LOCATION |
Students take classes on the Mita campus, with the exception of MBA students, who take classes on the Hiyoshi campus in Yokohama. |
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ACADEMICS |
The following academic options are available to exchange students at Keio University:
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COURSES IN ENGLISH |
Yes - A variety of International Studies Courses & Japanese Studies Courses are taught in English. See course descriptions |
DURATION |
Fall Semester: Early September to early February (includes brief Winter Recess late Dec/early Jan) Spring Semester: Late March/early April to early August Graduate School of Business Administration: Fall (early Sept to late Dec), Winter (early January to late March) Note: UHM students are encouraged to study abroad at Keio University for the entire academic year (start in mid September and end in mid July). Students may also consider studying abroad at Keio for the Spring semester. Please note that it is not possible to extend your term abroad at Keio University from a semester to a year -- please plan ahead carefully. |
HOUSING |
Upon request, exchange students may be assigned to one of the dormitories subsidized by Keio University; students must apply before the deadline. Dormitories are located by the Hiyoshi Campus, which is approximately a 40-minute commute to the Mita Campus where students take classes. In some dormitories, weekday meals are included in the fee. Housing information, including the application, will be sent to exchange students along with their official acceptance letters. Homestays and off-campus apartments are also housing options. Keio University staff assists students in arranging accommodation in Japan. |
ESTIMATED COSTS |
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. 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. Keio University Cost Estimates - Keio University recommends that exchange students have at least 130,000 yen per month for the duration of their stay (Currency Converter). Students at the Graduate School of Business Administration are estimated to need approximately USD $1,800 per month ($700 rent, $350 food, $350 books/course materials, $400 personal expenses). |
OTHER INFORMATION |
Life at Keio University - Tutorial services are available for international students enrolled in the Japanese Language Program. There are several campus organizations that focus on providing support to international students. Read about Keio University's response to the 2011 earthquake 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. |
