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Akita International University

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Programs

Programs Class Commence
International Liberal Arts September 1, 2023
International Liberal Arts April 1, 2024

International Liberal Arts
International Liberal Arts

Offers bachelor's degrees in Global Business, Global Studies, and Global Connectivity Program. The undergraduate program at AIU offers all subject matter courses taught in English, only, the first program in Japan to do so. Foreign language courses in five languages as well as Japanese for speakers of other languages are offered in part in the target language. All AIU degree-seeking students are required to spend one year abroad at one of our Partner Universities around the world. A significant portion of the international students studying here are exchange students from our partner institutions, who participate in our Japanese Language and Japan Studies courses, or take any of the other courses offered in our undergraduate program. In Fall 2023, AIU welcomed 160 international students from 28 countries and regions, a strong indication of its commitment to intercultural education.

Program Information
Subject - Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Duration 4 years
Degree Bachelor
Type of Degree Bachelor
Major - Global Business Program
- Global Studies Program
- Global Connectivity Program
Classes Commence September 1, 2023
Entrance Fee 423,000 yen (282,000 yen for residents of Akita Prefecture)
Tuition Fees 696,000 yen
Other Expenses Approximately 810,000 yen
Location Okutsubakidai, Yuwa Tsubakigawa, Akita-shi 010-1292, Japan
Area Hokkaido & Tohoku Region (Sapporo, Sendai, etc.)
Program Started April, 2004
No. of Students 803
No. of Full and Part-Time Faculty Members 123
Additional Information Akita International University (AIU) has been recognized as one of the top universities in Japan for its uniqueness and innovative approach. Since its establishment in 2004, the university has been highly regarded and received constant attention from the public.

As a leading Liberal Arts University in Japan, we place emphasis on well-rounded humanities education. As a result, the university is also known for the high employment rate of its graduates.

Available student activities include 47 student clubs (as of AY 2022), community outreach, and local immersion activities. 88% on-campus housing for Japanese and international students bringing students from various backgrounds into direct contact and maximizing the benefit of international living as well as studying.
Application Type Open to non-Japanese students only
Admission Capacity Limited
Application Period Period for online application and payment of the application fee:
Wednesday, February 1, 2023 to Friday, February 24, 2023.

Deadline for submission of required documents after online application:
Friday, February 24, 2023 (*must arrive)
Examination Date Evaluation of written application materials
Results Announced Wednesday, March 22, 2023
Enrollment Procedure Period Thursday, March 23, 2023, to Friday, April 14, 2023
Eligibility https://admission.aiu.ac.jp/admission/undergraduate/#english
Application Process 1) Application fee payment
2) Submission of required documents
Screening Process Evaluation of submitted documents
Admission Fee 17,000 yen
Contact Addressee: Admissions Office Akita International University
Phone: +81-18-886-5931
Fax: +81-18-886-5910
Email: info@aiu.ac.jp
URL: https://web.aiu.ac.jp/en/contact

As of October 3, 2023


International Liberal Arts
International Liberal Arts

Offers bachelor's degrees in Global Business, Global Studies, and Global Connectivity Program. The undergraduate program at AIU offers all subject matter courses taught in English, only, the first program in Japan to do so. Foreign language courses in five languages as well as Japanese for speakers of other languages are offered in part in the target language. All AIU degree-seeking students are required to spend one year abroad at one of our Partner Universities around the world. A significant portion of the international students studying here are exchange students from our partner institutions, who participate in our Japanese Language and Japan Studies courses, or take any of the other courses offered in our undergraduate program. In Fall 2023, AIU welcomed 160 international students from 28 countries and regions, a strong indication of its commitment to intercultural education.

Program Information
Subject - Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Duration 4 years
Degree Bachelor
Type of Degree Bachelor
Major - Global Business Program
- Global Studies Program
- Global Connectivity Program
Classes Commence April 1, 2024
Entrance Fee 423,000 yen (282,000 yen for residents of Akita Prefecture)
Tuition Fees 696,000 yen
Other Expenses Approximately 810,000 yen
Location Okutsubakidai, Yuwa Tsubakigawa, Akita-shi 010-1292, Japan
Area Hokkaido & Tohoku Region (Sapporo, Sendai, etc.)
Program Started April, 2004
No. of Students 803
No. of Full and Part-Time Faculty Members 123
Additional Information Akita International University (AIU) has been recognized as one of the top universities in Japan for its uniqueness and innovative approach. Since its establishment in 2004, the university has been highly regarded and received constant attention from the public.

As a leading Liberal Arts University in Japan, we place emphasis on well-rounded humanities education. As a result, the university is also known for the high employment rate of its graduates.

Available student activities include 47 student clubs (as of AY 2022), community outreach, and local immersion activities. 88% on-campus housing for Japanese and international students bringing students from various backgrounds into direct contact and maximizing the benefit of international living as well as studying.
Application Type Open to non-Japanese students only
Admission Capacity Limited
Application Period Period for online application and payment of the application fee:
Friday, October 20, 2023 - Tuesday, November 7, 2023, 5:00 p.m., JST.

Deadline for submission of required documents after online application:
Wednesday, November 8, 2023 (*must arrive)
Examination Date Evaluation of written application materials
Results Announced Wednesday, December 6, 2023
Enrollment Procedure Period Thursday, December 7, 2023, to Friday, January 5, 2024
Eligibility https://admission.aiu.ac.jp/admission/undergraduate/#english
Application Process 1) Application fee payment
2) Submission of required documents
Screening Process Evaluation of submitted documents
Admission Fee 17,000 yen
Contact Addressee: Admissions Office Akita International University
Phone: +81-18-886-5931
Fax: +81-18-886-5910
Email: info@aiu.ac.jp
URL: https://web.aiu.ac.jp/en/contact

As of October 3, 2023

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