[Japan] Wakayama University Exchange Program 2025

Greetings from Japan!

Wakayama University, located in Wakayama City, Japan, is a prestigious institution of higher education with a rich history and a strong commitment to academic excellence, research, and community engagement. Established in 1949, the university has grown to become a leading center for learning and innovation in the Kansai region and beyond. Situated amidst the scenic landscapes of Wakayama Prefecture, the university offers a serene and inspiring environment for academic pursuit and personal growth.

We are pleased to inform you that the application for the Wakayama University Summer Program 2025 is now open for Universitas Gadjah Mada students!

 

Factsheet

 

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. Be 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. Bank Statement Certificate
  12. Application Form

 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

  1. Submit the aforementioned documents to UGM International Exposure Application Form: http://ugm.id/IntExposureApplication no later than 1 November 2024 (Spring) and 1 March 2025 (Fall) for internal review.
  2. OIA staff will evaluate your application. Once you are selected as Nominated Applicants, OIA will confirm your official nomination to Wakayama University and you may proceed to the online application no later than 15 December 2024 (Spring) and 15 April 2025 (Fall).
  3. The FINAL decision is from Wakayama 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:

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