Akita International University (AIU) supports students with needs* to exercise the right to study and experience university life under a fair learning environment.

* students with needs' refers to students who face restrictions with academic learning and/or daily life over an extended period because of physical disabilities, internal impairment and/or disease, and wish to receive support and/or are recognized to require support.

Principal Policy

• One academic and health support coordinator

Facility support

• Provide opportunities for faculty and staff to acquaint with special accommodations in order to provide student support and protect student rights.
• Support students to build self-advocacy skills (ability to communicate their needs and problems with others in order to gain necessary support and understanding).
• Student's autonomy first. Accommodation introduced will be determined according to disabilities and necessities upon students’ autonomy.
• Protect students' privacy and personal data.

Support structure

• The Vice President is responsible for determining and introducing necessary accommodations. The Student Disability Support Committee and Student Disability Committee Group are set under the authorization of the Vice President.
• One Study and Student Wellbeing Coordinator

Responsibilities of students who receive special accommodations

• Fulfill the standards of academic performance required by AIU
• Apply for support as soon as possible
• Apply every semester
• Submit a “Disability Certificate” or other documents that prove the student's disability or disease (required by AIU).
• Follow instructions from a medical doctor if medical treatment or care is deemed necessary.

For exchange and short-term international students, please first consult with your study abroad coordinator at AIU.