

Kansai Gaidai University
Hirakata, Japan
World-class learning in the heart of a vibrant, modern city
Academic Calendar
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Fall Semester: September - December
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Spring Semester: January - May
Nomination Period
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Fall Semester: January - May
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Spring Semester: August - November
Internship Opportunities (Spring Semester only)
Exchange students in the Asian Studies Program can gain first-hand experience in Japanese businesses, schools, and organizations. Past placements include:
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Keihan Hotels & Resorts
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Komatsu Ltd.
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Kyoto City International Foundation
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SMBC Nikko Securities Inc.
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Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation
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RIHGA Royal Hotel Osaka
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Local schools in Hirakata and Osaka
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The American Chamber of Commerce in Japan
Additional Fees
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General Deposit: JPY 10,000 (refundable)
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International Student Fee: JPY 10,000 (mandatory)
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Liability Insurance & Medical Assistance Fee: JPY 4,300 (mandatory)
Tuition Fees
No tuition fees for the Exchange Program if nominated by an exchange partner institution.
Requirements
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Official academic transcript
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Minimum GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)
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Two recommendation letters from university professors/instructors (forms available on GAIDAI-Link, must be emailed directly by the professor)
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Japanese Instructor’s Reference Form (only if you have studied Japanese before; counts as one of the two recommendation letters, but the other must be from a different professor)
Housing Options
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Homestay (2 meals/day): JPY 320,000 per semester *
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GLOBAL COMMONS 結 -YUI- International Student Residence (kitchen facility available): JPY 270,000 *
(All rooms are single rooms equipped with Desk, Bookshelf,
Refrigerator, Bed, Closet, Internet access and Shoebox)
Reservation Fee: JPY 2,000 (Non refundable) *
Security Deposit: JPY 30,000 (Refundable)

