Robotics Engineering
Summer '25 New Program!
The Take-Aways
Real-world Experience
Experience the process of building a robot, grasp the basics of mechanical and electrical components as well as programming tools, and come home with the skills to program and assemble a fully functional robot.
Credentials For Your Future
Topics for your college essays, experience to inform your future career, and your own simple robot design.
Life Skills And New Friendships
Return with greater self-confidence, independence, and improved communication and leadership skills. Enjoy a broader worldview and diverse friendships from across the U.S.
The Destination
Welcome to Tokyo, the world capital of gizmos and gadgets.
Imagine entire neighborhoods dedicated to different gadgets, robots serving guests at restaurants, and advanced vending machines all over. Embodying a high-tech spirit in every corner, Tokyo has long been known as a global powerhouse of innovation. Thanks to its focus on STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) in education, Japan is constantly driving us toward the future. The use of robots in medicine further highlights the country's positive technological advances, but robots also hold a special place in culture, art, and entertainment. In Tokyo, technology that makes everyday life easier (and more fun) abounds!
Tokyo may be considered one of the world's most modern cities, but it wasn't always so. Historic landmarks like the Tsukiji Fish Market and Sensō-ji Temple, Tokyo's oldest Buddhist temple, offer a glimpse of the more traditional side of Japan. Meanwhile, no adventure in Tokyo is complete without trying its iconic food, whether it's slurping ramen noodles, indulging in fresh sushi, and enjoying sweet mochi. Don't forget to snap a photo at Shibuya Crossing and Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden.
Cultural Awareness
CIEE wants all our students to feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to succeed while studying abroad. Local CIEE staff have provided details about conditions and cultural attitudes that students with specific identities might encounter in Tokyo.
Sample Activities
Just imagine all the fun you’ll have!
Check out the Avatar Robot Cafe. Get inspired by its futuristic remote-controlled robot servers!
Pick out your favorite anime, manga, video games, and electronics in Akihabara, the center of Japanese otaku culture.
Explore local cafes that grow vegetables in-house through hydroponic technology, a method of growing plants in an artificial environment.
Discover Japan's many contributions to robotics and emerging technologies at Miraikan, the National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation.
Please note activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.
Host Family Weekend
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Japanese Calligraphy
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Eligibility
Participants must be 14 years old and above.
Program open to current high school students—Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors. Students must have completed Freshman year of high school before traveling on program.
For scholarship eligibility requirements, please check our scholarship page.
For more information, refer to the detailed Program Essential Eligibility Criteria.
Dates & Fees
Application Fee
$25
Program scholarships and tuition include iNext Travel Insurance, but do not cover the cost of flights. Find additional details about what’s included with your tuition.
More questions? Find answers, get application support, sign up for virtual presentations, or contact us!
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
Program Balance = $6,750
Total Fees = $6,750Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
Program Balance = $6,750
Total Fees = $6,750Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Ready to change your life?
What's Included
Interactive Classes
Housing
3 Meals/Day
(Dietary Needs Accommodated)
All Ground Transportation
(Once In-country)
Optional Flight Chaperone
(Flight Cost Not Included)
Pre-departure Advice and Orientation
Access to WIFI
(No international data plan or SIM card included)
All Cultural Activities and Excursions
Comprehensive Medical and Travel Protection
24/7 Emergency On-site Support
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