Kansai Gaidai University
Osaka, Japan
| Description | Costs in USD |
|---|---|
| WSU Tuition and Fees * | $4,220.47 |
| WSU Study Abroad Administrative Fee | $100.00 |
| Accommodations | $1,849.60 |
| Meals | $1,020.00 |
| Kansai Gaidai Mandatory International Student Fee | $81.60 |
| Local Transportation | $476.00 |
| Books | $136.00 |
| GeoBlue Student Insurance | $219.00 |
| Japanese National Health Insurance | $68.00 |
| Personal Expenses | $1,135.00 |
| Passport | $165.00 |
| Airfare | $1,471.50 |
| Total | $10,942.17 |
*All fees are based on a 5 month period for a fall or spring semester.
NOTES:
- Figures are estimates given by Host University. Figures were given in host currency and converted to United States Dollars using a floating exchange rate. As of 08/07/2024, 1 Japanese Yen (JPY) = 0.0068 (USD)
- Accommodation is estimated for the on campus Global Commons and includes a non-refundable Reservation Fee of 2,000 Yen. Homestay options are available, for pricing please visit KGU’s website.
- Meal price estimates are for students staying in the Global Commons on campus. Full kitchen facilities and dining options are available. For meal pricing for homestays, please visit KGU’s website.
- Kansai Gaidai charges a mandatory international student fee of 10,000 Yen per semester. We also included the 2,000 Yen Liability and Medical Assistance fee in the cost.
- Local transportation is averaged at 70,000 Yen per semester.
- Kansai Gaidai suggests book expenses at 20,000 Yen for one semester.
- The GeoBlue Student Insurance Plan is required for international travel. The total cost is based on the total number of days the student is abroad. As of July 2024, it cost $1.46 per day for a maximum $100,000 coverage and $100 deductible. 150 days (5 months) will be approximately $219. There are different coverage plans available at different prices.
- International students are required to participate in the Japanese National Health Insurance (NHI) Program. The average monthly premium is approximately 2,000 Yen.
- US citizens are exempt from visa fees.
- Airfare cost was provided according to Orbitz as of July 2024 with travel dates of January 6, 2025 – June 2, 2025. This should provide a good estimate to cover the airfare expense.
- Personal expense estimates are provided by Financial Aid for students living on the WSU campus, which will be similar during a study abroad program.
* Tuition and Fees are based on the Resident rate for 12 undergraduate credit hours at Wichita State University. Students will pay their current tuition rate during the study abroad program based on their residency and any specific college/department requirements.
Disclaimer: All costs are estimates and subject to change. Some universities will require payment for accommodation in advance as well as other fees. In order to apply for visas, students may be required to show proof of funds, such as bank statements, to live in a host country. Please note extra travel expenses are not included. Budget accordingly.