AKITA

Welcome to Akita Universit yGuide for
International
Students

AkitaUniversity
Akita University is a comprehensive national university consisting of both undergraduate and graduate programs.
Formerly known as Akita Normal School, Akita Youth Normal School, and Akita Mining College, it was later establishedas Akita University in 1949.
Student Figures (as of May 1, 2023)◆Students: 5,196 (Undergraduate 4,324, Graduate 872)
◆International Students: 263 (Undergraduate 142, Graduate 121) *The figure includes degree seeking international students.
International Students
Total number
admitted
Degree-seeking Non Degree-seeking
Total
International Resource Sciences
516
11
5
16
Education and Human Studies
888
8
25
33
Medicine
1,213
1
0
1
Engineering Science
1,707
84
8
92
Total
4,324
104
38
142
Faculties

Overseas Partner Universities (as of May. 1, 2023)

International Students
Total number
admitted
Degree-seeking Non Degree-seeking
Total
International Resource Sciences
157
72
1
73
Education42000Medicine229
3
14Engineering Science
424
44
0
44
Advanced Health Care Engineering
20
0
0
0
Total
872
119
2
121
Graduate Schools

Inter-Faculty Agreements

Inter-University Agreements● 38 Faculties (22 Countries and Regions)●73 Universities (35 Countries and Regions)
Countries/Regions

Indian Institute of Technology Madras
Vellore Institute of Technology
Institut Teknologi Bandung
Trisakti University
Indonesia Gadjah Mada University
Universitas Pertamina
Padjadjaran University
Hanbat National University
Korea Wonkwang University
Kangwon National University
Chulalongkorn University
Thailand Suranaree University of Technology
Chiang Mai University
Lunghwa University of Science and Technology
National Taiwan University
Taiwan National Changhua University of Education
National Cheng Kung University
Chang Jung Christian University
Heilongjiang University
Central South University
Liaoning Technical University
Dalian Minzu University
Lanzhou University
Jilin University
China Northeastern University
Donghua University
Tongji Medical College Huazhong
University of Science and Technology
Chang'an University
Beihua University
Jiaxing University
Northwest Normal University
University of the Philippines Diliman
Philippines University of the Philippines Manila
University of the Philippines Los Baños
Hanoi University of Science and Technology
Vietnam
University of Transport and Communications
Malaysia University of Malaya
Myanmar University of Yangon
India

Asia

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Universities

Mongolian University of Science and Technology
Mongolia Mongolian State University of Education
New Mongol Academy
Kenya Kenyatta University
Botswana International University
Botswana of Science and Technology
University of Botswana
AfricaEduardo Mondlane University
Mozambique
Tete Polytechnic Institute for Higher Education
Republic of The Unversity of the WitwatersrandSouth Africa
Zambia University of Zambia
Griffith University
Australia
Curtin University
Oceania
Papua New
Guinea Papua New Guinea University of Technology
St.Cloud State University
USA
North
University of Guam
America
Canada Memorial University of Newfoundland
South America
Chile
University of Santiago
IsraelUniversity of Haifa
MiddleEast
UAE
United Arab Emirates University
University of Cagliari
Italy
University of Ferrara
D. Serikbayev East Kazakhstan
StateTechnical University
Kazakhstan
Nazarbayav University
Kyrgyz State University of Geology, Mining
Kyrgyzstan and Natural Resources Development named
after Academician U. Asanaliev
Sweden Luleå University of Technology
Europe(including Tajikistan Mining-metallurgical Institute of Tajikistan
NIS
Germany Freiberg University of Mining and Technology
countries)
Lapland University of Applied Sciences
Finland
Kajaani University of Applied Sciences
Belarus Belarusian State Medical University
Poland Cracow University of Economics
Romania University of Bucharest
Bosnia and Banja Luka University
Herzegovina University of East Sarajevo
Belgium VIVES University of Applied Sciences
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Countries/Regions

Faculties, Universities

Faculty of Engineering, Hasanuddin University
Faculty of Geological Engineering, Universitas Padjadjaran
Faculty of Mineral Technology Universitas
Pembangunan Nasional "Veteran"Yogyakarta
Thailand Faculty of Science, Kasetsart Universityof Earth Sciences Faculty of Marine
AfricaSudan Faculty
Sciences and Fisheriese,Red Sea University
Technical Faculty in Bor, University of Belgrade
Graduate
Serbia National Institute of Chemistry,Technology
School ofand Metallurgy, University of Belgrade
International
Resource
Poland The AGH University of Science and Technology
EuropeSciences (including
Uzbek-Japan Innovation Center of Youth (UJICY)
NIS
University of Geological Sciences of Uzbekistan/countries) Uzbekistan Uzbek-Japan Innovation Center of Youth (UJICY)
Navoi State Mining InstituteCentre of Innovative Development of Science and New
Tajikistan Technologies, National Academy of Sciences of Tajikistan
Institut National de la recherche scientifique,Université du Québec
North America Canada
Faculty of Engineering,University of Alberta
Faculty of Education
Language School of
Asia
Korea Koreanand Human Studies
Sungkonghoe University
China Beijing Hospital,Ministry of Health
Asia
Singapore Alice Lee Center for Nursing Studies, Yong Loo Lin
School of Medicine, National University of Singapore
Thailand School of Nursing Suranaree University of Technology
Graduate
School ofFrance The Faculty of Medicine of Lille 2 University
Medicine Europe
Belgium Bachelor in Nursing & Bachelor in Occupational
Therapy VIVES University of Applied Sciences
John A. Burns School of Medicine, University of Hawaii at Manoa
North
USA
America
MD Anderson Cancer Center, University of Texas
Akita University
Asia
China The First Hospital of Lanzhou University
Hospital
Taiwan College of Engineering Minghsin University of Science and Technology
Department of Precision Instruments and Mechanology,Tsing Hua University
Department of Chemistry,Tsing Hua University
China
School of Materials Science and Engineering,Tongji University
Asia
Shanghai Key Lab of D&A for Metal Functional Materials,Tongji University
India The CSIR-lndian Institute of Chemical Technology
Malaysia Japan International Institute of
Graduate
Malaysia Technology, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
School ofEngineering
Thailand Thai-Nichi Institute of Technology
Science
AfricaTunisia Faculty of Technology,University of Sfax
of Design and Creative Technologies,
Oceania New Zealand Faculty
Aukland University of Technology (AUT)
North America USA Montana College of Mineral Science and Technology
Hungary Faculty of Informatics, University of Debrecen
Europe Slovakia Faculty of Mathematics, Physics and Informatics,Comenius University
Great Britain Faculty of Engineering Science, Aston University
Center for Regional
Shanghai Key Lab of D&A for Metal
Asia
China Functional Materials,Tongji University
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春Spring

夏SummerAkita

An abundance of nature and traditional culture changing along with the four seasons.

Akita Prefecture is located in northern Honshu on the Sea of Japan. It offers a rich natural environment including the Shirakami mountain
range (a World Heritage site), Lake Tazawa (the deepest lake in Japan), Hachimantai, and Oga Peninsula, where the four seasons can be
distinctly experienced and enjoyed. Akita’s seasonal festivities include the Sakura (cherry blossom) festivals in spring, Kanto festival (one of
the three great Tohoku festivals) in summer, viewing fall foliage in autumn, and a variety snow sports (skiing, snowboarding, etc.) in winter.
The university’s campus is located in Akita City with a population of 300,000. It is the capital of Akita Prefecture, and is also theprefecture’s political and economic center. It is convenient in terms of transportation and has a lower cost of living than Tokyo. Students findthe city a very suitable environment for daily life.
Kanto Festival

Namahage Event

Held every year from August 3 –6 in Akita City. The largest Kanto
Pole is 12 meters in height andweighs approximately 50 kgs.
Balancing the giant Kanto using
their hands, lower back andforehead, the dancers display
their skills while competing with
one another. The university also
has a kanto team.

Lake Tazawa

Japan’s deepest lake, located in the cityof Semboku (Maximum depth 423.4 m).
It is approximately 1 hour away from theuniversity and it is a great place to enjoy
canoeing or rafting.

秋Autumn

An ethnic tradition originatingfrom the Oga Peninsula, heldon New Year’s Eve. Namahage
are said to be messengers of
the gods.

Kiritampo

Kiritampo, part of Akita’s regional cuisine, is ricethat has been mashed and wrapped around a
skewer, then toasted and finally cut into easyto-eat pieces. When it is added to a hot pot withchicken, vegetables, mushrooms, etc. it is called“Kiritampo Nabe” (Kiritampo hot pot).

Onsen (hot springs)

Akita has many hot springs, the most
famous being Nyuto Hot Spring
Village and Tamagawa Hot Spring.
This photo features the open-air bathat Nyuto Hot Spring Village.

冬Winter03

Undergraduate

Interview Movies with
Undergraduate Students
EnglishSub

Faculty of International Resource Sciences

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Japan is facing problems associated with the allocation of the earth's resources such as economic minerals and petroleum resources. With thesechallenges in mind, the faculty of International Resource Sciences was launched in 2014 with the purpose of developing global human resources toaddress these problems.
We provide a unique education experience in resource sciences by offering specialized education in English, overseas resource science fieldwork
and an interdisciplinary approach to resource science education.
The faculty consists of 3 courses. "Resource Policy and Management" in which students study natural resources from the perspective of humanities
and social sciences, including political science and economics, business and international cooperation with resource-rich countries; " Earth Resource
Science," in which students study global-scale natural phenomena, earth history, materials comprising the earth, and their distribution and explorationthat produce resources; and the "Earth Resource Engineering and Environmental Science," in which students study specialized fields related toresource development and production technology, recycling and refining technology, and environmental conservation, all in harmony with the global
environment.
Department of International
Resource Sciences

Resource Policy and Management

Earth Resource Science

Earth Resource Engineering andEnvironmental Science

Faculty of Education and Human Studies

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The Faculty of Education and Human Studies consists of the Department of School Education and the Department of Regional Studies andHumanities. The Department of School Education focuses on teacher training with particular emphasis on elementary education, which includes
pre-school and junior-high school education. The goal of the Department of Regional Studies and Humanities is to produce talented graduates
who can play a central role in their local communities in areas such as the local economy, cultural development, and community development andrevival.
Department of
School Education

Course for Compulsory
School Teachers

Course for English
Language Teachers

Course for Science andMathematics Teachers

Department of Regional
Studies and Humanities

Program in Regional
Studies

Program in International
Culture Studies

Program in PsychologicalStudies

Course for Special Needs
Education Teachers

Faculty of Medicine

Course for Child
Development and Education

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We are training talented students who are able to maintain an international perspective and who can contribute to people’s health and welfare.
We do this by first making sure that our students have a broad educational background rooted in the humanities. Our students are f lexible
and adaptable allowing them to adjust accordingly to the ever advancing fields of medicine and healthcare. Over time our students develop an
ability to solve problems, and a firm understanding of medical and health sciences. Other than working as a medical professional in a clinicalsetting, these programs also offer the possibility of on into graduate school to become a researcher or instructor, or any number of other advanced
specialists in the medical field continuing.
School of Medicine
School of Health Sciences

Nursing major

Physical Therapy major

Occupational Therapy major

Faculty of Engineering Science

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The Faculty of Engineering Science has been restructured, placing a greater emphasis on integrating “the sciences”, which seek to understandnature through the process of refining and producing resource materials with “engineering”, which finds practical applications for refined resourcesthat benefit society. Based on those terms, the Faculty aims to develop talented graduates with logical thinking skills and the ability to realize andimplement innovative ideas.
The Faculty consists of 4 departments, which consists of 8 separate courses, as listed below.

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Department of Life Science

Life Science Course

Department of Materials Science

Applied Chemistry Course

Materials Science andEngineering Course

Department of Mathematical Science andElectrical-Electronic-Computer Engineering

Mathematical Science Course

Electrical and Electronic
Engineering Course

Department of Systems Design Engineering

Mechanical Engineering Course

Civil and Environmental
Engineering Course

Human-Centered Computing
CourseGraduate
Graduate School of International Resource Sciences
The Graduate School of International Resource Sciences aims to study global resource problems and stimulate critical and creative
thinking to develop strategies to help solve problems of energy and resource development, production and distribution. We strongly
encourage international students to apply for this program. All lectures are conducted in English, and research activities mainly
consist of discussions in English. You can take a course in English in order to get a degree.

Master’s Degree Program

Doctoral Degree Program

Earth Resource Science

Geosciences, Geotechnology, and Materials Engineering for Resources

Earth Resource Engineering and Environmental Science

Graduate School of Medicine
The Graduate School of Medicine aims to train excellent researchers and highly specialized medical staff who possess aninternational perspective, and who can promote the most advanced research in medicine, medical, and life sciences, all ofwhich contribute to the development of human health and welfare.

Master’s Degree Program

Master's Degree Program

Medical Science

Health Sciences

Doctoral Degree Program

Doctoral Degree Program

Medicine

Health Sciences

Nursing Science

Women and Children's Development
Support Sciences

Rehabilitation Science

Lifestyle Function and Health Support

Graduate School of Engineering Science
The Graduate School of Engineering Science aims to nurture human resources who can systematically acquire advanced
specialized knowledge and skills on a fundamental basis, and who can contribute to regional development and thesustainable growth of Japan based on a flexible approach, international perspective and solid ethics.

Master’s Degree Program
Life Science
Materials Science
Mathematical Science and Electrical-Electronic-Computer Engineering
Systems Design Engineering

Doctoral Degree Program
Integrated Engineering Science

The Doctoral Degree Program provides a separate English
course in which the entire curriculum is conducted in
English.

Cooperative Major in Life Cycle Design Engineering

Graduate School of Advanced Healthcare Engineering
The Graduate School of Medicine, the Graduate School of Science and Engineering, and the “Advanced Research Center
for Geriatric and Gerontology, Akita University (ARGG)” will collaborate to establish an educational curriculum thatcovers health care in daily life, medical diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis for people living in super-aging societies, withthe objective of solving problems that arise in the field by utilizing ICT and data science. The purpose of this program is tocontribute to a vibrant super-aging society by solving problems that arise in the field through the use of ICT and data science,and to develop human resources who can disseminate the results of their research on new devices and systems to the world.

Master’s Degree Program
Engineering

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1. Self-funded International Students
Category

PurposeUndergraduate Students

Graduate Students

Degree Seeking(Bachelor)

Notes
Must earn required credits and be enrolled at the University
for minimum of 4 years (6 years for medical students).

Degree Seeking(Master/Doctorate)

Take required courses, pass final exams, and pass thesis review.
Master’s Degree
Required to be enrolled in one of the following programs fora minimum of 2 years:
Graduate School of International Resource Sciences Program
Graduate School of Medicine Program, Graduate School ofEngineering Science Program, Graduate School of Advanced
Healthcare Engineering Program.

Exchange Students

Short-term Exchange Students(Undergraduate, Graduate)
Short-term Research Students(Graduate)

Non-degree Study Students
Research Students

Non-degree
Seeking

Non-degree
Seeking
Preparing for
Graduate School

Application
See the attached “Selection
Criteria for Self-fundedInternational Students”

See Graduate Schools,
Websites

Doctoral Degree
Health Sciences: 3 years minimum enrollment.
Medicine: 4 years minimum enrollment.
International Resource Sciences, Engineering Science: 3 years
minimum enrollment.
Only available for students enrolled in our partner universities About 5 months before the start ofwith international student exchange agreements. Required to the program
Applicants for April admission:
attend programs for 1 semester or 2 semesters.
around November
Applicants for October admission:
Undergraduate
Credits and transcript of results issued.
* Course requirements for completion: 8 classes or around May*Refer to the website formore per week (1 class = 90 minutes) and credits
international exchange for
Graduate
Certificate of course completion issued.
details.
Required to attend regular courses and obtain required grades.
* Minimum enrollment of 10hours per week is required for
obtaining a student visa. (However, excluding Faculty ofInquire directly to each Faculty
Education and Human Studies)and Graduate School
Required to be engaged in research of specific themes under
the supervision of an approved advisor.

2. Japanese Government Sponsored International Students*See the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology website for more information.

Category

Japanese Studies
Students, “Nikken-sei”

PurposeDegree Seeking(Bachelor)
Degree Seeking(Master/Doctorate)
Non-degree
seeking
Non-degree
Seeking

Teacher Training
Students, “Kyoken-sei”

Non-degree
Seeking

Undergraduate Students
Graduate Students(Research Students)

Notes

Application

Same as “1. Self-funded Undergraduate Students” (above).
Same as “1. Self-funded Graduate Students” (above).
Same as “1. Self-funded Research Students” (above).
Complete a 1-year program to improve Japanese language
skills and understanding of Japan and its culture.
Only applicable for in-service teachers or teachers currently
undergoing teacher training in their home country. Taking a
Japanese language course is compulsory and students must beable to research under supervision in Japanese.

Embassy recommendation(apply through overseas Japanesediplomatic of fice) or University
recommendation (consult with youruniversity or graduating university)
necessary.

Embassy recommendationnecessary. (apply through overseas
Japanese embassies or consulates)*Sufficient Japanese language proficiency is necessary to study at Akita University as most lectures and programs are provided in Japanese.

Financial Support(1) Deferral of university fees(for privately financed international students)

This system enables students who are considered to have excellent academic prospects
but have difficulties paying their entrance fees on time for financial reasons to defer their
payments. Students must apply for permission to defer payment prior to beinning theirstudies at the University.

For details, see “University Fees/Living Expenses/
Scholarships” (https://www.akita-u.ac.jp/honbu/life/
li_lifesupport.html) or “Akita University Entrance
Exa mination Guidelines f or Pri vatel y Financed
International Students” (to be announced in midSeptember) on the Akita University website.

(2) Scholarship *Scholarships are awarded competitively to students after a review process.

a) International Student Scholarship Program

Program for self-funded international students (excluding exchange students) provided through Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO)b) Privately Financed Scholarships

Various scholarship programs for self-funded international students (excluding exchange students)c) Akita University (Scholarship for New University Entrants)

Students who are facing financial difficulties (including self-funded international students) are eligible for a grant payment of up to a maximum of
100,000 yen.
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Employment Support for International Students
At Akita University, many international students have found employment at Japanese companies. The Employment Promotion
Section of the Student Support Center supports international students who wish to find employment in Japan, so please feel free
to contact us if you have any concerns or concerns.
<Example of employment support>• Holding employment guidance for international student• Receiving employment consultations (resume correction and interview practice are also available)• Information about employment events for international students held on and off campus, such as joint company information
sessions<Student voice>
When I first started looking for a job, I was hesitant about interviewing because I was worried about writing Japanese.
However, the staff in charge of employment promotion corrected my entry sheet and helped me practice interviews. Also, heenthusiastically answered my questions. It gave me a lot of confidence and helped me find the right job.

Student Exchange Programs
Only available for international students enrolled in partner universities with an Agreement on Student Exchange.

1 Akita University Academic Japanese Program (AUAJ)
In principle, this is a program for students who have majored in Japanese Language or Japanese
Language Education, and have a Japanese language proficiency greater than or equivalent to theJapanese-Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) level N2. The program aims to provide students withadvanced Japanese language skills, expertise, and motivation for various academic activities.

Program Length: 2 semesters (April
to February, or October to August)

2 Akita University Program for Solving of the Regional Problem (AUSR)International students will take active roles in exchange activities centered around local events alongside local residents
while studying Japanese language and their specialized fields of study in order to meet the aims of the people from
Akita. In the second half of the program, students will create and conduct projects which contribute to regional
revitalization through activities in which they will cooperate with Japanese students and the local residents.

Program Length: 1 semester or 2
semesters (starts in April or October)

3 Akita University General Program (AUGP)
A flexible program for students who do not wish to undertake AUA J or AUSR. Students canparticipate in classes of their own choice for either 1 or 2 semesters.

Program Length: 1 semester or 2
semesters (starts in April or October)

Facilities
Cafeteria
Providing meals from8:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on
weekdays.

Convenience Store
Light meals such as
bentos and drinks areavailable here.

Book StoreYou can purchasetextbooks, other books
or stationery items here.

Health Center
Staffed with doctors, nurses and counselors.

Library
Ample study space.

Multicultural Lounge
International students
are free to use this space.
It’s open on weekdays
from 8:30 a.m. until 5:00
p.m.

International Affairs
Division

General advice andguidance are provided forinternational students.
If you ever need someassistance, please comein for a consultation any
time.
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Campus Life

Orientation for International
Students
The orientation provides information on
administrative procedures at the city hall,the bank, and important tips for daily life inJapan. In addition, a campus tour is provided
to introduce you to various facilities.

Orientation forInternational
Students
Entrance ceremony

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Supervisor in charge
All international students will beassigned a supervisor. We provide
guidance and advice regarding studies,
further education, and daily life.
Tutor system
You will be supported by students
called tutors who will help you study
at university and live your daily life
without any inconvenience.
(Support example)• Guidance on your Japanese language• Support for class preparation andreview• Research guidance advice• Accompaniment to city hall etc. forvarious procedures• Shopping for daily necessities

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（1）Tuition (AY2023 enrolled students)
Tuition Fee

Admission Fee

Examination Fee

Undergraduate Students

Category¥535,800 per year *¥282,000¥17,000

Graduate Students¥535,800 per year *¥282,000¥30,000

Short-term Exchange Students
Short-term Research Students

Fees are waived based upon the “Agreement on Student Exchange”
between Akita University and the partner universities.

Non-degree Study Students¥14,800 per credit¥28,200¥9,800Research Students¥29,700 per month¥84,600¥9,800*Annual tuition fee to be paid in two payments (one for each semester.)*Government Sponsored International Students are waived from tuition/admission/examination fees.

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Men’s Dormitory
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11 “A”and“B”
国際交流会館
国際交流会館
留学生会館
西谷地寮
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1 国際交流会館 22 留学生会館
2 留学生会館
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15-minute walkto the University

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Dormitory house for both Japanese and international
students. It is available until graduation. Boarding fee is¥20,000/month.

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Rough indication of monthly living expenses
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Accommodation￥6,000entrance￥20,000
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Single occupancy rooms:¥5,900/month(House B)
Single occupancy
desk rooms:
Bed¥15,000/month*water, electricity and otherliving expenses not included

entrance

Maximum period of residence 1 year

Boarding fee

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Food

Total

¥95,000￥30,000 Electricity, Gas, Water￥8,000￥7,000Single occupancy rooms:¥5,900/month

Apartments

Books￥7,000

Total¥68,000

Food

Electricity, Gas, Water￥30,000￥5,000*water, electricity and otherliving expenses
closet not included
desk￥30,000（example）

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Residence Hall for
Women (Tegata-Ryo)

Baseball Field
Bus-Stop

Athletic Filed
Large
Gymnasium

entrance

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Hondo Campus
Hiroomote
Elementary School

AKITA UNIVERSITY

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Akita-Higashi Police

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bathroom

AKITA UNIVERSITY

Mineral Industry
Museum

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Tegata Rikkyou Overpass

2. Private Apartments
Apartments are usually found through Akita University Co-op or local realestate agents. Rent varies depending on the area or age of the apartment
but is generally approximately ¥30,000/month for a 6-jo studio apartment
with a kitchen and bathroom. ( 1-jo = 180cm×90cm)*2 or 3 months’ rent as a deposit and / or “key money” may be required up front forsigning a rental contract.

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Akita Bank

3

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West Exit
Bus Stop

JR Akita Sta.

2

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East Exit
Bus Stop

to Akita Chuo IC

NHK
ALVE

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10

S Supermarket〒 Postal OfficeMessage from Students
LEONG JIA ZE (Malaysia)
Faculty of Engineering Science
Department of Systems Design Engineering
Mechanical Engineering Course

Studying in Japan has been a dream of mine since junior high school,and now that dream has come true at Akita University. I attended aJapanese language school in Malaysia for a year and a half in order tostudy in Japan, and last year I took the entrance examination for Akita
University under the "Pre-Arrival Admission" system. While waiting forthe announcement of my acceptance, I continued to study Japanese andspecialised subjects and acquired more knowledge.
This is the first time in my life that I have come to Japan, but I cannot
believe that I was able to come to Akita alone. When I came to Akita,
I didn't know any of my seniors in the country, so I was a bit worried,but I managed to overcome the difficulties by myself and arrived at Akita University safely. I think this was agood experience and made me even more independent.
It has now been about three months since I lived as an international student at Akita University, and I
have learnt a lot about Japanese culture and customs. I have been a little shocked at some of the culturaldifferences, such as using keigo (honorific language) and being aware of the relationship between seniors andjuniors, but thanks to my seniors and classmates, I have been able to get used to life in Japan. When I firstcame to Akita, I lacked confidence and could not speak Japanese at all, but everyone listened to me slowly
and talked to me, so I gradually gained confidence and became better at speaking.
There are many clubs and club activities at Akita University. I like music and I have joined the Light Music
Society, and the people in the society are very kind and not only give me information about the society but
also teach me about my studies. I am also glad that I have made many friends in the circle.
When I become a senior next year, I would like to tell the new international students about the warmth of
Akita University. I want to introduce the beauty of Akita University to everyone.

PHOUNTONG KARN (Thailand)
Graduate School of International Resource Sciences
Earth Resource Science

Akita University is providing a lot of opportunities for my research that I
have never experienced before. As a graduate student, the professors andstaff will guide you throughout the research including the advice youneeded and provide the laboratory facilities you can use to fulfill yourresearch objective and get a degree. The research community here is evenmore interesting! You can make lots of new friends including Japaneseand foreign students.
Aside from the research and the study, there are tons of chances to learn about Japan: cultures, language,
sports, etc. The university will provide lots of activities for us to participate in events and let you learn about
their lovely cultures at the same time. Akita city is also one of my favorite cities in Japan. The local people arenice and will warmly welcome you. The nature here is also very amazing. You can enjoy the beautiful naturein every season throughout the year.
To sum it up, if you are considering getting the world-class education, experiencing the Japanese culture andits beautiful scenery, and making new friends, Akita University is a perfect answer to you. Cheers!

11Undergraduate Application (for self-funded international students)
Applicants must take the Examination for Japanese University Admission for International Students conducted by
Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) prior to submitting their application.
STEP1
Get"秋田大学私費外国人
留学生入試学生

STEP2

STEP3

STEP4

STEP5

Submit Application

Take individual
academicachievement test

Announcementof Results

Enrollment Process

Faculty of International Resource Sciences,
Faculty of Education and Human Studies, Faculty of Engineering Science

募集要項
（願書）
"
(Application Form)*Only Japanese version
available
Scheduled to be issued
in the late of
September

December 19 (Tue.)〜December 21 (Thu.),2023
Faculty of Medicine
January 22 (Mon.)〜January 24 (Wed.),2024

January 19 (Fri.),2024

February 9 (Fri.),2024

School of Medicine,
February 25 (Sun.)〜February 26 (Mon.),2024

March 7 (Thu.),2024

School of Health Sciences,
February 25 (Sun.),2024

February 15 (Thu.)〜February 16 (Fri.),2024

March 14 (Thu.)〜March 15 (Fri.),2024

How to request the Application Form (“秋田大学私費外国人留学生入試学生募集要項”)*Only Japanese version available
Admission

Akita University Website for Applicants

https://www.akita-u.ac.jp/eng/exam/

Entrance Examination Guidelines
Student Application Guidelines(Entrance Examinations for self-funded International Students)

Graduate School Application
Conditions and schedule for application vary between each graduate school. Please see the websites of each graduate school for information.
Graduate School of International Resource Sciences : https://www.akita-u.ac.jp/shigen/graduate/info.html
Graduate School of Medicine : http://www.med.akita-u.ac.jp/department/gs/kenkyu-selection.php
Graduate School of Engineering Science : https://www.riko.akita-u.ac.jp/graduate/prospectus/

Access
Sapporo〈New Chitose Airport〉

JAPAN
AKITA

AomoriMorioka
Sendai
Fukushima

NiigataTokyo〈Haneda〉

Osaka〈Osaka Int l Airport〉
Nagoya〈Chubu Int l Airport〉

From
Tokyo
From
Nagoya
From
Osaka
From
Sapporo●Haneda Airport – Akita Airport (1hr 5mins)●JR Tokyo Station – Akita Station(approx. 4hrs by Komachi, Akita Shinkansen)●Chubu Int’l Airport – Akita Airport(approx. 1hr 25mins)●Osaka Int’l Airport (Itami) – Akita Airport(approx. 1hr 20mins)●New Chitose Airport – Akita Airport (55mins)

Akita University Global Center for Higher Education
1-1 Tegatagakuen-machi, Akita City, Akita 010-8502
TEL+81-18-889-2258 FAX+81-18-889-3012
E-mail : ryugaku@jimu.akita-u.ac.jp

https://www.akita-u.ac.jp/honbu/global/en/index.html
Published in October 2023