What ages does Japanese Apprentice accept?

Japanese Apprentice is open to children ages 13–18. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.

How much does Japanese Apprentice cost?

Japanese Apprentice publishes $811/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

Is Japanese Apprentice accredited?

Yes — Japanese Apprentice is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 60 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.

Who runs Japanese Apprentice?

Japanese Apprentice is operated by a university program, with 60 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.

Does Japanese Apprentice provide lunch?

Yes — Japanese Apprentice includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.

How does Japanese Apprentice compare to other language/cultural camps in Moorhead?

Japanese Apprentice is one of 20 language/cultural camps in Moorhead that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

▌ Language/Cultural · Ages 13–18

Japanese Apprentice

Concordia Language Villages · $811/week

Leadership and language program for teens interested in Japanese.

▌ Editor's read The Concordia Language Villages website loads successfully, detailing the Japanese Apprentice program. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) until 2025, indicating adherence to industry standards for health, safety, and program quality. The program is part of Concordia Language Villages, which has been operating for 60 years, founded by Dr. Gerhard Haukebo, and is owned by Concordia College. They offer both day and overnight programs, making it a hybrid model. The website explicitly states a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:5 and mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Google reviews for Concordia Language Villages show an average rating of 4.8 stars from over 200 reviews, with many praising the immersive language experience and dedicated staff. Social media handles found are @concordialanguagevillages on Instagram and ConcordiaLanguageVillages on Facebook.

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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited

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Since 196660+ years operating

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University programRun by an academic institution

Who thrives here Ages 13–18

Japanese Apprentice serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in language/cultural, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type: Overnight camp
ACA accredited: Yes
Established: 1966 (60 years)
Operator: University program
Staff-to-camper ratio: Published by camp see camp site →

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Details

Category: Language/Cultural
Ages: 13–18
Address: 901 8th St S, Moorhead, MN 56562, USA
Phone: (800) 222-4750
Email: [email protected]

3 sessions (1 one-week, 2 multi-week blocks), from Jun 15 to Jul 18.

Sessions ⛓

Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.

Session 1 Jun 15 – 20, 2026 · 1 week · $1,425
Session 3 Jun 22 – Jul 4, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,265
Session 4 Jul 6 – 18, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,265

↗ What parents like

Develop leadership skills
Deepen language abilities
Assist younger villagers

↘ Watch for

Requires application and selection
For older, experienced campers

Logistics

Lunch provided: Yes
Transportation: No
Financial aid: No
Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Japanese Apprentice

What ages does Japanese Apprentice accept?: Japanese Apprentice is open to children ages 13–18. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Japanese Apprentice cost?: Japanese Apprentice publishes $811/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Japanese Apprentice accredited?: Yes — Japanese Apprentice is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 60 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
Who runs Japanese Apprentice?: Japanese Apprentice is operated by a university program, with 60 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Japanese Apprentice provide lunch?: Yes — Japanese Apprentice includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
How does Japanese Apprentice compare to other language/cultural camps in Moorhead?: Japanese Apprentice is one of 20 language/cultural camps in Moorhead that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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Camps near here

Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Japanese Apprentice.

Concordia Language Villages · Ages 7–18
Japanese Youth One Week · Concordia Language Villages · Ages 8–18 · $1,425/week
Japanese Youth Two Week · Concordia Language Villages · Ages 10–15 · $1,415/week
Norwegian Youth Two Week · Bemidji · Ages 8–13 · $1,633/week
Russian Youth One Week (Concordia Language Villages) · Ages 8–18 · $1,425/week
Spanish Youth One Week · Bemidji · Ages 9–16 · $1,425/week
Concordia Language Villages - Women's Wellness Weekend · Ages 18–99 · $875/week
Danish Youth Two Week · Bemidji · Ages 7–18 · $1,415/week