Graduate Long-term Student Exchange Program 2025-2026 at Niigata University, Japan.
- Omran Aburayya
- Mar 14
- 3 min read
If you're a graduate student seeking an enriching international experience, the Graduate Long-term Student Exchange Program 2025-2026 in Niigata, Japan, is now accepting applications. This program, part of the G-DORM Project, is a collaboration between Niigata University and four universities from Mekong countries: Royal University of Phnom Penh (Cambodia), National University of Laos (Laos), Chulalongkorn University (Thailand), and Hanoi University of Science and Technology (Vietnam). It aims to develop global SciTech leaders capable of addressing regional revitalization issues from an integrative standpoint.
Programme Summary
Location: Niigata, Japan
Host Institution: Niigata University
Study Level: Master's and Doctoral
Target Group: Graduate students from partner universities
Fields of Study: Science and Technology disciplines
Funding: Monthly stipend of up to 80,000 Japanese yen provided by JASSO (Japan Student Services Organization) for up to 12 months
Duration: One year (September 22, 2025, to September 19, 2026)
Application Deadline: April 12, 2025
Start Date: September 22, 2025
Eligible To: Graduate students currently enrolled in partner universities who will maintain their student status throughout the program
Programme Overview
The G-DORM Project offers an interactive educational experience characterized by group work (GW) internships in collaboration with regional companies in Niigata and the Mekong Region. The program aims to foster global SciTech leaders capable of solving regional revitalization issues from an integrative standpoint.
Program Structure:
The program comprises required and elective courses:
Required Courses: Group Work (GW) internships totaling two months, focusing on project-based learning (PBL) conducted at industrial companies in Niigata to identify, analyze, and resolve issues related to the international roles of corporate activity.
Elective Courses: Lab work aligned with the student's specialization, specialized lectures related to their major, and cross-cultural studies, including Japanese language and culture courses.
To complete the program, students must earn at least four credits from required courses and four credits from elective courses.
Benefits and Financial Arrangements
Financial Support: Eligible participants may receive a monthly stipend of up to 80,000 Japanese yen from JASSO, supporting expenses such as accommodation, meals, and other living costs.
Accommodation: Participants will study at Ikarashi Campus and can apply for single-room apartments near the campus through the "Co-op Leased Apartments Supported by Niigata University" service. Monthly rent varies between 25,000 to 45,000 Japanese yen.
Certificate: Students who complete the program will receive a certificate from Niigata University.
Eligibility Criteria
Must be a Master's or Doctoral student currently enrolled as a degree-seeking student at one of the partner universities and maintain student status throughout the program.
Possess a good academic record, equivalent to or higher than 2.30 points as per the designated calculation formula of JASSO.
Have sufficient proficiency in English (speaking, listening, reading, and writing).
Be able to obtain a passport and visa independently.
Be in good physical and mental health.
Demonstrate a positive attitude towards participating in all program activities and discussions.
Agree to submit required reports and documents by specified deadlines.
Obtain consent from a parent or guarantor for participation in the program.
Be considerate of Japanese customs during the stay in Japan.
Application Procedure
1. Initial Registration:
Complete the online form by April 12, 2025: https://forms.gle/E2X4Jm9upT1ZKU6H6
2. Document Submission (for shortlisted candidates):
If selected, prepare and submit the following documents by April 20, 2025:
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Personal Statement
Interview Sheet
Written Pledge
Certificate of Health
Certificate of Enrollment (original)
Academic Transcript (original)
Letter of Recommendation from the Dean of your university
Face Photo (passport size, JPEG format)
Photocopy of Passport
Photocopy of English proficiency scores (e.g., TOEIC, TOEFL, IELTS)
Application for Certificate of Eligibility
Agreement on the Use of Personal Information
3. Application Submission
Submit these documents to Ms. Mai Chi, Department of Partnership and Engagement at HUST, Room 212-C1, by April 20, 2025. Contact: (chi.nguyenmai@hust.edu.vn); Phone: 0968566369.
Additional Information:
Expenses: Participants are responsible for costs such as round-trip airfare, transportation within their home country and Japan, passport and visa fees, accommodation charges, utility bills, meals, insurance, and personal expenses.
Accommodation Details: Participants will study at Ikarashi
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