Sophia University, Japan | Student Exchange Program | For Spring Semester 2027

Sophia University

Spring Semester 2027 | Program period: April-August

Call for application for student exchange program at Sophia University, Japan!
Open for Undergraduate (Bachelor – S1), and Graduate (Master – S2) students who have never participated on exchange program.

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Eligibility

For Undergraduate (Bachelor – S1), and Graduate (Master – S2) students

An active UI student
Minimum in the 3rd semester for Bachelor (S1) students at the time of application
Minimum in the 2nd semester for Master (S2) students at the time of application
Have not completed all required credits of their study
Must transfer credits to UI after completing exchange program

Have a strong competence in English proficiency

English Proficiency for Undergraduate:
Minimum score of TOEFL iBT 79/ TOFL ITP 550/ IELTS 6.0/ TOEIC 730.
English Proficiency for Graduate:
Minimum score of TOEFL iBT 100/ TOFL ITP 600/ IELTS 7.0/ TOEIC 870

Must not graduate from UI until the exchange program is completed
Have strong academic performance, with no D or E grades on the transcript

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 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 Head of Departement/Study Program)

The faculty supports and acknowledges the offline outbound international mobility program.
The student will not graduate from UI until the international mobility program is completed.
Earned credits are transferable to UI.

Academic record signed by Vice Dean

Motivation Letter

CV (following the provided format)

A Valid English Proficiency Certificate

English Proficiency for Undergraduate:
Minimum of score TOEFL iBT 79/ TOFL ITP 550/ IELTS 6.0/ TOEIC 730.
English Proficiency for Graduate:
Minimum of score TOEFL iBT 100/ TOFL ITP 600/ IELTS 7.0/ TOEIC 870

Written approval letter of departure from parents (following the provided format)
Learning agreement (following the provided format)
Consent letter (following the provided format)

Recommendation Letter

Learning Agreement

Consent Letter

Approval Letter of Departure

CV - International Mobility UI