Domestic Exchange Program

Pursue Your Field of Specialization

Ritsumeikan University - Akita International University Exchange Program (1 semester or 1 year program)

Through domestic exchange programs it is possible to study at two universities: Ritsumeikan University (RU) and Akita International University (AUI). Unlike APU, Ritsumeikan University (RU) has nine colleges, so it is possible to deepen your knowledge in areas that are not available at APU. (There are actually 16 colleges; however, program participants are able to apply to nine of them.) Additionally, RU has a high percentage of students hwo are Japanese.
On the other hand, Akita International University (AIU) offers many small classes, and classes are all held in English. In contrast to major education where you matser knowledge deeply in a specific field of expertise, their programs offer a liberal arts education where you master diverse prespectives that can help you make the right decisions absed on the circumstances.
Please choose and participate in the program that best matches your interests and where you can enrich your experiences and deepen your studies.

Domestic Student Exchange Program [2022 Fall Departure]

We are recruiting students to participate in the 2022 Fall Departure Domestic Student Exchange Program.

If you would like to participate, please read the application guidelines carefully before applying

Program Length	6 months or 1 year	Program Timing	AY2022 Fall Semester (1 semester exchange) AY2022 Fall Semester and AY2023 Spring Semester (1 year exchange)
Location	Ritsumeikan University (Kyoto city, Kusatsu City, Shiga/ Ibaraki City, Osaka) Ritsumeikan University (Kyoto city, Kusatsu City, Shiga/ Ibaraki City, Osaka) Ritsumeikan University (Kyoto city, Kusatsu City, Shiga/ Ibaraki City, Osaka) Akita International University (Akita city)	Acquired Skills/Abilities	Self Management Specialized Knowledge
Program fee	None (excluding rent, living expenses etc.)
Number of Participants	RU: 10 AIU: 10	Application Period	From 11 April to 25 April 2022
Eligibility	・3rd - 6th semester student at the time of application ･Must Fulfill the requirements set by the host university * There are other application requirements. Please check the Application Information for details.
Additional Information	－
Guidance Session	Wednesday 13 April, 2022 4th period (15:30) Venue: Zoom: 932 2126 2491
How to Apply	Apply through the following survey

The above is an overview of the program. Please be sure to check the details from the Application Information below before applying.

Application Information

Domestic Student Exchange Program [2023 Spring Deprature]

We are recruiting students to participate in the 2023 Spring Departure Domestic Student Exchange Program.

If you would like to participate, please read the application guidelines carefully before applying

Program Length	6 months or 1 year	Program Timing	AY2023 Spring Semester (1 semester exchange) AY2023 Spring and Fall Semester (1 year exchange)
Location	Ritsumeikan University (Kyoto city, Kusatsu City, Shiga/ Ibaraki City, Osaka) Ritsumeikan University (Kyoto city, Kusatsu City, Shiga/ Ibaraki City, Osaka) Ritsumeikan University (Kyoto city, Kusatsu City, Shiga/ Ibaraki City, Osaka) Akita International University (Akita city)	Acquired Skills/Abilities	Self Management Autonomy Specialized Knowledge
Program fee	None (excluding rent, living expenses etc.)
Number of Participants	RU：10 (1 semester）、10 （1 year） AIU:10	Application Period	From mid October to late October, 2022
Eligibility	・3rd - 6th semester student at the time of application ･Must Fulfill the requirements set by the host university * There are other application requirements. Please check the Application Information for details.
Additional Information	－
Guidance Session	Wednesday 12 October, 2022 4th period (14:20) Venue: Classroom (TBA) / Zoom: 918 5842 4715 ※Guidance can be attended in person or online
How to Apply	Apply through the following survey (The survey will be opened in recruitment period)

The above is an overview of the program. Please be sure to check the details from the Application Information below before applying. (Scheduled to be uploaded in October 2022)

Application Information

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