To participate in the program, you should have at least a bachelor's degree by the time of departure (late July). This means anyone with a bachelor's already, or anyone in their final year of college is generally eligible to apply. Hope that helps!
As the JET Program is operated by the Embassies and Consulates in each country, you would need to contact the Japanese Embassy in Budapest for confirmation. JET applicants will need to apply through whichever country they are a citizen of, meaning that only the Japanese Embassy in Hungary would be able to answer your questions. Hope that helps!
Thank you for your question! Spouses of JETs can apply for a 'Dependent Visa', which will allow them to live in Japan along with the JET. The Spouse can also apply for a work permit, which will allow them to pursue part time employment in Japan if they so wish. However, while JET participants' initial flights and hotel fees are covered by the JET Program, spouses and other dependents are liable to...
Hi, great question! There is no right way to answer because everyone's experience is unique! We recommend reading program reviews to get a feel for the experience you may have abroad. There are some great reviews at the bottom of this page under "Reviews": https://www.gooverseas.com/teach-abroad/japan/jetprogramme/….
Thank you for your question! Interested applicants with children are more than welcome to apply! If you are selected for the program and wish to bring your children along, they will be able to join you in Japan on a 'dependent' visa. As school enrollment will depend on their age and your placement within Japan, you would need to talk to the JET coordinator in your region for more information on...
No, you cannot choose which grade level you teach. You can request a grade level, but you will be placed based on which grade level the interviewers and Japanese government officials reviewing your application think that you are most suited for and based on what positions are available.
Thank you for your question! As applications for the 2017 JET Program have closed, you are no longer able to apply for this year. However JET starts a new round of applications every fall from September to November, and we welcome your application in the future. See https://jetprogramusa.org/ or your country's JET Program homepage for more details.
Yes.