Tohoku University
Program Details
| Program Location |
Sendai, Japan
|
| Sponsor |
Purdue |
| Program Type |
Exchange |
| Course # |
SA 20209
|
| Duration |
Spring Semester or
2 Semesters
|
| Upcoming Program Dates |
| To Be Announced |
| Past Dates |
|
Spring 2024 |
04/04/24 to
08/08/24 |
Please Note: Programs may be altered or adapted with little notice
Overview
Tohoku welcome reception
Tohoku University is the third oldest former Imperial University and is consistently ranked in the Top 5 of the best universities in Asia. The current student enrollment is more than 16,000 with 1,200 overseas students from more than 60 countries.
The city of Sendai, with a population of one million, is two hours northeast of Tokyo by Shinkansen superexpress. Sendai is known as the ''City of Trees."
Purdue students will participate in the Junior Year Program in English (JYPE). Information about this program, including a list of courses, class schedules and course descriptions, can be read at the program's website. Please refer to the Eligibility section below for special application requirements for this program.
Note that the application deadline for academic year applicants is 1 February.
For more program information, please visit the
program website.
Eligibility
Sendai city street
Purdue University College of Engineering and College of Science majors are eligible for this program if s/he has attained a minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 and has reached at least junior standing by the start of the program. At the time of application, applicants must show proof that they have discussed with their academic advisors the transfer of courses from Tohoku to Purdue.
Successful candidates will demonstrate academic success, maturity, and a desire to experience another culture.
GPA Requirement:
3.0 on a 4.0 scale
Language Requirement: 2 Sem Japanese
Purdue Credit
Direct Credit
available from the following:
[
College of Agriculture] [
College of Engineering] [
College of Liberal Arts] [
College of Science]
Specifically from:
Specifically from: CLA (for ENGR and SCI)
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.
Academic Program
This program is for a full academic year (early October to early August) or the spring semester (March - August).
The goal of this program is to offer foreign students the opportunity to take basic engineering courses in a Japanese university, without having to attain the Japanese language proficiency that would be necessary to take the same courses in Japanese. All lectures are given in English. Each student is assigned to a research group where s/he will participate in research activities of the group.
This program also offers courses on the Japanese language, culture, and society aimed at promotion of understanding of the Japanese language and social customs. Cultural and intellectual exchange with the Japanese students is an integral part of the program. This will be accomplished through class work as well as participation in the activities of research groups to which the students are assigned.
An example semester course schedule:
Japanese 1
Japanese Culture 1
Sci, Tech and Ind A
Applied Math
Mechanics of Materials A
Individual Research Training
Housing
Participants will be housed in the Tohoku University International House.
Estimated Program Costs
Students pursuing program participation accept financial responsibility. Purdue will take measures to mitigate financial risks, although will not be liable for loss. Students should carefully note what costs need to be paid to Purdue University or to a co-sponsor or agency, and what costs need to be paid at the overseas study location. This will vary by program.
Costs for this program are estimated and subject to change. The cost figures listed below are
for: Spring 2023
|
Costs per semester to be billed by Purdue
|
| You will pay Purdue Tuition |
Check Tuition |
| Program Fee |
$0.00
|
| Purdue International Insurance (per month) |
$32.00 |
|
Approximate additional costs per semester
|
| To be paid by the student.
|
| Program Specific Insurance |
$150.00 |
| Round-trip Airfare |
$1,500.00 |
| Housing |
$2,000.00 |
| Local Transportation |
$250.00 |
| Books and Supplies |
$250.00 |
| Meals |
$2,500.00 |
| Miscellaneous Personal Expenses |
$0.00 -
$2,500.00 |
| Travel Documents (passport, photos) |
$175.00 |
Financial Aid
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.
Application Deadlines
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.
Upon acceptance to the program, students must pay a $500 non-refundable deposit which will be applied to the fee for the first semester. Remaining tuition and fees will be paid to the Purdue Bursar which will issue a bill to all participating students. Housing, meals, and other on-site expenses will be paid directly by the student overseas.
| Program Application Deadline
|
| Academic Year |
Feb 1 |
| Spring Semester |
Sep 15 |
Returnees Information
Lanterns during the Tanataba Festival
Click below to search for Purdue students who have participated in this program and are willing to be contacted. If you get no results, you can use the search form to find people who studied in the country you are interested in.
Resources
The websites listed below contain information about this program. The accuracy of information at external sites cannot be guaranteed.
For more information on this program, please contact the Study Abroad Office by phone (765) 494-2383
or email
studyabroad@purdue.edu.
