan, 220V in the Philippines). The use of Japan home appliances requires a "transformer". iPhones, iPads, etc. can be used as they are because they are compatible with overseas from the beginning.
We recommend that you purchase overseas products in advance or purchase them at a local shopping mall after arriving in Cebu.
By the way, the dormitory (1 private room) has "2" outlets.

We provide information on passports, passport copies, airline tickets (e-tickets) receipts, overseas travel insurance policies, PCs or tablets (iPads, etc.) used in classes, earphones, etc. In addition, please bring your own shoes (Crocs, sandals, etc.) used in the dormitory, as well as herbal medicines and regular medicines.
In the Philippines, air conditioning in buildings is very effective. Therefore, it is useful to have something to wear to adjust.
Electrical appliances can only be used if they are compatible with overseas products (iPhones and other devices can be charged as they are). Therefore, please purchase transformers and overseas products in advance and bring them with you (local purchase of electrical appliances is also an effective method).
Since there are more insects than in Japan, we recommend that you bring insect repellent items (not gas sprays).
In case of emergency, you can withdraw local currency pesos from ATMs by bringing a credit card (which has been set up in advance to support overseas cash advances).
You can wear the same clothes as you would when taking classes in Japan (not those with a lot of skin exposure). Judge within the bounds of common sense.

No, you do not need to.
During the period when there are many international students, a money changer is called to LCIC on the first day to exchange money (yen → pesos) on campus.
If the vendor does not come, you can ask the local staff and they will guide you to the exchange office (it tends to be possible to exchange at a higher rate than the exchange rate in Japan or at the airport).
If you are worried about traveling, it is even safer to prepare a small amount of pesos in advance.

In the dormitory, towels, body soap, shampoo, toothbrushes, laundry detergent, etc. are not provided.
Therefore, you need to prepare what you need.
However, if you bring a lot of things from Japan, you will have a lot of luggage, so please consider bringing the minimum amount and preparing (shopping) relatively inexpensively after arriving at the site.
There is a convenience store called "Go Mart" in front of the LCIC entrance gate. There is also a shopping mall with a wide selection of products

You will need to fill out an online travel declaration form called "Philippines eTravel (Free)".
You need to register from the "Official Site" provided by the LCIC Japan Desk. You can enter it with your smartphone, and when it is completed, a QR code will be displayed, so we recommend that you save the screen as a screenshot (be careful of fake pay sites).
However, registration can only be made 72 hours before travel.

On rare occasions, you will be asked for your "purpose" at immigration at Mactan-Cebu International Airport (or Manila Airport). LCIC international students should answer "Sightseeing."
LCIC international students enter the country for tourism purposes and obtain a "Special Study Permit (SSP)" to study legally.
It is not wrong to answer "study abroad" or "study", but you will be required to explain in detail in English.

You will be required to take an online English test before departing from Japan.
Depending on the results, classes are divided into 4~5 levels (A1, A2, B1, B2, C1).

Many language schools in Cebu focus on one-on-one lessons, but LCIC follows the university curriculum. Each class is small with no more than 18 students. You can also take the 5th and 6th "one-on-one lessons*" (50 minutes each).
* Lessons with an English teacher "One On One" are 200 pesos (about 500 ~ 600 yen)
* Lessons with Filipino students "Student Buddy System" are free.

One-on-one lessons (One On One) by an English teacher require a tuition fee of "200 pesos" per lesson (50 minutes). You can take up to 2 classes per day (5th and 6th classes). The course fee is to be paid on-site in the local currency.
By the way, free talk between students (Filipino students and international students) (Student Buddy System) is "free".

It is one of the one-on-one lessons in the 5th and 6th lessons.
Since there are many local Filipino students enrolled in LCIC, when international students apply through the system, Filipino students are randomly matched and can enjoy free English conversation (50 minutes per session). It is one of the distinctive systems of LCIC and is very well received by international students.
* If you apply, you cannot cancel because the other party is preparing it, and you cannot specify the other party.

It is another kind of one-on-one lessons in the 5th and 6th lessons.
This is a one-on-one English class with an LCIC English teacher. One 50-minute session requires "200 pesos (about 500 ~ 600 yen)".

All LCIC faculty members have completed a master's degree (or equivalent) in English Teaching methods. In addition, the method of developing and delivering classes is based on the latest practice, extensive experience and recent research.

Yes. Yes, you can.
Language courses include Korean, Chinese, Filipino, and Japanese (Japanese is for Korean and Taiwanese students), and students learn beginner-level languages in English.
In addition, there is also a class on "SDGs" as a general education subject (students learn about the SDGs in English).

It's basically the same. However, there are perks to studying abroad in the middle term.
In addition to English classes, short-term study abroad programs (4 weeks) include language classes in English (Chinese, Korean, Tagalog) and general education classes in English (SDGs, etc.).
In the mid-term study abroad program (18 weeks), you can participate in a "Special Week (twice)" in addition to the 4 short-term study abroad courses (16 weeks).

Medium-term study abroad (14 weeks or 18 weeks) has benefits that short-term study abroad programs do not have.
In both the 18 weeks and 14 weeks terms, you can participate in a "Special Week (twice)".
In addition, if your English level is above a certain level, you can take classes with Filipino students (undergraduate) subject to the permission of the instructor.

As a benefit of mid-term study abroad (mid-term and mid-term 14 weeks), "volunteering" and "boot camp" are one week each of extracurricular classes. Participation is voluntary and many international students choose to participate.
Volunteer activities include: visiting orphanages and pediatric cancer centers; picking up trash with children, and going camping to the mountains and the sea. All volunteer activities and camping will be conducted in English.
《Weekly Schedule》
"Mon" Language Preparation and Orientation; "Tue, Wed, Thu" Volunteer Camp Hands-on Activities; "Fri" Presentation in English

There is an environment where you can participate in classes at your home university remotely. The time difference is 1 hour. Please check with your university for details on whether or not remote classes can be conducted.

You can take up to 5 subjects (not including 5 and 6 one-on-one classes).
There is a designation of mandatory subjects, and you must take "one subject".
If you take up to 5 subjects, you will take 20 classes (4 classes per day) in one week.。

As with universities in Japan, credits are awarded based on a comprehensive judgment based on the number of days of attendance, reports, and exam results.

Courses acquired during study abroad will be recognized as credits at Lapu-Lapucebu International University (LCIC). Up to 60 credits recognized by LCIC can be applied to your home university as graduation credits.
* The rules differ depending on the university you are enrolled in, so please check with your home university (even if you apply, it may not be approved).

Regardless of the duration of your studies, you will be registered for courses every month. The minimum number of courses that can be taken is "1 subject" and the maximum number of courses is "5 subjects".
≪ Number of class hours* for short-term ≫ is "24 hours for one subject" and "120 hours for five subjects"
≪Mid-term 14 weeks≫ "72 hours for 1 subject" and "360 hours for 5 subjects"
≪Mid-term 18 weeks≫ "96 hours for 1 subject" and "480 hours for 5 subjects"
* In this case, the class time is calculated only for 4 lecture-type classes (90 minutes per class) every day (not including one-on-one lessons, etc.).

Since it is not an undergraduate study abroad, it is not possible to take classes with Filipino students (undergraduate students).
However, if you apply for the "Student Buddy System: Free", you can enjoy "one-on-one" English conversation with Filipino students.
In addition, since you will live with Filipino students in the dormitory, you will have many points of contact with Filipino students.
By the way, you can take classes with international students from other countries (Taiwan, Korea, etc.).

We offer classes to learn about Filipino culture as part of the liberal arts courses.

Payment will be made in cash (local currency pesos) at the site after the start of the study abroad.
If you are participating in a short-term study abroad program (4 weeks), please aim for around 1,000 ~ 3,000 pesos (about 3,000 yen ~ 10,000 yen), and if you are participating in a medium-term study abroad program (18 weeks), please aim for around 7,000 ~ 10,000 pesos (about 20,000~30,000 yen).
* The cost of textbooks varies depending on the subjects taken.

It can be the same as what you wear when taking classes in Japan (please dress appropriately for classes and within the range of common sense).
However, those with extremely high exposure are inappropriate . As for footwear, be sure to wear footwear* that hides the heel.
* In the dormitory, you can wear Crocs or sandals.

You will be required to move into the dormitory on the Sunday of the previous day.
If you would like to move into the dormitory on the Saturday of the day before due to flight reasons, please contact us in advance.
However, if you move in on a Saturday, you will need to pay an additional fee (1,200 pesos per night).

You will be asked to move out of the dormitory on the following Saturday.
If you wish to move out of the dormitory on the following Sunday due to flight reasons, please contact us in advance.
However, if you move out on Sunday, you will be required to pay an additional fee (1,200 pesos per night).

Near the exit of Mactan-Cebu International Airport, university staff will greet you with a Lapu-Lapucebu International University plate. After that, we will guide you to the on-campus dormitory.
We will meet you 24 hours a day according to the arrival time you informed us of.

There is a curfew at 10 p.m. every day. There is a security gate at the entrance of the dormitory, so if you are not in the dormitory at the time of curfew, we will check your whereabouts.
You are not allowed to go out until 5 o'clock the next morning.

Yes you can. There are two patterns of sleepovers.
➀ On Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays, overnight stays (overnight stays) are permitted through a travel agency* designated by LCIC.

* Please be sure to make a reservation through either "JTB Cebu (Japan)" or "CEBUBU (Taiwanese)".
Please check the details by accessing the website from the pamphlet placed in the dormitory after starting your study abroad.

➁ If your family (relatives, etc.) are staying at a hotel together during your trip to Cebu, you will be allowed to stay overnight if you submit a document signed by your guardian confirming the designated place (Guardians will need to come to LCIC to pick up their family member).

There is no reimbursement of food expenses.

Yes.Do you sell SIM cards in the dormitory?
During the study abroad period, three meals will be provided even on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.
You can eat out with friends, but there is no refund for food expenses if you don't eat at the university.

・Morning: buffet style
・ Lunch: Choice from 3~4 types such as rice bowls, noodles, set meal format, etc.
・ Evening, menu format
However, it is subject to change depending on the number of international students.

The dormitory is divided into two wings, a male wing and a female wing.
However, if there is an extremely large number of male or female international students, part of the building may be changed to a male dormitory or a female dormitory.

Yes. Wi-Fi facilities are available.

Although it is small, there is a shop selling daily necessities in the dormitory.
It sells snacks (cup ramen, retort curry, etc.), detergent, hair dryer, SIM card, etc.

Yes we do.
It is relatively cheaper than buying in Japan. Please note that the number is limited. They can also be purchased off-campus.
Reference: Telecommunications carriers in the Philippines include "Smart" (for SNS use) and "Globe (emphasis on cheapness)".
* For details on how to use the settings, please check by yourself or consult with the staff after arriving at the site.

There are "2 outlets".
Some international students purchase extension cords locally to increase the number of outlets.

There is a convenience store in front of LCIC. The big supermarkets are a little far away, so you will have to use public transportation.

Alcohol and smoking are prohibited in the dormitory (on campus).
If you are an adult, there is no problem if you drink or smoke off-campus.

There is a washing machine in the dormitory, which can be used freely. Please prepare your own detergent.
it is also possible to use an external laundry service three times a week (Monday, Wednesday, Friday). However there is a fee (1 kg: 30 pesos).

Yes there is.
There is a communal drying area adjacent to the place for washing. However, we recommend that you dry items that may be easily mistaken by others (e.g. T-shirts) or that may be important or special (e.g. underwear, etc) in your private room. (it is convenient to have a laundry string).

Yes, it is possible to stay for a long time.
If you participate in each study abroad course in the same year consecutively, you can continue to stay in the dormitory. However, outside of the program schedule (Saturdays and Sundays, etc.), a separate accommodation fee of 1,200 pesos per night (* amount is subject to change) will be charged.

No, all international students are required to live in a dormitory on the LCIC campus and will live with local Filipino students and international students from other countries (Korea, Taiwan, etc.).

There is a large public bath, an open-air bath, a sauna, and a cold bath. In addition, there are a total of 38 private shower booths, 19 for men and 19 women.

Yes, there is.
However, there are "2 units" for men and women on the 5th floor of the dormitory (locker space in the bathroom). Since there are not many hairdryers, there are many people who bring their own or purchase them locally.

Yes, there are.
Water dispensers are installed throughout LCIC, not just in the dormitory.
Please do not drink tap water directly.

The dormitory has a study room and a recreation room. These facilities are free to use.

When you move into the dormitory, sheets, matress protector, blankets, etc. are already available and clean.
Once every two weeks, sheets will be provided and you will be asked to change them yourself. For voluntary exchange other than that timing, "200 pesos / time" is required.
* During peak seasons such as August, there is no regular exchange and it is based on a request system. The first time is free and the second and subsequent times will be 200 pesos.

There are no amenities provided in the dormitory (shampoo, conditioner, body soap, towels, razor, detergent, etc.).
Please bring your own. General amenities are sold at the dormitory shop.

It is a country of perpetual summer, and insects (flies, mosquitoes, ants, etc.) tend to appear more than in Japan.
Twice a month, LCIC conducts pest control* in kitchens and dormitories.
* Pest control: Exterminate harmful organisms (mice, etc.) with chemical smoke and control it to a level that does not harm human life.

This applies not only to dorm life at LCIC, but also to any situation where Japanese students live abroad — extra caution is necessary.
Japan is one of the safest and most secure countries in the world, but this is not always the case elsewhere. It is important to remember: "You are responsible for protecting your own belongings."
At LCIC, each international student is provided with a private room, which comes with a lockable door and a personal safe inside.
Even if you are stepping out for just a short time, make it a habit to lock your door and always store your cash and valuables securely in the safe.

Wi-Fi is available on campus. We have a contract with a local NTT subsidiary to maintain the system, so it is a high-speed and stable environment (for the Philippines).

We have a dedicated classroom for remote learning. Classrooms for remote learning are separated by individual booths so that international students can concentrate on their classes. EACH BOOTH IS EQUIPPED WITH A PC, GENERAL SOFTWARE SUCH AS TEAMS AND ZOOM, AND A WEBCAM.

Smartphones brought from Japan can be used as they are in a Wi-Fi environment (LCIC, airport, etc.).
However, we recommend that international students purchase a SIM card. By adding an e-Sim OR inserting a SIM card, you can use calls and SNS as a local smartphone.
* The smartphone must be in a "SIM-free" state in advance before leaving Japan.

Please enjoy sightseeing and day trips with a plan through a travel agency designated by the university.

It is possible to drive if you have an international driver's license. However, the road conditions are very different from Japan, so we do not recommend driving.

Where can I exchange local currency?There are currency exchange offices in shopping malls, shopping streets, airports, etc.
During the period when there are many international students, LCIC will call a money exchange company to carry out the exchange.
There are also good exchange offices on Mactan Island (please ask the local staff for details).

Island hopping, which takes you by boat to visit multiple islands, is popular. In addition, although it takes a little longer, whale shark watching in the southern part of Cebu Island is also popular.

You will need a work visa, so you will not be able to work part-time.

Vaccination is not a condition for studying abroad, but please check the conditions for entering the Philippines.
* Those who have not been vaccinated or have not been fully vaccinated are also allowed to travel to the Philippines, but please check the required certificates and correspondence. Travel conditions are subject to change. Please check back from time to time.

According to the security comparison site NUMBEO, , Cebu is almost as safe as New York, London, Paris, and Rome. From a global perspective, security is not bad, but there seem to be many pickpockets that are often seen in tourist spots.
LCIC will also give lectures on safety measures, but please always keep in mind that we Japanese are foreigners.

We take all possible measures to ensure security on the university campus. Specifically, there are security gates at the main gate of the university and the entrance of the dormitory, so you cannot enter unless you have an ID card. In addition, there is a 24-hour security guard stationed at the main gate, and they patrol the campus at all times. In addition, there are several superintendents stationed in the dormitory. A fence has been installed around the perimeter of the university, and many surveillance cameras have been installed.

A nurse is stationed on campus, and a doctor* comes to visit us at least three times a week.
* Filipino doctors who are fluent in Japanese are also included.

If you get sick or injured abroad, you may incur high medical expenses. If you cannot prove your ability to pay, it may be difficult to receive treatment. We strongly recommend that you purchase travel insurance from a reputable insurance company that provides adequate coverage. Credit card ancillary insurance is also available, but please note that the applicable insurance period, amount, and warranty service may be limited.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan Overseas Safety Homepage|Recommendation for Overseas Travel Insurance

Yes. When you arrive at Mactan-Cebu Airport, our local staff will pick you up 24 hours a day and take you to LCIC (dormitory).
When you return to Japan, our staff will take you from LCIC (dormitory) to Mactan-Cebu International Airport 24 hours a day.

Lapulapu-CEBU International College, Tikgahun 1 Road, Barangay Bankal, Lapu-Lapu City, CEBU 6015

Alcohol and smoking are prohibited on campus at LCIC.

Basically, it is unnecessary, but it is said that it is good to give when you feel that you have received good service. It is about 5~10% of the hotel and restaurant fare (without service charge) and 10% of the taxi fare.

In the Philippines, English education was introduced during the American rule, so it tends to be close to American English, and the pronunciation is easy for Japanese to listen to and understand.

Yes you can. However, it will be expensive because it will be used overseas. For this reason, it seems that many people purchase a local SIM card or use pocket Wi-Fi. In order to use a local SIM card, please change your smartphone (including iPhone) to a SIM-free state before leaving Japan. Mobile phones are often SIM locked, and in that state, the SIM cannot be used overseas (please check with your mobile phone company for details).

Water should only be taken from mineral water, or from a water dispenser. The same is true when it comes to ice. Please note that when eating food sold on the street, it may contain quite old items such as the sauce that comes with it.

There are taxis, Grab, jeepneys, havals, tricycles, etc., but for safety, please use a taxi or Grab.

You will need to report it to the police station at the location of the theft and have a police report issued. In addition, if you lose your passport, you will need to have it reissued after completing the procedures at the Japan Consulate General in Cebu. Re-issuing can take some time.

Yes, you can use ATMs in the area with a credit card that supports international cash advances.
However, please avoid using ATMs on the street, and instead use those located inside the LCIC campus or inside shopping malls for safety.

About withdrawing pesos from ATMs using a credit card
There is an ATM on the LCIC campus where you can withdraw pesos using a credit card that supports international cash advances.
Please note that a 250-peso ATM usage fee will apply, and additional fees may be charged by your credit card company.
(For exact fee details, please check with your card issuer.)
When withdrawing pesos, the money does not come directly from your Japanese bank account.
Instead, it works like purchasing pesos with your credit card, and the amount will be billed to your registered bank account about 1–2 months later as a credit card payment.

Classes are closed only on public holidays in the Philippines. Classes will be held as usual on public holidays in Japan.

There is no other university like that.
There are many "language schools" in Cebu. However, LCIC is the only university that accepts international students from Asian countries, mainly Japan, Korea, and Taiwan.

Yes, it is. It was established in 2021 as an overseas sister school of Hiroshima Bunkyo University.
It is a Philippine university accredited by the Philippine government, and many Filipino students study there.