I was doing some Japanese listening practice on Youtube and one video I came across mentioned Middlebury Language School. From the information I've gathered from talking to the assistant director of enrollment, it's an 8-week summer school type program that's offered in Vermont, USA. The school has a strict policy where students are only able to speak, read, and write in their targeted language. Only exception to this rule is being out of ear shot to speak to family or minor things outside of the campus. Activities include sports, art and crafts, singing, yoga, etc. Tuition is about 16k-17k. They also provide career and internships in Japan if needed after the program.
Personally, I would still want to go to Japan to be fully immersed in my surroundings. Though, I think this could be a good alternative for those in the US who don't want to spend 2k to fly to Japan. What do you guys think? Has anyone ever taken their language program before?
by Shinobidono-2