THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT SAN ANTONIO
EXCHANGE PROGRAM
Kyoto, Japan
Kyoto University of Foreign Studies
Fall/Spring/Academic Year
www.kufs.ac.jp
Description of Program
Kyoto is a big city surrounded by mountains, the main ones being Higashiyama, Kitayama and Nishiyama. Kyoto was established in 794 as
the capital and over the next 1,000 years developed into a historical and cultural city. Kyoto has managed to preserve its history and culture
and has become known as the cultural capital of Japan, both at home and abroad. Kyoto has not limited itself to the old, it continues to make
efforts in developing new art, culture and traditions. This combination of the old and new and the “artistic” atmosphere of Kyoto is in sharp
contrast to their cities in Japan.
As for the population, 9.9% of the 1,460,000 people living in Kyoto City are college and university students. The statistics show that Kyoto is
the No. 1 University City in Japan, which indicates its academic quality and academic vitality.
Program Dates and Deadlines
For semester one, September – late January: Application deadline March 1.
For semester two, mid April –late July: Application deadline September 1. **These deadlines
are for Kyoto University. Students will also have to meet UTSA application deadlines.
Minimum Requirements
Selected students must have a minimum 2.5 Cumulative GPA and be a
sophomore at the time of participation. Scholarships may be available to qualified applicants.
This is an INTENSIVE language program, so students should be prepared.
UTSA Costs
Student’s tuition will be paid to UTSA. Students will be charged for 15 credits. Room and board will be paid to Kyoto University of Foreign
Studies.
Tuition costs for 15 credits
Books
Transportation (airline)
Passport
$3,946.00
$700.00
$2000 (estimate)
$110.00
TOTAL
$6756.00
Choosing Your Classes
Students may choose their courses by accessing the following website http://www.kufs.ac.jp/kufs_new/exchange/pdf/course_guideline.pdf.
These courses are designed to provide instruction in the Japanese language for students wishing to improve their Japanese language skill but
who may not be proficient enough to participate in an academic setting. Through a placement test and interview, students will be placed into
one of the five levels. Level 1 is the lowest level. This level is for students who have never taken Japanese. If students place high enough there
are other subjects that students may take as long as it does not clash with the required Japanese courses.
As of 07/23/10 the above costs were accurate. Costs are subject to change.
Accommodation
Students are expected to make their own arrangements. The university will assist students in finding accommodation. There are a variety of
room types available to you:
All exchange students are recommended to have available about 1,600,000 - 1,800,000 yen (~ $16,679.70 - $18,764.66 USD) per year to cover
meals, books, mobile phone, living expenses and other personal costs.
Kyoto University of Foreign Studies allocates every exchange student to a dormitory or apartment room. Note that there is NO Homestay
arrangement via the university. In principle, exchange students are required to pay the six-month rent at the beginning of each semester. If it
is not possible, they may be allowed to pay every three months. If you fail to pay by the deadline, you will be expelled from your residence.
Accommodation Types
A
B
Dormitory (College Residence)
Studio Apartment
Type of room
Single (24 ～ 28㎡)
Single (22㎡)
Monthly rent
42,000 or 47,000 yen (~$438 - 490 USD)
42,000 yen ( $438 USD)
Included in rent (extra charge if exceeding the
limit of 10,000 yen)
Included in rent (extra charge if exceeding
the limit of 10,000 yen)
Distance to KUFS
20 minutes by bike
5-15 minutes walking
Bathroom/ Toilet
included
included
Kitchen/ Refrigerator
included
included
Air-conditioner/ Heater
included
included
Furnished: Bed, Desk, Chair, Wardrobe
included
included
Internet Access
included
--
TV
At public lounge
--
Phone
Public pay phone
--
Washing Machine
included
(share one washing machine among residents)
included
(each room)
Multi-Purpose Hall
included
--
Type of
accommodation
Utilities (Gas, water, electricity costs)
* Deposit … The deposit will be basically paid by KUFS, but if the room condition is quite dirty, damaged and needs to be cleaned, you will be
required to pay for the recovery cost when you move out.
Mandatory Health Insurance-National Health Insurance
National Health Insurance is administered by the city/town/village (local government) where one lives and all foreign nationals are required
to enroll in this program. This insurance covers 70% of the total medical cost, which means that the patient pays only the remaining 30% at a
hospital or at a dental practice.
Working in Kyoto
Students holding a “college student visa” are allowed by the Japanese Government to engage in a part-time job on the condition that the
working hours should not exceed 28 hours a week as permitted by the Immigration Bureau. However, students are not granted absences
from classes because of part-time jobs. Students should go to Japan with adequate financial support, which will enable them to pursue their
studies without resorting to part-time jobs for financial survival.
As of 07/23/10 the above costs were accurate. Costs are subject to change.