Six Key Attractions

Six Key Attractions

1Affordable Study Abroad Costs

“More affordable than studying in Western countries!”
Our study abroad program includes tuition, dormitory fees, meals, and utility costs:
● Short-term Study Abroad (4 weeks) 2,080 USD (tax included)
● Mid-term Study Abroad (14 weeks) 7,280 USD (tax included)
● Mid-term Study Abroad (18 weeks) 9,360 USD (tax included)

*An additional admission fee of 200 USD, plus transportation from your home to Mactan-Cebu International Airport, and textbook fees are required.

  • includes
  • tuition
  • dormitory fees
  • meals
  • utility costs

  • Short-term Study Abroad4 weeks

    2,080USD(tax included)

  • Mid-term Study Abroad14 weeks

    7,280USD(tax included)

  • Mid-term Study Abroad18 weeks

    9,360USD(tax included)

You can also participate in multiple consecutive study abroad courses.

Study abroad at just 1/3 to 1/5 of the cost compared to Western countries!

Not only are tuition fees lower, but travel expenses from Japan and the cost of living in the Philippines are also much more affordable than in Western countries.

Rent, utilities, and three meals a day included!

The dormitory fee covers not only rent but also utilities and three meals per day. This allows students to save money and focus on their studies.

  • *Study abroad costs may vary due to exchange rate fluctuations.
  • *The admission fee includes airport and university transfer fees, a student visa, an ACR I-Card (Alien Certificate of Registration), and an SSP (Special Study Permit). This fee is required only once per study abroad period.
  • *Transportation from your home to Mactan-Cebu International Airport must be arranged and paid for individually.

2Credits Recognized by Japanese Universities

Courses taken at Lapu-Lapu Cebu International College (LCIC) will be recognized as credits. Up to 60 LCIC credits can be transferred toward graduation at your home university.

*Credit transfer policies vary by university, so please check with your institution.

3Remote Access to Japanese University Classes

With only a one-hour time difference, students at Lapu-Lapu Cebu International College (LCIC) can also participate in online classes from their home universities in Japan.

*Japanese government regulations allow a maximum of 60 remote learning credits to be earned.

*Please check with your home university for details on remote class availability and regulations.

4Fully Equipped Share-House-Style Dormitories

Our dormitory features 10-person units with private rooms, offering an international shared living experience with students from various nationalities.

Comfortable Dormitory Life

5A Popular Tourist Destination Surrounded by Nature

Mactan Island, where Lapu-Lapu Cebu International College (LCIC) is located, is a resort destination filled with luxurious hotels. In recent years, it has become a popular natural getaway for Japanese tourists as well.

Cebu

6Buddy System

A unique and highly popular system where international students are paired with a local Filipino “Buddy”. This free one-on-one program offers an opportunity to learn English while building friendships. Buddies are randomly assigned and students can quickly make friends upon arrival.

Buddy System

Plus Alpha(Extra Benefits)

Learn Korean, Chinese, and Tagalog

In addition to English, students can also take beginner-level courses in Korean, Chinese, and Tagalog, one of the official languages of the Philippines.

Join Local LCIC Student Classes

If students have a sufficient English proficiency level, they can participate in courses designed for local LCIC students. These courses may also be eligible for credit transfer.

Learn General Education Subjects in English

Courses covering SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals) and Filipino culture (offered at different levels) are available in English.