| Program Location | Sendai, Japan |
| Sponsor | Purdue |
| Program Type | Direct Enroll |
| Duration | Summer |
| Upcoming Program Dates | |
| Summer 2026 | 06/28/26 to 08/08/26 |
| Page Links | |
| Overview | Purdue Credit |
| Eligibility | Academics |
| Housing | Program Costs |
| Financial Aid | Deadline |
| Returnee Info | Resources |
Tohoku University STEM Research Internship Program (T-SRIP) offers an opportunity for undergraduate students to participate in advanced scientific research projects at Tohoku University’s world leading laboratories!
T-SRIP is designed specifically for full-time 3rd-4th year undergraduate students in STEM fields.
GPA Requirement:
3.0 on a 4.0 scale
Language Requirement: 0 Sem
Students interested in completing courses while abroad from Purdue colleges or departments that are not listed above should discuss this with their study abroad advisor before applying to the program.
Students participate in a combination of research activities and Japanese language and culture classes. Students are required to give a final presentation on research topic and prepare and submit a research report in addition to the language course.
Research topics include:
Faculty of Science
·Data analyses and modeling studies for planetary environments
·Quantum cosmology experiment in semiconductor
·Geochemistry of organic matter associated with 15 Ma submarine hydrothermal activities
·Interface study of the secondary battery, and etc.
School of Engineering
·Experimental works on functional concrete material
·X-ray imaging
·Crystal and Thin Film Engineering with Ionic Liquid in Vacuum
·Development of fabrication process for functional materials, etc.
Tentative field trips include:
One-day field trip to Hirashimizu pottery, Yamadera Temple and Basho Memorial Hall in Yamagata.
One-day field trip to the area of Ishinomaki affected by the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake
Costs for this program are estimated and subject to change. The cost figures listed below are for: Summer 2026
| Costs per term to be billed by Purdue and the Host University | |
|---|---|
| Program Fee | $1,600.00 |
| Study Abroad Fee | $914.10 |
| Housing | $2,400.00 |
| Purdue International Insurance (per month) | $32.00 |
| Approximate additional costs per term | ||
|---|---|---|
| To be paid by the student. | ||
| Round-trip Airfare | $2,000.00 | |
| Local Transportation | $50.00 | |
| Books and Supplies | $50.00 | |
| Meals | $700.00 | |
| Miscellaneous Personal Expenses | $0.00 - $600.00 | |
| Travel Documents (passport, photos) | $175.00 | |
Purdue University financial aid may be applied to the costs of studying abroad. Students interested in receiving financial aid should
NOTE: Recipients of certain tuition remission and scholarship programs should pay careful attention to the regulations for using those benefits for study abroad. Ask your financial aid advisor about any limitations.
Click here for a list of scholarships and grants available to assist with the costs of studying overseas.
For full consideration, students must submit all supporting documents (typically an essay, transcripts, 1-2 recommendations, and copy of passport) before or by the application deadline. Popular programs fill quickly, often before the deadline. To ensure a place in a program, apply early.
As soon as a student submits an online application, a My Study Abroad account is created. Applicants should consult this page often to check on the status of the application.
| Program Application Deadline | |
|---|---|
| Tohoku University STEM Research Internship Program | Feb 1 |
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