Directorate for Internationalization of Education

FAQs

Frequently Ask Questions

Is there a specific format required for the reference letter(s)?

No, there is no specific format for the reference letter(s). The only requirement is that the letter is issued by the faculty

Do students have to fund their own student exchange program? What are the costs and how is the payment processed?

Yes, student exchange programs are generally self-funded. Students are required to pay the usual tuition fee to UI for one semester. There is no additional tuition payment required at the host university.
However, students are responsible for their living expenses, accommodation, and flight tickets, unless the program offers a scholarship.

How long does a student exchange program usually last?

A student exchange program typically lasts for a minimum of one semester (approximately 6 months) and a maximum of two semesters (approximately 12 months), depending on the available quota and the partner university’s program.

Can regular and parallel students participate in student exchange? Or is it only intended for KKI students?

All active UI students, including those in regular and parallel programs, are eligible to participate in student exchange programs, as long as they meet the requirements.

Do student exchange programs in Japan and South Korea offer government scholarships such as JASSO or GKS?

Some student exchange programs in Japan and South Korea do offer scholarships like JASSO or GKS, while others do not. Please refer to the specific program details for accurate information.

If I pass the document screening at UI’s Directorate for Internationalization of Education, will I automatically receive a JASSO or GKS scholarship for student exchange programs to Japan or South Korea?

Not necessarily. Scholarship recipients will be selected and recommended by the host university to the relevant scholarship providers (JASSO or GKS).

Which universities partner with UI for student exchange programs?

To find the list of partner universities that collaborate with UI for student exchange programs, please visit the following link: https://international.ui.ac.id/partners-2/

Can students apply to more than one student exchange program at the same time?

No, students are only allowed to apply to one student exchange program per cycle. If they are not accepted, they may apply to the next available program.

When do summer programs usually take place?

Summer programs typically begin around late March or early April, but the exact dates vary each year and cannot be confirmed in advance.

Are there any student exchange programs that offer scholarships?

Yes, the AUN-ACTS program (for the Southeast Asia region) offers scholarships each year.

Does the TOEFL ITP need to be paper-based, or is the online version also accepted?

Both paper-based and online versions of the TOEFL ITP are accepted, provided they are taken through official ETS-accredited institutions. Unofficial or prediction test scores are not considered valid. One advantage of the online version is that you receive your unofficial score immediately, which can be submitted temporarily for exchange program applications.