Four Illinois students receive Critical Language Scholarships
CLS in the Press Posted April 14, 2026
Requires Two Years of Prior Study
Japan has been known for decades as one of the world's cultural, technological, and economic hubs and has long drawn students fascinated with the country's combination of millennia old traditions and stunning modern prowess across countless different fields. Learning Japanese offers not only the opportunity to experience firsthand the beautiful culture and people of this island nation, but to build a career around its long-standing social and economic importance worldwide.
The Japanese language will give you a competitive edge among Americans seeking to engage in East Asia's booming global market. Furthermore, Japanese language proficiency and cultural knowledge will give you the ability to form successful cross-cultural partnerships with Japanese people and in fields of study like architecture, politics, medicine, and literature.
Four Illinois students receive Critical Language Scholarships
CLS in the Press Posted April 14, 2026
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