Cost

Wondering how much it costs to study abroad? Many students are interested in studying overseas but are concerned about the expenses. The costs can vary depending on the program, country, and local cost of living. Here’s a general overview of the expenses you might encounter.

By utilizing both internal and external scholarship programs, as well as Kyushu University’s travel expense support system, you can significantly reduce the financial burden of studying abroad. Many past Kyushu University students have successfully obtained scholarships to fund their studies. Additionally, for exchange programs, tuition fees at the host university are waived.

Estimated cost of studying abroad (actual costs vary depending on the country, region, and personal standard of living).

●Study abroad in the United States

Travel costs: round-trip airfare	250,000 yen
Visa application fee	50,000 yen
Overseas travel insurance（10 months）	200,000 yen
Living expenses per month 　 ＜Breakdown＞ 　Housing expenses (rent) 　Utilities 　Food expenses 　Phone and communication expenses 　Entertainment and other	250,000 yen 120,000 yen 5,000 yen 80,000 yen 15,000 yen 30,000 yen

●Study abroad in the UK

Travel costs: round-trip airfare	300,000 yen
Visa application fee	30,000 yen
Overseas travel insurance（10 months）	200,000 yen
Living expenses per month 　 ＜Breakdown＞ 　Housing expenses (rent) 　Utilities 　Food expenses 　Phone and communication expenses 　Entertainment and other	200,000 yen 140,000 yen Included in rent 30,000 yen 10,000 yen 20,000 yen

●Study abroad in South Korea

Travel costs: round-trip airfare	70,000 yen
Visa application fee	3,000 yen
Overseas travel insurance（10 months）	100,000 yen
Living expenses per month 　 ＜Breakdown＞ 　Housing expenses (rent) 　Utilities 　Food expenses 　Phone and communication expenses 　Entertainment and other	90,000 yen 50,000 yen 5,000 yen 20,000 yen 5,000 yen 10,000 yen

You can find average living expenses of past Kyushu University students in the “Study Abroad Guide”.

Attending Study Abroad Fairs is also a great way to get detailed information about costs from students who have already studied abroad.

Scholarships

There are various scholarships available to support your study abroad journey. These can be broadly categorized into Kyushu University scholarships and external scholarships. You can apply for external scholarships either through the university or directly as an individual.

By utilizing these scholarship programs, you can significantly reduce the financial burden of studying abroad. While the costs might seem high, many past Kyushu University students have successfully obtained scholarships to fund their studies. Don’t let financial concerns hold you back from exploring new opportunities and broadening your horizons.

For those considering scholarships, there are videos available exclusively within the university that provide valuable advice from senior students on how to prepare scholarship applications. These insights are essential for anyone looking to apply for financial aid.

Kyushu University Scholarships

External Scholarships

In addition to the above, Kyushu University has compiled a list of scholarships for studying abroad offered by external public interest foundations and other organizations. Most of these are grants, and there are two types: those you can apply for directly and those you need to apply for through your Student Support Office, with the university’s recommendation. The information is frequently updated, so please check regularly.