Exchange: Aoyama Gakuin University

Aoyama Gakuin University (AGU) was founded in 1949 as part of Aoyama Gakuin, which was established in 1874 will be celebrating its institutional foundation’s 150th anniversary in 2024.  AGU has established a national reputation for the quality of its teaching and its international ambience and is widely recognized as one of the leading private universities in Japan. With a strong emphasis on contributing to society, AGU aims at educating its students with a strong sense of social responsibility and morality. Located in Tokyo, AGU is known for its academic achievements and for its vibrant and picturesque campus environment.  

AGU Brochure (PDF) 

Credit Equivalency: 30 Credits = 5.0 UofT FCE 

Available Courses (only undergraduate courses in English): Check here. 

Restricted Programs: Gymnastics courses, language courses offered to degree seeking students, and professional graduate program courses 

Housing: On-campus housing is not guaranteed. Please find more information here. 

Note: This destination is only open to Full Year or Winter exchange. This destination’s term date does not align with U of T’s. If you have any questions, please email learning.abroad@utoronto.ca. 

 

Location

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

Status

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

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

Details

Language of Study: English, Japanese
Level of Study: Undergrad, Graduate
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 Language Requirement: depending on course selection, JLPT N2 or equivalent for courses in Japanese may be required