Aoyama Gakuin University 

Tokyo, Japan

 

Estimated Costs for 2026-2027
Description Costs in USD
WSU Tuition and Fees *  $4,378.59
WSU Study Abroad Administrative Fee  $100.00
Accommodations  $4,855.88
Meals  $561.00
Local Transportation  $99.14
Books   $204.00
BlueCross BlueShield Global Solutions Insurance   $279.00
Japanese National Health Insurance $70.83
Personal Expenses  $1,215.00
Passport  $165.00
Airfare  $1,900.00
Total  $13,828.44

*All fees are based on a 5 month period for a fall or spring semester.

 

NOTES:

  • Figures are estimates given by Host University. Figures were given in host currency and converted to United States Dollars using a floating exchange rate. As of 07/30/26, 1 Japanese Yen (JPY) = 0.0068 USD 
  • Accommodations are given at 100,920 Yen per month by averaging the cost of the recommended dormys. This also includes the dormy meal plan (includes breakfast and dinner). Additional fees are added in the estimate to cover cleaning, building maintenance, utilities, internet, and admission. A security deposit of 50,000 yen is included in the fee estimate, however this should be refunded at the end of the contract.
  • Meal costs (lunches only) in addition to the dorm meal plan, should cost around 82,500 yen for the entire semester. 
  • Books/study materials are budgeted for 30,000 Yen per semester. 
  • There is local transportation within Tokyo to and from the university. The commuting pass is accounted for 14,580 Yen per semester.  
  • The BlueCross BlueShield Global Solutions health insurance plan is required for study abroad. The total cost is based on the total number of days the student is abroad. As of August 2026, it cost $1.86 per day for a maximum $100,000 coverage and $100 deductible. 150 days (5 months) will be approximately $279.00.  There are different coverage plans available at different prices.
  • For Aoyama Gakuin University, international students are required to participate in the National Health Insurance (NHI) Program. The estimated cost is 10,416 yen per semester.
  • US citizens are exempt from visa fees. 
  • Airfare cost was provided according to Orbitz as of 8/3/2026 with travel dates of January 16, 2027 – June 11, 2027. This should provide a good estimate to cover the airfare expense.
  • Personal expense estimates are provided by Financial Aid for students living on the WSU campus, which will be similar during a study abroad program.

* Tuition and Fees are based on the Resident rate for 12 undergraduate credit hours at Wichita State University. Students will pay their current tuition rate during the study abroad program based on their residency and any specific college/department requirements. 

Disclaimer: All costs are estimates and subject to change. Some universities will require payment for accommodations in advance as well as other fees. In order to apply for visas, students may be required to show proof of funds, such as bank statements, to live in a host country. Please note extra travel expenses are not included. Budget accordingly.