Global GatewaysKyushu University’s Program for Accepting International Students from U.S. Universities
The suspension of international students at U.S. universities has caused widespread concern and anxiety among students enrolled in or planning to study abroad at U.S. universities.
Kyushu University will provide support for the continuation of studies so that motivated and talented young people from diverse backgrounds can freely and openly pursue academic studies and promote systematic “international collaboration,” which is one of the visions of Kyushu University VISION 2030.
(Depending on future circumstances, we may consider revising our support measures.)
Eligibility for support
International students, including Japanese students, enrolled or scheduled to enroll at U.S. universities that have suspended their international student acceptance programs and U.S. universities that have student exchange agreements with Kyushu University.
Details are shown in 1 and 2 below.
1.Eligible universities
Universities that meet the requirements of (1) or (2) below(1) U.S. universities that have suspended their international student programs
(2) U.S. universities that have academic / student exchange agreements with Kyushu University
List of Eligible Universities
2.Eligible person
Degree-seeking students (excluding online courses) who meet the requirements of (1) or (2) below.(1)Students enrolled in the eligible university
(2)Students who have been accepted to the eligible university this fall
※Non degree students are ineligible.
Admission categories
Undergraduate Students
Students will be accepted as non-degree students (such as credited auditors or special auditing students) who are permitted to take regular courses offered at KUGraduate Students
Students will be accepted as non-degree students (such as research students or special research students) who are permitted to conduct research on specific academic topics under the supervision of our faculty membersAcceptance periods
Undergraduate Students
From October 2025 to March 31, 2026
Graduate Students
From July 2025 to March 31, 2026
*The acceptance period may be extended depending on subsequent circumstances.
Financial support
The application fee, entrance fee, and tuition will be fully exempted.
Housing support
We will support students who are eligible for support to move into our dormitory (for a fee).
Other
We support the necessary procedures during travel and after arrival in Japan, such as obtaining a student visa, resident registration, and opening a bank account.
Application
Please follow both steps (1) and (2) below. We’ll contact you after confirmation.
(1) Fill out the form below.
https://forms.office.com/r/zqGd4Nv27D
(2) Upload a copy of documents proving enrollment as a PDF file, rename the file to your name, and upload it below. For example, enrollment certification, acceptance letter etc.
https://archive.iii.kyushu-u.ac.jp/public/DpZdg0oJR8DKieuZ8UB0pbwfnFfEf2MXcLoZNd9f4e-U
About Kyushu university
Kyushu University, or Kyushu U, is by general consensus one of Japan’s foremost research universities. Originally founded in 1911 as one of the seven imperial universities, it has since nurtured countless educators, researchers, and medical practitioners who have made positive contributions to society in Japan and beyond. As part of our Vision 2030 strategy, we are strongly committed to driving social changes with “integrative knowledge.” To find out more about us and our vision, click HERE
Comprehensive in its scope, Kyushu U has 12 undergraduate and 20 graduate schools, in addition to the university hospital and a handful of world-class research centers. It now hosts talented students and eminent researchers from over 100 countries around the globe.
For more information, visit Kyushu U Fast Facts
If you don’t speak Japanese, don’t worry! You can choose from a range of degree-granting programs that are taught in English. You can find out more about all our international programs HERE. If you are particularly interested in our 20 graduate schools and their unique programs on offer, please visit HERE.