Exchange: Akita International University

Akita International University (AIU), located in  Akita prefecture in the Tohoku region of northern Japan, is a leading liberal arts university. AIU has been recognized as one of the top universities in Japan for its humanities education and innovative approach, offering a unique academic experience. At AIU, all courses are taught in English and in small class sizes, encouraging students to work closely with teacher and high engagement in class. On top of that, the Akita prefecture is known for its natural beauty of mountains and the sea, hotsprings and the town of Kakunodate, which preserves one of Japan’s most interesting samurai (warriors of premodern Japan) districts. 

AIU brochure  (PDF)and the campus tour 

Restricted programs: EAP (Preparatory English Language) programs 

Credit equivalency: 30 credits = 5.0 UofT FCE

Available Courses: Check here.

Housing: Housing is guaranteed for nominated exchange students from U of T who submit their housing application by the deadline stipulated by the host institution. Students must follow instructions from the host institution, and specific room types and/or locations may not be guaranteed. Please find more information here. 

Location

Country(ies): Japan
City: Akita
Institution: University

Status

Accepting Applications: Yes
Timeline: Fall (Sep-Dec), Winter (Apr-Jul), Year-long (Sep-Jul)
Run By: CIE
For Credit: Yes

Deadlines: Fall/Full Year Deadline: December 3, 2024
Winter Deadline: April 2, 2025

Details

Language of Study: English
Level of Study: Undergrad
Subjects Available at Host: All, Arts and Science
Program Type: Study
Tuition & Incidentals: Paid to UofT
Program Fees: No fee
Funding: IE Award and JASSO scholarship

Eligibility

Schools/Faculties: Arts and Science (St. George) Arts and Science (UTM) Arts and Science (UTSC)
Requirements: Minimum CGPA: 2.5, and have completed at least two semesters at UofT at the time of application