Program Fee and Scholarships
Program Fee*1
<Exchange Students>
| One Semester | Two Semesters | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | Waived | Waived |
| SKP Student Support Fee *2 | 50,000 yen | 50,000 yen |
| Total Cost | 50,000 yen | 50,000 yen |
| One Semester | Two Semesters | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | 425,900 yen | 851,800 yen |
| SKP Student Support Fee *2 | 50,000 yen | 50,000 yen |
| Total Cost | 475,900 yen | 901,800 yen |
The tuition fee is waived for exchange students participating under an Agreement for Student Exchange with an RU partner university (Students attending as self-sponsored students are excluded).
SKP Student Support Fee and other fees apply to both exchange students and self-sponsored students.
*2 The SKP Student Support Fee is primarily used to cover the costs of services and insurance plans that Ritsumeikan University (RU) requires all SKP participants to enroll in or use, as well as expenses related to the operation of the SKP program.
Costs for government or local government programs (e.g., Japan’s National Health Insurance), as well as insurance plans or services chosen by the student, are not included. Students are responsible for enrolling in and paying for these separately after arriving in Japan.Please refer to the application guidelines to confirm the details of these additional charges.
Information on the payment procedures for program fees will be provided upon acceptance.
For an estimate of living expenses during your study abroad, please refer to the "Estimated Living Expenses" section below.
Scholarships
A JASSO Scholarship is available for eligible SKP applicants.
Please check the information below to check if you are eligible to apply.
It is important to note that the availability of JASSO Scholarship depends on whether SKP is selected for the JASSO support program each year.
| JASSO Scholarship | |
|---|---|
| Overview |
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| Monthly Stipend | 80,000 yen |
| Period | One semester (4 months) or two semesters (10 months) |
| Eligibility |
Students who stay enrolled at Ritsumeikan University and participate in the SKP until the Program End can apply. Therefore, students who have the possibility of leaving the program and departing the country midway or departing before the university's designated final scholarship disbursement date (Spring Semester:late July, Fall Semester: mid-January) cannot apply. In the event that you leave the program while it is still ongoing, you may be required to refund the entire amount of the scholarship received up to that point. |
| Eligibility (for each scholarship) |
Exchange students from partner universities that will reside in Japan under a student visa while participating in SKP. |
| Application Process |
Complete all required sections of the “Scholarship Application” in the SKP Application Form. |
| Ineligible Students |
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| Important Notes |
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- 1The RUSSES Scholarship Scheme is scheduled to end at the end of 2026 Fall semester.
Estimated Living Expenses
Living expenses will vary depending on each student’s individual lifestyle, but a list of estimated expenses is provided below.
Costs may be offset by making use of the on-campus cafeterias, which provide a wide range of affordable meal options. Numerous supermarkets and grocery stores in the local area make cooking for yourself easier.
Other expenses applicants must consider are housing, health and liability insurance, local transportation, and leisure activities.
International students can work part-time in Japan for up to 28 hours per week if they obtain a “Permission to Engage in Activity Other Than That Permitted Under the Status of Residence Previously Granted.” However, it is very difficult to cover living expenses only with a part-time job, so students need to make a financial plan for their study abroad.
Estimated Living Expenses
| One Semester | Two Semesters | |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | 390,000 yen | 780,000 yen |
| Health Insurance | 9,000 yen | 18,000 yen |
| Personal Liability Insurance | 13,500 yen*1 | 13,500 yen |
| Academic Insurance | 650 yen | 650 yen |
| Local Transportation*2 | 35,000 yen | 70,000 yen |
| Food | 210,000 yen | 420,000 yen |
| Mobile Phone | 20,000 yen | 40,000 yen |
| Leisure Activities | 120,000 yen | 240,000 yen |
| Total Estimated Costs*3 | 798,000 yen | 1,582,000 yen |
- 1Students staying less than one year will be able to receive a partial refund before returning to their home country after carrying out necessary procedures.
- 2These are estimated costs for students who are commuting by public transportation.
- 3Students are required to join all the insurances above. Insurance fees are subject to change.
