*TU Akita International University Exchange

Akita International University
*Towson University
Fall, Spring, Academic Year, Calendar Year
Akita City, Japan (Map)


Located in Akita prefecture on the northern seaboard of the main island of Japan, AIU is a four hour train ride from Tokyo. Akita is the sixth largest prefecture in Japan. The AIU campus is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery.

Students at AIU can take introductory through advanced Japanese language as well as choose from approximately 200 courses per semester offered entirely in English. Courses are supplemented by a series of extracurricular activities such as sports clubs and cultural clubs, which allow international students the opportunity to understand the people and culture of Japan. Various field trips are also available to experience the Akita and Tohoku region and beyond.
Academic Year 2025-2026, Calendar Year 2025, Fall 2025, Spring 2025

Fall: August to December
Spring: April to July
Academic Year: April to December

Fall/Academic Year: MARCH 1
Spring: SEPTEMBER 25

Admission is on a rolling basis. Early application is advised as space may be limited.

12-15 U.S. credits per semester. AIU is accredited by the Japanese Ministry of Education and Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, the sole accreditation agency in Japan.

TU students may receive Honors College credit for their study abroad experience.

Review the Course Database for any pre-approved course equations.

On-campus dormitory or student apartments with Japanese roommate. Students can eat in one of two campus eateries or cook for themselves.

TU tuition and fees. Additional costs include airfare, meals, housing, visa and passport fees, health insurance fee, personal expenses, and a study abroad fee. TU Tuition remission can be applied.

The Towson University Study Abroad & Away Office reserves the right to make any necessary changes including adjustments in cost in the event that unforeseen circumstances arise.    

TU Akita International University Exchange Costs Chart

NOTE: All costs are subject to change.
 
Withdrawal Policies
 
Any notification of withdrawal must be submitted in writing to the Towson University Study Abroad & Away Office (notification via email is acceptable). Please review the full withdrawal policies on our website. Standard Towson University withdrawal/drop/add deadlines do not apply.No cancellation fees will be charged by TU for withdrawal from a TU program (non-faculty-led) or exchange. However, monies already paid to the host institution directly by the student at the time of withdrawal (e.g. housing, activity fees, insurance, etc.) or by TU on the student's behalf may be non-recoverable. You may be subject to cancellation fees by the host institution and/or provider.

 

Student must be a full-time undergraduate degree-seeking student at TU with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5, and be at least 18 years old. Sophomore/Junior/Senior status - students must have completed two semesters of study at Towson University prior to the application deadline.
IMPORTANT: We strongly encourage all study abroad/away participants to get vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19 prior to their experience. Participants will be subject to the entry requirements and COVID related regulations of the host destination and program provider/host institution. We recommend students consider purchasing travel insurance with cancel for any reason (CFAR) coverage. Students will be responsible for any COVID related expenses incurred during their experience abroad/away.
Term Apply
Academic Year 2025-2026
Calendar Year 2025
Fall 2025
Spring 2025
Type:
Exchange

 

http://www.towson.edu/studyabroad/

 

Akita International University (AIU) is unique in Japan for offering an international liberal arts education entirely in English. This truly international academic community of 800 students, including over 150 international students, offers state-of-the-art facilities, a diverse faculty, and innovative programs making it an ideal place to study.
http://web.aiu.ac.jp/en/short-term/semester-year-programs/