To apply for exchange at GSA, you must first be selected by KSU's International Exchange Committee. You need to provide a portfolio of art work, and pass an interview test. You must also take a TOEFL test and satisfy the committee members that your English is good enough for you to study successfully in the UK. After your exchange is approved by KSU, please prepare the following materials:

1) Fill out GSA's Application for Admission as an Exchange Student
(first read their Application Guidelines)
2) Prepare your portfolio (a light A4 clearbook, slides, or CD-ROM) with English titles/descriptions
3) Write a letter of intent stating your purpose of study at GSA
(Describe your art & design interests, how you will make use of this opportunity, and what you expect from your visit).
4)Get a transcript in English from KSU's Kyomu-ka
5) Get letters of recommendation from your teacher, and head of department or from the International Office

KSU's International Office will mail these documents to GSA.
After you have been accepted by GSA they will send an Acceptance Letter and information package

Check out GSA's Accommodation Information page, and Margaret Macdonald House. See virtual tour here. You need to fill out application forms provided by GSA (online here) to mail to the residence manager at Margaret Macdonald House.

When your application is accepted, the residence manager will send you a package including a Lease Agreement, to sign and return. You will need to pay a damage deposit (refundable) of £100 (approx. 20,000 yen). Standard room rent is £72 per week (46,000 yen per month) or £78 per week for ensuite (private shower/toilet). Electricity costs an extra £3-5 per week.Rooms are in flats (apartments) with shared kitchen, toilet and shower facilities. The application deadline for accommodation is July 1 (but sooner is better).More information at the FAQ page.

Postal address:
Your Name,
Your Flat (flat=apartment), (flat number will be issued to you on arrival)
89 Buccleuch Street,
Glasgow, G3 6QT, U.K.