[Japan] Kyoto University – Exchange Programs For Spring Semester 2027

Greetings from Japan!

Kyoto University, also known as Kyodai, founded in 1897, is one of Japan’s most prestigious national research universities. Renowned for its strong emphasis on academic freedom and original research, it offers comprehensive programs across the sciences, engineering, medicine, humanities, and social sciences. The university consistently ranks among the top institutions in Asia and the world for research impact and innovation. Its vibrant academic community attracts distinguished scholars and fosters interdisciplinary collaboration. Kyoto University remains committed to advancing knowledge and addressing global challenges through excellence in education and research.

We are pleased to inform you that the application for Kyoto University Exchange Program Spring 2027 is now open for Universitas Gadjah Mada students.

 

Program Overview 

Application Guideline

 

ELIGIBILITY :

1. Have achieved a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale or its equivalent
2. Agree to remain enrolled in an undergraduate program at the home institution, one based outside Japan, that has a university-level student-exchange agreement with Kyoto University, until completion of KUINEP
3. Agree to leave Kyoto University and return to the home institution upon completion of KUINEP
4. Be in good academic and disciplinary standing
5. Demonstrate the level of language proficiency required for the exchange program
6. Have a concrete purpose for studying at Kyoto University
7. proficient in English (TOEFL iBT 72 or 4, IELTS 6.5, or equivalent). Japanese language proficiency is not required.

 

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

1. Official Academic Transcript
2. English Language Proficiency 
3. Japanese Language Proficiency (if applicable)
4. Letter of Enrollment from Faculty
5. Letter of Nomination from Faculty (addressed to the Head of Office of International Affairs UGM)
6. Letter of Recommendation (Download)
7. Curriculum Vitae
8. Statement of Purpose (Download)
9. Colored Copy of Passport
10. Confirmation Letter of Participation (download) 
11. Passport Size Photo (Reference)
12. Online Application Pages
13. Health certificate (Download)
14. JASSO Scholarship Application Form (optional) (Download)
15. Submission Checklist (Download)
16. Language Proficiency Statement (Download)
17. Letter of Provisional Acceptance (Download) 

 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE :

1. Submit the aforementioned documents to UGM International Exposure Application Form: http://ugm.id/IntExposureApplication no later than 14 August 2026 for internal review.
2. OIA staff will evaluate your application. Once you are selected as Nominated Applicants, OIA will confirm your official nomination to Kyoto University and you may proceed to the online application.
3. The FINAL decision is from Kyoto University.

 

IMPORTANT NOTES

• In the meantime, the students are required to keep the hard file of all documents until further notice by the Office of International Affairs.
• In case the faculty could not provide the letter of enrollment and nomination during this period, the official nomination through email from the faculty is acceptable. The official nomination could be delivered to head-oia@ugm.ac.id (cc to scholarship@ugm.ac.id)

 

CONSULTATION INFO

If you have any questions regarding this program, you can contact us in OIA’s office hour:

• WhatsApp: +62 812-1888-7818 (WA)
• Email: scholarship@ugm.ac.id

Virtual consultation: https://ugm.id/AppointmentOIAUGM