For example, Kumamoto Prefecture contains the largest number of ornamental ancient tombs in all of Japan. There are more than 280 of these tombs recognized in the country, and more than 120 of them are in Kumamoto. The Tumulus Tomb Festival, one of the three fire festivals in the prefecture, is held here. All of these elements, and more, make Kumamoto an important city of history and culture in Japan. Cost and Included Benefits Students receiving exchange placements at Kumamoto Gakuen University will pay tuition at MSU in the same amount as if studying in Bozeman.
Several scholarships are available for students planning to study in Japan.
Remember to plan for extra expenses such as internal travel and personal spending money as well as for unexpected changes in the exchange rate. Students are responsible to apply to the Office of Financial Aid. Application Applications are available in the Office of International Programs at 400 Culbertson Hall. Deadline Applications are due in the Office of International Programs on March 1 to study in Kumamoto the following fall.