Okayama University
Okayama, Japan
| Description | Costs in USD |
|---|---|
| WSU Tuition and Fees * | $4,378.59 |
| WSU Study Abroad Administrative Fee | $100.00 |
| Accommodations | $1,543.60 |
| Meals | $1,020.00 |
| Books | $150.00 |
| BlueCross BlueShield Global Solutions Insurance | $279.00 |
| Japanese National Health Insurance | $68.00 |
| Local Transportation | $121.04 |
| Mandatory Liability Insurance | $46.92 |
| Personal Expenses | $1,215.00 |
| Passport | $165.00 |
| Airfare | $1,700.00 |
| Total | $10,787.15 |
*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 estimate is for International Student Shared dormitories of 37,500 yen a month including utilities. A one time 30,000 yen housing admission fee and 10,000 yen bedding fee was added to the total estimate.
- Meals are budgeted at 150,000 yen per semester.
- Local transportation is estimated at 160 yen per ride 4 times a week for 5 months.
- No exact estimate was provided by the partner university; however, we estimate that you should not spend over $150 for textbooks for one 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.
- International students are required to participate in the Japanese National Health Insurance (NHI) Program. The average monthly premium is approximately 2,000 yen.
- The university requires liability insurance. The cost varies depending on the insurance chosen, but averages 6,900 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 during Fall 2026 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.