Yamagata University – 2027–2028 Short-Term Exchange Programs (STEP-YU)

Greeting From Japan!

Yamagata University is a national university in Japan, recognised for its diverse academic programmes, international outlook, and commitment to fostering global engagement. Through its short-term exchange programmes, students from partner universities can experience academic study in Japan while developing their intercultural understanding and engaging with the university’s international community.

We are pleased to announce that applications for the 2027–2028 Short-Term Exchange Programs (STEP-YU) are now open to students of Universitas Gadjah Mada.

University Profiles

ELIGIBILITY

1. Undergraduate students (S1) or Graduate students (S2/S3)
2. Enrolled in Universitas Gadjah Mada during the program
3. Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
4. Proficient In English

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

1. Official Academic Transcript
2. English Language Proficiency 
3. Letter of Enrollment from Faculty
4. Letter of Nomination from Faculty (addressed to the Head of Office of International Affairs UGM)
5. Letter of Recommendation from the Academic Advisor
6. Curriculum Vitae
7. Motivation Letter
8. Colored Copy of Passport
9. Confirmation Letter of Participation (download) 
10. Passport Size Photo
11. Overseas Travel Insurance Certificate (English)

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

1. Submit the aforementioned documents to UGM International Exposure Application Form: http://ugm.id/IntExposureApplication no later than 10 October 2026. 
2. OIA staff will evaluate your application. Once you are selected as Nominated Applicants, OIA will confirm your official nomination to Yamagata University and you may proceed to the online application.
3. The FINAL decision is from Yamagata University.

IMPORTANT NOTES

• 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: +62 822-2111-0400 (WA)
• Email: oia@ugm.ac.id