Program at a Glance

Dates:
Spring: January - May
Fall: August - December
Site: Hirakata City, Osaka, Japan
Cost: MS resident - $3,155
Non-MS resident - $5,822
Application Deadline: October 18

Kansai Gaidai University - Exchange

Located in Hirakata City, Osaka, Kansai Gaidai is accessible, within a one-hour train ride, to Kyoto and Nara, the ancient capitals, and Osaka, the second largest business hub in Japan. Kansai Gaidai has two campuses in Hirakata: the Nakamiya campus and the Hotani campus. The Center for International Education, the centerpiece for the Asian Studies Program is located at the Nakamiya campus. Kansai Gadai's location provides students with easy access to the centers of Osaka and Kyoto in little over half an hour by train. Kansai Gaidai University, founded in 1945, is known for its dedication to international academic exchange.

  • Select from housing arrangements including a homestay, dormitory, and off-campus housing
  • Live in the heart of Osaka, the second largest business metropolis next to Tokyo
  • Study Japanese and Business and Art courses in English

QUALIFICATIONS

  • 18 years old
  • Minimum GPA of 2.75
  • Good academic and disciplinary standing at UM

COURSES

UM students will enroll directly in courses with Kansai Gaidai students, selecting from courses in Japanese, Business, Art, and the Social Sciences. Students should research course information online, and select a minimum of 12 semester hours.

PROGRAM FEE INCLUDES

  • Tuition
  • On-site assistance from Kansai Gadai's International Office
  • Health Insurance for the dates of the program

PROGRAM FEE DOES NOT INCLUDE

  • Housing and Meals
  • University of Mississippi application fee
  • Flight
  • Course materials
  • Personal spending money
  • Passport and visa fees

PASSPORTS AND VISAS

A passport passport is required for U.S. citizens traveling to Japan. A visa is also required for semester and all year study.

INFORMATION REGARDING FINANCIAL AID, HEALTH INSURANCE, ORIENTATION, AND THE WITHDRAWAL & REFUND POLICY IS AVAILABLE ONLINE AND AT THE STUDY ABROAD OFFICE.

Note: The University reserves the right to adjust the cost should there be a significant fluctuation in the exchange rate. It also reserves the right to cancel any programs due to lack of participation or safety issues.