Hiroshima, JAPAN.  The main campus is located in Higashi-Hiroshima, situated in a basin about 45 minutes east of Hiroshima City. 

Map of all MIX partner universities in Japan

Undergraduate and graduate students may study at Hiroshima University; it is an especially good fit for students who want an intensive focus on Japanese language. There are four types of classes offered at Hiroshima University:

More information on Academics at Hiroshima University

Fall semester: early October to mid-February

Spring semester: early April to late July

Note: It is recommended that UHM students study abroad for the entire academic year (early October through late July). Hiroshima University does not accept students for the spring semester only.

Hiroshima University Academic Calendar

Exchange students will be accommodated at the Ikenoue Student Dormitory, unless they wish to look for private off-campus apartments. Dormitory housing is affordable, and guaranteed for exchange students (no housing application necessary).  

More information on Housing at Hiroshima University

MIX students register as full-time students at UH Manoa and pay regular UHM tuition.  They do not pay overseas tuition. 

- Students who normally pay in-state UHM tuition continue to do while on MIX. 
- Students who normally pay out-of-state UHM tuition continue to do so while on MIX.
- Students who normally pay WUE tuition continue to do so while on MIX. 

View UHM tuition & fees online

In addition to UHM tuition, MIX students are responsible for all of their living expenses, including health insurance, books/supplies, room & meals, personal expenses, airfare, local transportation, and any costs associated with obtaining a visa (if applicable).  It is recommended that you research online to get an idea of how much these expenses will be.    

Since you are still a registered UHM student while on MIX, you continue to be eligible to receive financial aid and scholarships.  If you submit a ‘MIX Student Budget for Financial Aid Purposes’ form, UHM financial aid will take into consideration your overseas living and travel expenses when awarding your grants/loans.  

National Health Insurance Program - International students residing in Japan for one semester or one year may be required to enroll in this program through their host university in Japan. Costs vary by region, but may be approximately $18.00/month. Japanese National Health Insurance may not be required if students purchase adequate health insurance in their home country.

Estimates of Housing Costs at Hiroshima University

Tutor & Conversation Partners - Visiting exchange students to Hiroshima University will be assigned a “Tutor”, who is an undergraduate or graduate student at Hiroshima University who sill actively help you to get oriented.  Some tutors speak some English, while others can only converse in Japanese.  You can also apply for a “Conversation Partner” at the International Center.  

In addition to academic instruction, many students participate in Clubs.  There is a variety of clubs, such as sports clubs, art clubs, music clubs, and cultural circles.

Globalization Support Internship - Students with advanced Japanese Language skills may participate in a research internship for academic credit. The internship is supervised by a HU faculty member.

HU Summer Seminar - Exchange students may participate i a one-week seminar on Peace Studies following the spring semester (early August)

Visa Information - The requirements for visas vary depending upon nationality (citizenship), purpose of trip, and length of stay. As a rule, applications must be submitted in person to the Japanese Consulate. The Consulate General of Japan in Honolulu has a jurisdiction covering the State of Hawaii and American Samoa. If visa applicants reside outside State of Hawaii or American Samoa, please contact the Japanese Embassy or Consulate that handles visas for your area.

Once you have a valid passport and the other required documents, you will need to visit the Consulate General of Japan at Honolulu and apply for a VISA. The Consulate General of Japan is located at 1742 Nuuanu Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96817 USA. Tel: 808-543-3111.

If you are studying abroad for a semester or year, please be sure to apply for a “College Student” status VISA. It is a very difficult and sometimes impossible to get your status changed later.

You will need at least the following documents when applying for your College Student status VISA:

1. Visa application form with passport photos attached (download from Consulate General website).

2. Copy of Certificate of Admission to your host university in Japan. (This is a formal letter that will be sent directly to the MIX Office. You will receive an email when it is available for pick-up.)

3. Certificate of Eligibility (Issued about two months before your departure for Japan)

4. Your valid passport

Upon Arrival in Japan - When you arrive at the airport in Japan, you will go through an Immigration Inspection. Your passport and Certificate of Eligibility for Status of Residence will be checked, and your residence status and your formal period of stay will be decided.

Part-time work while studying in Japan - Exchange students who are granted the 'Student' status of residence may be permitted to work part-time (up to 28 hours per week) while in Japan, as long as it does not affect their studies. To apply for permission, please fill out an "Application for Permission to Engage in Activities other than that Permitted under Status of Residence Previously Granted" when you apply for your visa. More information is available at the Immigration Bureau in Japan website.