General Overview:
Yokohama Institute of Technology (YIT) welcomes incoming international exchange students to a dynamic and culturally rich academic environment in Yokohama, Japan. YIT offers a diverse range of programs in engineering, computer science, and design, allowing students to explore cutting-edge technologies while immersing themselves in Japanese culture. With a focus on innovation and research, YIT provides access to state-of-the-art facilities and laboratories. The campus is located in a vibrant city, offering a blend of tradition and modernity, making it an ideal destination for international students seeking a unique and enriching exchange semester experience.
Application and Course Timeline:
| Nomination Deadline: | Fall Semester: March 10 | Spring Semester: October 10 | | --- | --- | --- | | Application Deadline: | Fall Semester: April 10 | Spring Semester: November 10 |
Eligibility Criteria:
Students must be enrolled full-time in an undergraduate degree program at a university that has signed a mutual student exchange agreement with YNU.
Students must be proficient in English (TOEFL iBT 80, IELTS 6.0 or higher*) or Japanese (JLPT N2 or higher).
Courses and Grading:
| Courses: | Courses are offered in varieties of disciplines covering humanities, social sciences, and engineering in English specifically for JOY Program students. They may also attend other courses offered by the faculties, provided they have adequate language skills and approval from the lecturers in charge. |
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Source: https://www.ynu.ac.jp/english/education/policy/graduate/curriculum/
Housing, Accommodation and Transport:
| Housing: | International Student House Although it takes about 45 minutes to commute to YNU, the dormitory is located near a shopping street and close to a subway station that provides easy access to the center of Yokohama.
Entrance Period: In April and October
Period of Residence: No more than an year.
Room types Boarding fee Maintenance fee Room size Single room ¥5,900 ¥9,190 16㎡ Twin room ¥9,500 ¥14,380 33㎡ Family room ¥11,900 ¥15,800 42㎡ | | --- | --- | | Transportation: | Commuting time to YNU About 45 minutes, including walks from the dormitory to the nearest subway station and from Mitsuzawa-kamicho Station to YNU Nearest stations A 3-minute walk from Gumyoji Station (Yokohama Municipal Subway) |
Visa Requirements: Certificate of Eligibility and Japan Student Visa
Other information to know:
JOY students are eligible to apply for the Japan Student Services Association (JASSO) scholarship. The application form is included in the JOY Program application packet. The JASSO scholarship consists of JPY 80,000/month stipends.
Given the limited number of JASSO scholarships and the increasing number of JOY applicants, this scholarship is increasingly competitive. If available, students should pursue scholarship opportunities at their home universities.However, JASSO rules stipulate that students cannot simultaneously receive the JASSO scholarship and any other study abroad scholarship exceeding JPY 80,000/month (the sum of other scholarships excluding travel support).
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