Directorate for Internationalization of Education

Kumamoto University, Japan | Student Exchange Program | For Fall Semester 2026

Kumamoto University

Fall Semester 2026 | Program period: September-February

Call for application for exchange program at Kumamoto University, Japan!
Open for undergraduate and graduate students who have never participated on exchange program.

Eligiblity

FOR UNDERGRADUATE AND GRADUATE STUDENTS
  • An active UI Student
  • Min. 3rd semester Bachelor at the time of application
  • Min. 2nd semester Master at the time of application
  • Have not completed all required credits of their study
  • Must transfer credits to UI after completing exchange program
  • Must not graduate from UI until the exchange program is completed
  • Have a strong academic performance
  • Have a strong competence in English or Japanese proficiency
  • Must purchase international health insurance that meets visa and partner university requirements
  • Must have a valid passport at the time of application.
  • Students who have participated or are currently enrolled in a student exchange or fee-paying study abroad program are not eligible
  • Must not be currently applying for or accepting any exchange at the time of application.
  • Must comply with faculty-specific rules and regulations (if any)

Document Requirements

  • Faculty Recommendation Letter (signed by the Vice Dean for Academic, Research, and Student Affairs/ Education Manager/ Head of International Office at Faculty)
  1. The faculty supports and acknowledges the offline outbound international mobility program.
  2. The student will not graduate from UI until the international mobility program is completed.
  3. Earned credits are transferable to UI.
  • Academic record signed by Vice Dean
  • CV & Motivation Letter
  • A Valid English and Japanese Proficiency Certificate
  • J-Course: JLPT N2 or higher
  • E-Course: TOEFL iBT 61 or higher/ ILETS 6.0 or higher
  • Written approval letter of departure from parents (following the provided format)
  • Learning agreement (following the provided format)
  • Consent letter (following the provided format)

Notes:

Faculties open for the exchange students: Faculty of Letters, Faculty of Law, Faculty of Education, Faculty of Science, Faculty of Engineering

How to Apply:

Send the documents to the link in below at the latest on 3 March 2026.

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