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Support for International Students
The following support activities are offered for international
students studying at a university or junior college in Kobe.
 Scholarships
Application Period:
March `April
Applicant Requirements:
The applicant must be a third year student or higher at a university located in
the City of Kobe, and have a student visa. Students from the following countries
cannot apply: Ireland, the United States of America, Italy, Australia, Austria,
the Netherlands, Canada, Switzerland, Sweden, Spain, Denmark, Germany, New Zealand,
Norway, Finland, France, Belgium, Portugal, Luxembourg, and England. This scholarship
cannot be combined with another organizationfs scholarship.
How to Apply:
Fill out the application form found in the student affairs division of area universities
(apply through the university). The selection process will be based on the application
and interview.
Housing Assistance
Housing for international students is available on Rokko Island (Family Housing)
in Higashi Nada-ward and Gakuentoshi (Single and Married Couple Housing) in Nishi-ward.
Application Period:
February
Applicant Requirements:
International students attending a university, college, or junior college in Kobe,
and who possess the proper visa status as International Student are allowed to
apply.
How to Apply:
Fill out the application form found in the student affairs division of area universities
and junior colleges (apply through the university or junior college). The selection
process will be based on the application and interview.
Assistance
with Security Deposit
In the case where an international student rents/leases private housing, the KIC
offers assistance in the form of a no-interest loan to cover part of the security
deposit. Such housing can also be located outside the City of Kobe.
Applicant Requirements:
Only international students attending a university, college, or junior college
in Kobe, and who possess the proper visa status as International Student are allowed
to apply.
Application Period:
At any time
How to Apply:
Fill out the application form found in the student affairs division of area universities
and junior colleges (applicant then must apply directly). Selection process is
based on interview.
Happy
Memory Pass KOBE
The Happy Memory Pass KOBE is a passport that offers free admission to 40 facilities
and attractions located in Kobe. The pass is for international students and their
immediate family.(Immediate family includes the international studentfs spouse
and children. Parents, brothers and/or sisters, relatives, and host families cannot
use the pass.)
Application Period:
April and October
Applicant Requirements:
Only international students attending a university, college, or junior college
in Kobe, and who possess the proper visa status as International Student are allowed
to apply.
How to Apply:
Fill out the application form found in the student affairs division of area universities
and junior colleges (apply through the university).
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