Application for JUSST Program
Eligible Application
Student Status Conditions
You can apply if you are currently a regular undergraduate or a graduate student in the field of Science or Engineering at one of the UEC Partner Universities. An applicant must be a 3rd or 4th year undergraduate, or graduate student at the time during their enrollment.
The students, who are in their final year can apply for this program only if their home university certifies that the applicant will keep being enrolled at their home university after they finish the UEC Exchange Study Program, such as extending their graduation until they finish the Exchange Program.
Note that participants are not allowed to leave the program during their enrollment term, under any circumstances (Except emergencies). Please consider this when applying for the program.
Academic Requirement and Selection Criteria
Have a good grounding in the field of Informatics, Science, or Engineering.
Have a good academic record, with a minimum average score of 80%+ (2.3+ out of GPA Scale 3.0, 3.0+ out of GPA Scale 4.0, or 5.5+ out of GPA Scale 7.0)
Language Requirement
English Language Proficiency is required, such as TOEFL iBT=67+, CEFR=B2, IELTS=6+, Duolingo=95+, or other equivalent English language test scores.
Japanese language proficiency is not required at all.
Character Requirement
Physically and mentally fit. Positive attitude towards studies as well as the rules and regulations. Adaptable to new circumstances and challenges. Self-motivated and able to cooperate in cross-cultural, interdisciplinary environments. Sociable, friendly, interested in making friends with students from different nationalities, humorous, etc...
Application Forms and Documents
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| Name of Documents | Download the forms | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Form A: Application for Admission as an Exchange Student | jusst_form_A.pdf | Editable form |
| 2 | 1 photo of yourself attached to your Form A | size: 3cm×4cm (1.2inch×1.6inch) | |
| 3 | 1 extra photo of yourself | size: 3cm×4cm (1.2inch×1.6inch) | |
| 4 | Form H: Certificate of Health for Overseas Applicant to UEC | uec_form_H.pdf | Filled out by a registered physician |
| 5 |
JASSO Scholarship Application: Certificate of Enrollment of the Applicant for Student Exchange Support Program |
jasso_form.pdf | Eligible for full-year enrolled applicants only (Filled out by the authorized person of your home university) |
| 6 |
Proof of English proficiency: e.g. a copy of the official score report of TOEFL, TOEIC, IELTS or other tests |
Only if your first language is not English | |
| 7 | Transcript of current academic record for your degree(s) currently enrolled | Original only, no older than 1 month old | |
| 8 | Transcript of academic record for your degree(s) which you were already awarded | Original only | |
| 9 |
Form SP :
Your Study Plan and course plan when you come to UEC, associated with your current studies/research at your home university
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uec_form_SP.pdf uec_form_SP.docx |
All applicants have to submit |
| 10 |
Form RP :
Your Prospective Research Lab and Research Proposal at UEC
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uec_form_RP-U.pdf uec_form_RP-U.docx |
For undergraduate student |
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uec_form_RP-G.pdf uec_form_RP-G.docx |
For graduate student | ||
| 11 | Certified copy of your passport | ||
| 12 | Certified copy of your student ID | ||
| 13 |
Video Letter #1 of 3 minutes with the topic on your study/research background or current study activities at your home university, and your study plan at UEC
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No editing or rendering is needed. | |
| 14 |
Video Letter #2 of 3 minutes with topic on your motivation to apply to the JUSST Program, and your prospective research topic in your study at UEC
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No editing or rendering is needed. | |
| 15 | Any other supporting document(s) if necessary |
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| 16 |
Financial support document (For the self-funded students) |
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Either of these documents will be required immediately upon acceptance
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Submit your application to the International Affairs Office at your university, attaching those documents. We only accept your application from the office.
Schedule
| Date of enrollment (twice a year) | October | April |
|---|---|---|
| Application Deadline | April 30th | October 31st |
| Notification of acceptance | End of May | End of November |
| Start of studies in Japan | First weekday of October | First weekday of April |
Contact Us
If you have any questions, please contact us: jusst@fedu.uec.ac.jp
Created: March 28, 2010 / Last Modified: September 16, 2024
