Akita dates to 658 AD and offers a glimpse of traditional Japan. Akita’s numerous festivals, including Akita Kanto and Omagari Fireworks, celebrate its history, nature and community. Read more about Japan and Akita.

• Study at Akita International University (AIU)
• Intensive Japanese Language and studies courses
• Wide selection of business, politics, general education and other courses (taught in English)
• Community service opportunities
• Maximum of 15 credits per Fall and Spring semester
• Maximum of 9 credits per Winter semester*
• Transcripts issued by AIU and Lincoln University (accredited in the USA)
• Cultural field trips in Akita, Kakunodate, Lake Tazawa, Tokyo and Fuji
• Affordable comprehensive program fee
• Pre-departure advising and planning
• KEI Onsite Director and 24/7 emergency support

Semester & year concentrations

• Business & Economics
• International Relations & Political Science
• Japanese Language & Area Studies
• Psychology & Social Science

Sessions

• Japanese Academic Year (Spring semester followed by Fall semester)
• Spring Semester (late March to late July)
• American Academic Year (Fall semester, Winter intersession & Spring semester)
• Fall Semester (mid August to mid December)
• Winter Intersession* (early January to early March)

* Winter intersession is offered as an add-on to Fall semester and included in the American academic year.