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Exchange Program

“Exchange students” refers to students who have been selected to study at AGU by a university that has a student exchange agreement with AGU. Tuition fees for exchange students are basically waived but please check for details with your home university.
If you wish to apply for exchange program, please firstly contact your home university’s International Office. Only application from students nominated by partner universities will be accepted.

  1. WHY AGU?

    "Why AGU? Let us introduce the unique appeal of our university. Aoyama Gakuin University traces its origins back to three schools founded in the early 1870s by missionaries of the United States Methodist Episcopal Church, giving it a long and rich history. Today, despite significant societal changes and shifts over time, we remain committed to our core philosophy of Christian-based education, fostering human development across all stages of learning. AGU has evolved into a comprehensive educational institution, encompassing a kindergarten, elementary school, junior high school, senior high schools, as well as a university and graduate school.
    We offer an enriching learning experience at both our Aoyama Campus, located in the vibrant cultural hub of Shibuya-Aoyama in central Tokyo, and our Sagamihara Campus, equipped with cutting-edge research facilities.

  2. Partner Universities

    We have established agreements with approximately 160 universities in over 35 countries and regions around the world. You can view the list of partner institutions here

  3. Application

    First, please review the eligibility and application instructions for exchange students. Applicants must be nominated by AGU partner institutions. Please note that all application materials should be submitted online.

  4. Study 'Japan' and the Japanese at AGU

    "AGU: Meeting Three Key Needs for Studying in Japan
    (1)Live in the heart of Japan while studying the Japanese language and culture.
    (2)Receive advanced education and conduct high-level research in Japan.
    (3)Develop strong Japanese language proficiency and pursue a global career in the future."

  5. Courses

    Exchange students at AGU can enroll not only in courses offered by the college/school they belong to, but also in courses offered by other colleges/schools and in a wide range of fields, including Aoyama Standard courses (general education). Additionally, as a general rule, exchange students can take courses at both campuses, with the exception of credited Japanese language courses and specific restricted courses.

    Undergraduate exchange students are required to take at least 14 credits per semester at AGU (at least 10 hours of class time per week） to maintain student visa status.

    Most of the courses are two credits per semester. Each period is 90 minutes long, and one semester consists of 15 weeks of classes.

  6. Housing Information for Exchange Students

    For detailed information about Housing, please see the Housing Information Handbook below. There is a separate Housing Information Handbook for each campus.
    For students who do not wish to live in the dormitory, please also refer to the handbook, as it contains information for apartments, guesthouses and homestays as well.

  7. Two Campuses

    AGU has two campuses--Aoyama Campus in Tokyo and Sagamihara Campus in Kanagawa Prefecture.
    ● Aoyama Campus:
    Undergraduate Programs
    College of Literature, College of Education, Psychology and Human Studies, College of Economics, Faculty of Law, School of Business, School of International Politics, Economics and Communication, and the School of Cultural and Creative Studies

    Master's Programs
    Graduate School of Literature, Graduate School of Education, Psychology and Human Studies, Graduate School of Economics, Graduate School of Law, Graduate School of Business, Graduate School of International Politics, Economics and Communication, and Graduate School of Cultural and Creative Studies, and Aoyama Business School (MBA)

    ● Sagamihara Campus:
    Undergraduate Programs
    College of Science & Engineering, School of Social Informatics*, School of Global Studies and Collaboration, and College of Community Studies

    Master's Programs
    Graduate School of Science & Engineering and Graduate School of Social Informatics

    * Please note that some master's programs require a high level of Japanese language proficiency (JLPT N1 or equivalent) or require the submission of materials related to the thesis or research results. Therefore, applicants who wish to apply to one of the graduate schools must contact the International Center before submitting their application.

  8. Wellness Services (Counseling Service in English)

    To help you feel comfortable and supported during your time at AGU, we offer free counseling services in English.
    Our AGU Wellness Services are located in the International Commons (1st floor of Building 17) and are available three days a week (Wednesday to Friday) during the semester. All sessions are free of charge and by appointment only.
    Whether you're adjusting to life in Japan, dealing with academic pressure, navigating relationships, or just feeling overwhelmed, you're not alone. Our English-speaking counselor provides a safe and private space where you can talk about anything that’s on your mind. They’re here to listen and help guide you to the support you need.

  9. A Guide for Exchange Students（English leaflet）

  10. FAQ

    If you have any questions please refer here.

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