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 [2026 Fall Departure]

We are recruiting students to participate in the 2026 Fall Departure Student Exchange Program.
If you would like to participate, please read the application guidelines carefully before applying.

Program Length	1semester or 1year	Program Timing	AY2026 Fall Semester (1 semester exchange) AY2026 Fall and AY2027 Spring Semester (1year exchange)
Location	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 AIU:10	Application Period	April 20, 2026 - April 29, 2026
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	Please watch the guidance video. RU Guidance Video AIU Guidance Video
How to Apply	Apply through the following survey(Scheduled to be opened during application period.)

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

【Contact】
apudsep@apu.ac.jp
Ms. Ono and Ms. Yoshioka

Domestic Student Exchange Program [2026 Spring Departure]

We are recruiting students to participate in the 2026 Spring Departure Student Exchange Program.
If you would like to participate, please read the application guidelines carefully before applying.

Program Length	1semester or 1 year	Program Timing	AY2026 Spring Semester (1 semester exchange) AY2026 Spring and Fall Semester (1year exchange)
Location	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 AIU:10	Application Period	October 15, 2025 - October 24, 2025
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 15 October,2025 RU→14:00-、AIU→15:00- Zoom ID：991 9012 9113
How to Apply	Apply through the following survey (Scheduled to be opened during application period.)

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

【Contact】
apudsep@apu.ac.jp
Ms. Ono and Ms. Yoshioka

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