AEO Tour – USA University Fairs
Tokyo
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Participating Universities & Colleges:
1. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
2. Illinois Institute of Technology
3. Johnson & Wales University
4. Kansas State University
5. Knox College
6. Messiah University
7. Northwest Missouri State University
8. Pacific Lutheran University
9. Purdue University Northwest
10. San Francisco State University
11. Santa Ana College
12. Savannah College of Art & Design
13. University of Colorado Boulder
14. University of Illinois Chicago
15. University of Northern Iowa
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Amy Pham
Director of International Admissions
phama2@erau.edu
Top 5 Majors
1. Aeronautical Science – Flight Program
2. Aerospace Engineering
3. Astronomy/Astrophysics
4. Global Security & Intelligence
5. Air Traffic Management
Link to Majors
Undergraduate Tuition & Fees
$47,844
Undergraduate Population
9,500
Scholarships Available
Yes
Embry‑Riddle has been at the forefront of groundbreaking aeronautical milestones since the early days of flight, and today we are renowned innovators in the fields of Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Computers and Technology, Engineering, Security, Intelligence and Safety and Space.
Our mission is to teach students the science, practice and business of aviation and aerospace, preparing them for leadership roles in industry, government agencies and the military.
Our students are also an integral part of pioneering research that has the power to change the world, and Embry‑Riddle partners with key stakeholders to develop new insights and solutions that help meet the challenges of today and enhance the opportunities of tomorrow.
Location
Prescott, AZ
Illinois Institute of Technology
Laura Kim
Assistant Director – Partnerships & Recruitment
skim201@illinoistech.edu
Top 5 Majors
1. Computer Science/AI
2. Mechanical Engineering
3. Architecture
4. Civil Engineering
5. Chemical Engineering/Electrical Engineering
Link to Majors
Undergraduate Tuition & Fees
$51,648
Undergraduate Population
3,800
Scholarships Available
Yes
Illinois Institute of Technology (Illinois Tech), a prestigious private university located in Chicago, one of the top three major cities in the United States.
Illinois Tech has been ranked among the top 100 universities in the United States in the inaugural World’s Top Universities ranking released on2026, by TIME magazine in partnership with Statista. The ranking, which places Illinois Tech #91 nationally.
Illinois Tech is a leading institution where students can gain both academic knowledge and hands-on experience, situated in Chicago—a global hub for major international companies.
It is the only premier private university in Illinois specializing in STEM education, and is renowned for its practice-oriented curriculum, boasting an employment rate of over 94% and highly competitive starting salaries.
We provide the signature experience-based learning platform that represents Illinois Tech is the Elevate program. Through Elevate, students receive structured support in Internships, Industry and corporate projects, Researchopportunities with faculty, Global programs Career coaching and mentorship.
This ensures that students don’t just “study” in college—they build real career experience while earning their degree.
As a result, students develop practical skills even before graduation, giving them a strong competitive edge in the job market.
Location
Chicago, IL
Johnson & Wales University
Corinne RigordaEva
International Admissions Officer
crigordaeva@jwu.edu
Top 5 Majors
1. Culinary Arts
2. Hospitality Management
3. Business Administration
4. Food Innovation & Technology
5. Computer Science
Link to Majors
Undergraduate Tuition & Fees
$45,408
Undergraduate Population
7,169
Scholarships Available
Yes
Johnson & Wales University (JWU) welcomes students from over 50 countries, offering career-focused, hands-on education across its Providence, RI and Charlotte, NC campuses. JWU Global supports international students from admissions through graduation with immigration advising, cultural programming, and career readiness.
Location
Providence, RI
Kansas State University
Rafael Alvarado
Assistant Director of International Recruitment
ralvarado@k-state.edu
Top 5 Majors
1. Computer Science
2. Business
3. Architecture
4. Professional Pilot
5. Agronomy
Link to Majors
Undergraduate Tuition & Fees
$31,000
Undergraduate Population
16,555
Scholarships Available
Yes
Kansas State University is a public institution that was founded in 1863. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 21,000, its setting is city, and the campus size is 664 acres. It utilizes a semester-based academic calendar.
Kansas State University is located in the city of Manhattan, in the northeast region of the state. Students at K-State, as it is known, can choose from more than 250 undergraduate majors and more than 60 master’s degree programs, including those in the fields of business, engineering and education. K-State is home to the Biosecurity Research Institute, where students can train to research infectious diseases, and the Landon Lecture Series, which has hosted many prestigious speakers, including five former U.S. presidents.
K-State students can join more than 450 organizations, dozens of fraternities and sororities, and student government. It’s also easy to stay busy on campus by visiting the school’s golf course, insect museum, dairy bar and gardens. Student athletes at K-state can play at the recreational level or try out for one of the many K-State Wildcats varsity sports teams, which compete in the NCAA Division I Big 12 Conference. Notable K-State alumni include actor Eric Stonestreet, who appears on the television show “Modern Family,” and chief White House photographer Pete Souza.
Location
Manhattan, KS
Knox College
Greer Henderson
Director of International Admissions
ghhenderson@knox.edu
Top 5 Majors
1. Psychology
2. Business & Management
3. Biology
4. Creative Writing
5. International Relations
Link to Majors
Undergraduate Tuition & Fees
$61,988
Undergraduate Population
1,150
Scholarships Available
Yes
Knox College is a small liberal arts and sciences college located in Galesburg, Illinois. Classes are small, with an average of 14 students and an 11 to 1 student-faculty ratio. About 27% of the students are international, representing more than 50 countries. Knox is a friendly and supportive community that encourages creativity and exploration through hands-on experiences such as discussions, internships, study abroad, and research.
Location
Galesburg, IL
Messiah University
Sierra Kinslow
Associate Director of Admissions, Multicultural Recruitment
skinslow@messiah.edu
Top 5 Majors
1. Engineering
2. Nursing
3. Education
4. Business
5. Applied Health Sciences/Exercise Sciences
Link to Majors
Undergraduate Tuition & Fees
$43,580
Undergraduate Population
2,600
Scholarships Available
Yes
Messiah University is a top-ranked private university of the liberal and applied arts and sciences in the northeastern U.S. With a reputation for successfully integrating rigorous academics and Christian faith into all of our academic programs, we offer 150+ undergraduate and pre-professional degree options and 20+ graduate degree and certificate programs.
Location
Mechanicsburg, PA
Northwest Missouri State University
Thomas Merlot
Director International Involvement Center
tmerlot@nwmissouri.edu
Top 5 Majors
1. Business Administration & Management
2. Elementary Education & Teaching
3. Psychology
4. Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations
5. Marketing
Link to Majors
Undergraduate Tuition & Fees
$22,524
Undergraduate Population
4,315
Scholarships Available
Yes
The Middle of Everywhere. Yep, you read that right. Everything a college town needs and nothing it doesn’t. We are an active campus with a championship culture. Our focus is student success – every student, every day. We go beyond hands-on learning with profession-based learning. The kind of training that allows a student to know if they are on the right path for their individual journey. At Northwest, we support students in every facet of the college journey.
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Location
Maryville, MO
Pacific Lutheran University
Brandon Bruan
Director of Admissions Operations
bruanbj@plu.edu
Top 5 Majors
1. Business Administration
2. Computer Science
3. Data Science
4. Nursing
5. Psychology
Link to Majors
Undergraduate Tuition & Fees
$56,150
Undergraduate Population
2,300
Scholarships Available
Yes
Located in the scenic Pacific Northwest near Tacoma, Washington, Pacific Lutheran University (PLU) offers a welcoming, globally-focused environment for international students. Consistently ranked among the top 15 Western regional universities, PLU integrates a rigorous liberal arts education with hands-on professional preparation. International students benefit from dedicated support through International Student Services, generous merit-based scholarships, and unique themed housing like the Global Community. With a commitment to social justice and sustainability, PLU provides a small, inclusive campus where students from all backgrounds can pursue meaningful careers and global service.
Location
Tacoma, WA
Purdue University Northwest
Nathan Elizalde
Assistant Director of Admissions
njelizal@pnw.edu
Top 5 Majors
1. Computer Science
2. Mechanical Engineering
3. Finance
4. Analytics
5. Computer Science: Artificial Intelligence
Link to Majors
Undergraduate Tuition & Fees
$20,190
Undergraduate Population
4,907
Scholarships Available
Yes
Purdue University Northwest (PNW) is a student-centered, public university located in Northwest Indiana, just 48 km from downtown Chicago. Part of the esteemed Purdue University system, PNW offers over 60 undergraduate and graduate programs. With a highly diverse, globally-connected campus and dedicated International Student Services, PNW prepares students for the careers of the future.
Location
Hammond, IN
San Francisco State University
Michelle Hong
Assistant to the AVP/Special Program Coordinator
mihong@sfsu.edu
Top 5 Majors
1. Business Administration
2. Psychology
3. Computer Science
4. Cinema/Broadcast
5. Biology
Link to Majors
Undergraduate Tuition & Fees
$20,128
Undergraduate Population
17,607
Scholarships Available
Yes
Founded in 1899, San Francisco State University (SF State) is one of the 22 campuses under California State University system and is located in one of the world’s most vibrant and beautiful cities. With a diverse range of students from almost every state and over 90 countries, the University community is a perfect setting for learning to succeed in a pluralistic society and global economy. SF State offers over 100 degree programs at undergraduate and graduate levels, and certificate. The campus is located in a quiet residential neighborhood at the southwest corner of the city, only 20-minute bus ride away from downtown — a center of business, technology and culture that provides a laboratory for community-service projects, work-study opportunities and internships.
Location
San Francisco, CA
Santa Ana College
Dr. Junko Ishikawa
International Student Coordinator
ishikawa_junko@sac.edu
Top 5 Majors
1. Business Administration
2. Computer Science
3. Engineering
4. Nursing & Allied Health
5. University Transfer Program (UC & CSU Pathways)
Link to Majors
Undergraduate Tuition & Fees
$15,280
Undergraduate Population
18,400
Scholarships Available
Yes
**Santa Ana College (SAC)** is your gateway to world-class education in Southern California. With **110 years of academic excellence** and **more than 70 years of serving international students**, SAC provides affordable tuition, small class sizes, and personalized support in a welcoming, multicultural environment. Students from more than **41 countries** choose SAC to begin their academic journey and transfer to top University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU) campuses. Located in the heart of Orange County, Santa Ana College is where opportunity, innovation, and your global future begin.
Location
Santa Ana, CA
Savannah College of Art and Design
Sonnia Moon
Associate Director of Admissions
smoon@scad.edu
Top 5 Majors
1. Animation
2. Film & Television
3. Illustration
4. Sequential Art
5. Graphic Design
Link to Majors
Undergraduate Tuition & Fees
$42,165
Undergraduate Population
4,171
Scholarships Available
Yes
SCAD – Savannah College of Art and Design is the most comprehensive art and design university in the world, offering more than 100 degree programs (with 40+ majors and over 70+ minors) and specializations which is more than any other art and design university. SCAD also offers 29 STEM designated creative and business programs, which help international students to apply for 3 years of industry experience post-graduation. The diverse student body is motivated by a faculty of professors with extraordinary academic credentials and valuable professional experience. SCAD’s innovative and ever growing curriculum is enhanced by advanced-professional technology, equipment and learning resources. Our students are regularly focused on industry connections during their time at SCAD, working with fortune 100 and 500 companies that lead to employment opportunities.
Location
Savannah, GA
University of Colorado Boulder
Megan Buckley
Assistant Director of International Admissions
megan.buckley-2@colorado.edu
Top 5 Majors
1. Psychology
2. Integrative Physiology
3. Finance
4. Computer Science
5. Aerospace
Link to Majors
Undergraduate Tuition & Fees
$52,324
Undergraduate Population
30,707
Scholarships Available
Yes
CU Boulder is a public R1 institution with 37,000 students. There are 200+ academic programs with highly ranked programs within Engineering, Arts & Sciences, and Business. CU Boulder is a top NASA research grant recipient, 5 Nobel Laureates, and is in one of the best college towns! Here we have gorgeous outdoor recreation nearby, 17 Division 1 sports, and more than 450 student organizations.
Location
Boulder, CO
University of Illinois Chicago
Kara Johnson
Visiting Associate Director of International Recruitment and Compliance
karaj@uic.edu
Top 5 Majors
1. Computer Science
2. Biological Science
3. Finance
4. Engineering
5. Economics
Link to Majors
Undergraduate Tuition & Fees
$35,484
Undergraduate Population
24,260
Scholarships Available
Yes
The University of Illinois Chicago is Chicago’s public university – big, diverse and alive. UIC is a real campus community embedded in some of Chicago’s most interesting neighborhoods. Consistently ranked among the nation’s most diverse, welcoming, and transformative campuses, UIC is home to more than 30,000 students. As one of the preeminent research institutions in the country, our students have the advantage of learning from a superb faculty that discovers what others teach. UIC offers a challenging, career-building education and a life-changing college experience through hundreds of academic and success programs.
Location
Chicago, IL
University of Northern Iowa
Missy Leuthold
Associate Director of International Recruitment
missy.leuthold@uni.edu
Top 5 Majors
1. Education
2. Business
3. Engineering
4. Nursing
5. Health Sciences
Link to Majors
Undergraduate Tuition & Fees
$23,030
Undergraduate Population
7,800
Scholarships Available
Yes
The University of Northern Iowa is a mid-sized, Division I institution in Cedar Falls, IA, offering over 160 areas of study. Known for excellence in education, UNI also excels in business, technology, performing arts, and health sciences. With expert faculty, immersive learning, and a focus on student strengths, UNI prepares students for success in a changing world. The 820-acre, walkable campus features 270 student organizations, 17 NCAA Division I teams, and a premier performing arts center. More than 9,000 students from over 50 countries call UNI home.
Location
Cedar Falls, IA