- Oita City, Japan
Oita University provides UT students with a rich learning environment
in the Oita Prefecture located on Kyushu Island in southern Japan. Due
to its location, this region of Japan has a rich farming and fishing
culture. Oita is also home to several national treasures, such as
shrines, temples, and festivals.
The International Program at Oita University (IPOU), located in their
Dannoharu campus, offers Japanese language courses at various levels,
as well as a variety of content courses geared to foreign students,
which are taught in English.
Spring 2019 dates are tentative and subject to change.
Area(s) of Study
- Art History
- Economics
- Humanities
- Music
- Asian Studies
- Engineering Studies
- International Relations And Gl
- Physical Education
- Communication
- European Studies
- Japanese
- Psychology
- Communication Studies
- Fine Arts
- Journalism
- Religious Studies
- Curriculum And Instruction
- History
- Korean
- Sociology
- Danish
- Human Development And Family S
- Liberal Arts
- Studio Art
Sponsored by UT Austin - a University-wide Exchange
Academic Information
Students must enroll in the equivalent of 12 UT hours of coursework per semester while at Oita University. Please check the My Credit Abroad database for courses that have been previously evaluated. If your courses are not listed, please work with your Program Coordinator to get courses pre-approved.
Language(s) of Instruction
English and Japanese
Eligibility
- Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance
- Recommended 3.0 GPA, good academic standing.
- No pending disciplinary cases with the Dean of Students.
- Japanese language evaluation of 610D or higher.
- Seniors can not participate during their last semester at UT.
Service Learning/Internship
- Service Learning - No
- Internship - No
Housing
Oita offers four dormitory options for exchange students. Students may also elect to participate in a short term homestay. Dorms are equipped with basic amenities. Students are responsible for arranging meals on their own.
Open To
Students from all colleges and schools
Program Cost
Students pay a $75 non-refundable application fee and regular UT tuition, and are responsible for airfare, passport/visa, housing, food, local transportation, and other costs of living. Students are required to purchase international health insurance. Financial aid and scholarships may be used.
Dates:
- Program: April 3, 2024 to August 11, 2024
- Instructional: April 11, 2024 to August 11, 2024
- Final Deadline: October 9, 2023
- Program: September 25, 2024 to February 16, 2025
- Instructional: September 25, 2024 to February 16, 2025
- Priority Deadline: February 19, 2024
- Final Deadline: March 15, 2024
Application Code
090016
Program Coordinator
Barbara Barstow
Additional Resources
Program Website
Scholarships
Student Life
Scholarships
Events Calendar
Make an Appointment
Next Step
1)View mandatory advising videos Explore: EA 101 and Explore: Asia. Attend a live Q&A if you have questions. 2)View Ready to Apply video. 3)Self-authorize your app via the link below and apply! Videos and Q&A events found here: https://global.utexas.edu/abroad/apply/advising. PC: Barbara Barstow barbara.barstow@austin.utexas.edu