Semarang, io.undip.ac.id –The University of the Ryukyus, established in 1950 on the ruins of Shuri Castle, is the largest national university in Okinawa. Through the Diponegoro International Office (DIO), Universitas Diponegoro continues to strengthen its international academic collaboration by promoting the Ryukyus International Student Exchange (RISE) Program to UNDIP students.
The RISE Program provides students with a deeper understanding of both Okinawan and Japanese culture and customs. It also offers participants the opportunity to return to Japan in the future to pursue graduate studies or conduct research.
The University of the Ryukyus delivers comprehensive education through seven (7) undergraduate faculties: Humanities and Social Sciences, Education, Science, Medicine, Engineering, Agriculture, and Global and Regional Studies.
For advanced research, the university hosts eight (8) graduate schools, including specialized programs in Health Sciences, Law, and a United Graduate School of Agricultural Sciences conducted in partnership with other regional universities.
Through DIO, students are encouraged to explore this opportunity as part of UNDIP’s commitment to expanding global engagement and academic mobility.
Accommodation
- Primary Options: Students are usually housed in the International House (dedicated to international residents) or the Senbaru Student Dormitory (shared with Japanese students).
- Monthly Rent: Prices vary by building and room type, ranging from 10,000 to 25,000 yen per month.
- Utilities & Fees: *Maintenance fees: Range from 3,000 to 9,400 yen depending on the building.
- Electricity: Generally paid separately based on individual monthly usage.
- Cleaning fee: A one-time fee (approx. 19,800 yen for the International House) is required upon moving in.
- Room Amenities: Most rooms are equipped with a bed, desk, chair, and air conditioning. Some types include private kitchens and showers, while others share these facilities.
- Room Assignment: Placement is based on availability; students cannot always choose their preferred room type. If university housing is unavailable or unsuitable, students may rent private apartments off-campus.
- Total Living Cost: The university estimates that students need approximately 80,000 yen per month to cover rent, utilities, food, and other personal expenses in Okinawa.
- Mandatory Insurance: Students must join the National Health Insurance, costing about 16,000 yen per year, which covers 70% of medical expenses.
Notes: This program offers JASSO Scholarship for eligible exchange students (RISE 2026-2027)
- Benefit: 80,000 JPY monthly stipend (max. 11 months).
- Key Requirement: Minimum GPA of 2.30/3.0 from the previous academic year.
- Eligibility: Must be a student from a partner university and return home after the program.
- Restriction: Cannot receive other scholarships exceeding 80,000 JPY/month.
- Selection: Highly competitive with limited quotas; handled by University of the Ryukyus based on your RISE application.
(Alternative: University of the Ryukyus Foundation Scholarship at 60,000 JPY/month.)
Exchange Program Timeline – Ryukyus University
- Document Submission Deadline to IO Undip: March 8, 2026
- Announcement of Document Screening (by IO Undip): March 9, 2026
- Interview by IO Undip (Internal Selection): March 10-11, 2026
- Announcement of Nominated Students by Undip: March 13, 2026
- Nomination submitted to Ryukyus: March 31, 2026
- Program Period: Starting from October 2026
Eligibility
To be eligible for the program, students must complete these Document Requirements (for Internal Selection by DIO)
- Active Student Status
Applicants must be active students who have completed at least their third semester, as proven by a valid Student ID Card (KTM) and KRS. - Minimum GPA
A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00, as shown in the official academic transcript. - Recommendation Letter
A recommendation letter issued by the Dean or Vice Dean of the applicant’s faculty. - Foreign Language Proficiency
Proof of foreign language proficiency:
o TOEFL score of at least 500 (or equivalent), or
o JLPT Level N2 certificate.
- Study Plan
A written study plan (maximum 300 words) outlining the applicant’s academic and personal objectives for joining the exchange program (PDF).
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Email: inbound@acs.u-ryukyu.ac.jp
Website: https://ges.skr.u-ryukyu.ac.jp/future-students/program/rise/
Contact of Diponegoro International Office
Website: io.undip.ac.id
Email: exchange@live.undip.ac.id
Whatsapp: +62 823-1363-8795