2025
Nihon University Graduate School
International Students
Application Guidelines

These guidelines have been selected and translated into English from the original Japaneseguidelines for those interested in joining the Graduate School of Science and Technology of Nihon
University. In the event of any discrepancies between this version and the original, the original
Japanese version shall take precedence.
The original Guidelines (Admission Guide) can be downloaded at https://www.nihonu.ac.jp/en/admissions/matriculated/.

Flow from application to admission
1 Check eligibility and application period(Graduate school applicants should contact their desired major.) See "Application Eligibility" on page 5.

2 Submit the required information via the online application
See "Online Application" on pages 6 to 9.

3 Pay the application fee
See "Online Application" on pages 6 to 9 and "Application Fee" on page 15.

4 Print out the Application Confirmation Form and prepare all of the application
documents
See "Online Application" on pages 6 to 10 and "Application Documents" on pages 11 to 14.

5 Send the application documents by mailSee “Online Application” on pages 6 to 10 and “Application Procedures” on page 15

6 Obtain an Examination Admission Ticket
See “Examination Admission Ticket” on page 16

7 Take the examination
See “Precautions for Taking the Examination” on page 16 and “Immigration Procedures / Residency Procedures” onpages 19 to 21

8 Announcement of examination results
See “Announcement of Examination Results” on pages 16 and 17.

9 Enrollment procedures
See “Enrollment Procedures” on pages 17 and 18.

10 Immigration procedures
See “Immigration Procedures / Residency Procedures” on pages 19 to 21.

11 Enrollment

Privacy Policy - Regarding the handling of personal information
Nihon University (including the Graduate Schools and the Junior Colleges) will use the personal information submitted
by applicants, such as name and address, for a series of procedures including application acceptance, implementation,
announcement of results, and admission, as well as for sending documents and notices necessary for starting student
life at Nihon University. The information will also be used for statistical processing of enrollment data.
In some cases, Nihon University may outsource a part of these services to a third-party contractor. In such cases,
Nihon University and the contractor will not use the applicant's personal information beyond the scope necessary toachieve the purposes of use described above.
*The TOEFL and TOEIC mentioned in this publication are registered trademarks of Educational Testing Service.

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Table of Contents
Overview of International Student Selection and Entrance Examination

4

Application Eligibility

5

Online Application

6-10

Application Documents

11-14

Application Fee

15

Application Procedures

15

Examination Admission Ticket

16

Precautions for Taking the Examination

16

Announcement of Examination Results

16-17

Enrollment Procedures

17-18

Immigration Procedures / Residency Procedures

19-21

Schedule / Subjects

21

List of Fees for Enrolling Graduate School Students in 2025

22

Scholarships for International Students / Tuition Fee Reduction / Exemption for Privately
Financed International Students

23

Additional Information regarding the Graduate School of Science and Technology
Campus Locations

24-25
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Overview of International Student Selection
and Entrance Examination
１．Examination typeThe following types of entrance examinations are available for the international student selection at Nihon University.
However, only the school-specific examination is available for the Graduate School of Science and Technology.

(1) School-specific examination
This is an examination that is independently conducted by our university's departments and graduate schools. It will
be held at our university's campus in Japan.

(2) Selection through the Examination for Japanese University Admission for International
Students (EJU)
2. Admission period, number of students to be admitted(1) Admission period
Admissions for graduate schools recruiting through these guidelines is set for April 2025.

(2) Number of students to be admitted
Each Major of the Graduate School will admit a small number of students.

3. Points to note
(1) Application eligibility
Confirm that you meet the application eligibility specified on page 5 before submitting your application documents. If
you have any questions regarding the application eligibility, contact the Admissions Division of Nihon University (email: int.adm@nihon-u.ac.jp). There may be a delay in responding, so make contact as early as possible.

(2) Concurrent applications
Applications to multiple graduate schools are possible if the selection dates are not the same. However, concurrent
applications to multiple majors within the same graduate school are not allowed. When applying concurrently,
submission of application documents and payment of the application fees are required for each graduate school andexamination type.

(3) Attention to graduate school applicants
It is necessary to contact the Graduate School you wish to join in advance before submitting your application. Afterconfirming your desired supervisor and research topic, submit the "Pre-application Consultation Form" issued to youby the Graduate School along with other application documents at the time of application (if you cannot submit theoriginal "Pre-application Consultation Form" at the time of application, your application will not be accepted). You mustcomplete this preliminary contact before applying online. For contact information, refer to page 25.

(4) Regarding research students, auditing students, and non-degree students
Some graduate schools may recruit research students, auditing students, and credited auditors. Inquire with thegraduate school of your interest regarding the availability and details of these exams (for contact information, refer topage 25).

4. Schedule / Subjects
Refer to page 21

5. Enrollment fees
Refer to page 22

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Application Eligibility
Eligibility is for individuals with foreign nationality who meet any of the following criteria.

Graduate School• Master’s program
1. Individuals who have completed a 16-year school education curriculum in a foreign country or are expected to complete
it by March 31, 2025.
2. Individuals who have completed a program with a minimum duration of three years at a foreign university or similar
institution and have obtained or are expected to obtain a degree equivalent to a bachelor's degree by March 31, 2025.
3. Individuals recognized by the Nihon University Graduate School through an individual admission eligibility screening
as having academic ability equal to or greater than that of a university graduate, and those who have reached or willreach the age of 22 by March 31, 2025.

• Doctoral program
1. Individuals who have obtained a degree equivalent to a master's degree or a professional degree at a foreign university,or those who are expected to obtain such a degree by March 31, 2025.
2. Individuals recognized by the Nihon University Graduate School through an individual admission eligibility screening
as having academic ability equal to or greater than that of a person with a master's degree or a professional degree,
and those who have reached or will reach the age of 24 by March 31, 2025.

About the graduate school admission eligibility screening
1. Graduate school applicants who do not meet the application eligibility 1 or 2 for the master's program, and application
eligibility 1 for the doctoral program must undergo an admission eligibility screening before applying.
2. Applicants who need to undergo the admission eligibility screening should check the detailed procedures on thefollowing website and submit the required documents by the specified deadline. If you cannot access the website,
contact the Admissions Division of Nihon University for details.
Nihon University Admissions Division
Website: https://www.nihon-u.ac.jp/admission_info/application/international/screening/
TEL: +81-3-5275-8311 FAX: +81-3-5275-8324 e-mail: int.adm@nihon-u.ac.jp
3. Those who are recognized as qualified through the admission eligibility screening should complete the necessary
procedures by the application deadline of the graduate school.

Application deadline for the admission eligibility screening
Graduate School
Science and Technology (other than Geography Major)

Deadline
Wednesday, September 25, 2025

Notes
• If you meet the application eligibility set by the Graduate School you are applying to, it is acceptable to have graduated(including expected graduation) from universities or graduate schools located in Japan or to have completedinternational or foreign schools in Japan.
• Individuals with significant physical disabilities may find it difficult to take examinations and attend classes in somegraduate schools, so consult with the Graduate School you wish to apply to before applying.

5Online Application
Regarding the online application(1) Online application
This system allows you to apply by entering the required information into an online form, printing it out, and then mailingit.

(2) Start dates of use"Create My Page" (refer to page 7) will be available from Thursday on July 18, 2024.
"Registration of application Information" (refer to page 7)" will be available from Friday on July 19, 2024.
You can proceed to the application screen from the "Online Application" banner on the Nihon University website(https://www.nihon-u.ac.jp/admission_info/). Additionally, applications can also be made through the dedicated site(https://exam.nihon-u.ac.jp/guidance/net-nihon-u/).
*Check the operating environment and follow the guide.

(3) Notes on using the online application
Merely entering information on the internet and paying the application fee does not complete the official application
process. An application becomes official only when the university accepts the application documents. After paying theapplication fee, ensure that all application documents are in order, and then send them via Japan Post “Kan-i Kakitome”(for those outside of Japan, use EMS (Express Mail Service) or registered airmail) to arrive by the application deadline.

Operating environment - Read carefully and confirm before using.
• Recommended PC environment
Browser version
Windows

Mac

Google Chrome
Microsoft Edge

Mac OS10.6 or later
Safari
Google Chrome

PDF viewing software version
Windows
Adobe Acrobat Reader DC

Mac
Adobe Acrobat Reader DC• The "Reader" on Windows 8.1 or Windows 10 is notrecommended.
• Browser-specific PDF viewers are not recommended.

• The "Preview" on MacOS is not recommended.
• Browser-specific PDF viewers are not recommended.

• Recommended environment for mobile devices* The following are the recommended environments, but some features may not work depending on the device. In suchcases, use a PC.

OS version
Android
Android 10.X.X or later
Android Chrome

iOS 14.X.X and later
SafariiOS

Make sure to launch the browser from the Chrome icon
on your smartphone screen.
Accessing from apps downloaded from Google Play etc.
(other than Chrome) may not function properly.

Make sure to launch the browser from the Safari icon on
the smartphone screen.
Accessing from apps downloaded from the App Store etc.
may not function properly.

6ガイダンスへアクセス

Proceduresfor the online application for Nihon University
https://exam.nihon-u.ac.jp/guidance/net-nihon-u/(International
student selection and entrance examination)
日本大学ホームページ「入試ガイド」のバナーからもアクセスできます。
1 Access to the guide
https:// exam.nihon-u.ac.jp/guidance/net-nihon-u/
You can also access it from the “Entrance Examination Guide” banner on Nihon University website's page.

マイページ作成（2023年7月18日利用開始）
2. “Create初めて出願する方のみマイページの作成が必要となります。
My Page" (available from July 18, 2024)“My Page” creation is required only for first-time applicants.

Registration of student information

験生情報の登録
Register the applicant's personal information by choosing “Registering / Editing and Confirming Personal Information”

within "My Page".
ページ内の「個人情報の登録・編集と確認」より，志願者の個人情報を登録してください。
Registration of ID photo
Register a facial photo by choosing “Registering and Confirming ID Photo” within "My Page". Select a photo (color,

明写真の登録taken within the last 3 months, frontal view of the upper half of the body, no hat, no frame), and upload it.

* For subsequent applications, log in to “My Page" (https://exam.nihon-u.ac.jp/nihon-u/mypage/login) and register

ページ内の「証明写真の登録と確認」より，顔写真を登録してください。
necessary information such as the desired graduate school and examination type from “Application Registration".
* In the case of changing the enrollment destination within the graduate schools of this university for the（3か月以内に撮影した正面上半身無帽のカラー写真，枠なし）を選択し，アップロードしてください。
international student selection and entrance examination (refer to pages 17 and 18), if you use different

My Page
IDs for the application before and after the change, you cannot proceed」にログインし，
with the change
回目以降の出願は，「マイページ（https://exam.nihon-u.ac.jp/nihon-u/mypage/login）
procedure. Make sure that one applicant does not register multiple My Page IDs.
出願登録」より，志望する学部学科，大学院研究科・試験方式等必要な情報を登録してください。

国人留学生選抜・入試において，本学の学部・大学院研究科・短期大学部内の入学先を変更する場合（18ページ
3. Registration of application information (starting from July 19, 2024)照），変更前と変更先の出願時に異なるインターネット出願のマイページIDを利用していると変更手続を行う
From within “My Page" (https://exam.nihon-u.ac.jp/nihon-u/mypage/login), go to "Application
Registration" and register necessary information such as the desired graduate school and examinationとができません。1人の志願者が複数のマイページIDを登録しないようにしてください。
type.
* Complete the application registration by 16:00 on the application deadline set for each graduate
school examination type.

出願情報の登録（2023年7月19日から）

4. Selecting a payment method
Select a payment method from below.

Accepted payment institutions「マイページ（https://exam.nihon-u.ac.jp/nihon-u/mypage/login）」内の「出願登録」■ Convenience stores■ Credit card
より，志望する学部学科，大学院研究科・試験方式等必要な情報を登録してください。
Seven Eleven, Lawson, Family Mart, Mini Stop, Daily
VISA, MasterCard, JCB, AMERICAN EXPRESS,
Yamazaki, Yamazaki Daily Store, Seicomart
Diners Club
※志望する学部，大学院研究科，短期大学部の試験方式ごとに定めた出願締切日の20：00までに■ ATM (Pay-easy available ATM)
■Online banking
出願登録完了してください。
Japan Post Bank, Mitsubishi UFJ Bank, SumitomoCompatible with over 1,000 banks nationwide, including
Mitsui Banking Corporation, Mizuho Bank, Resona
major megabanks. To use this service, you need an
Bank, etc.
online banking contract.

支払い方法の選択

5. Payment of the application fee

The payment method selection site will issue a reference number required for payment. Be sure to accurately note orprint the number, and pay the application fee at the selected payment institution. For payment instructions, refer to"Payment methods for applicationfee" on page 9.
下記より支払い方法を選択してください。

支払い可能な取扱い機関

6. Printing of Application Confirmation Form, etc.

From "Application Confirmation" within "My Page" (https://exam.nihon-u.ac.jp/nihon-u/mypage/login), select "Print

コンビニエンスストア■ATM
Application Confirmation Form and the Address Label"on the （Pay-easy利用可能なATM）"Application Confirmation" panel and printout "Application Confirmation Form", "Applicant's Fill-in
Form", "Address Label", and "List of Application
ン-イレブン，ローソン，ファミリーマート，
ゆうちょ銀行，三菱UFJ銀行，
Documents".
ストップ，デイリーヤマザキ，
三井住友銀行，みずほ銀行，りそな銀行など* Print the "Application Confirmation Form", etc., on A4
size paper.
ザキデイリーストア，セイコーマート* Make copies of the printed documents for your records.

■クレジットカード

VISA，MasterCard，JCB，AMERICAN EXPRESS，Diners Club

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■ネットバンキング

7. Mailing of application documents
Affix an address label to a commercially available “Kaku-2” envelope (an envelope large enough to hold A4-sized
papers without folding them) and enclose the following application documents before mailing.
• "Application Confirmation Form"• "Applicant's Fill-in Form" (do not forget to fill in the necessary information)• "List of Application Confirmation Documents"• Other required documents for the individual examination type
Verify that all application documents are complete and send them from the post office via “Kan-i Kakitome.” For thoseoutside Japan, use EMS (Express Mail Service) or Registered Air Mail to ensure that the documents arrive by theapplication deadline.

Application completed.............................................................................................................................................................................................
• If you notice any mistakes in your application after paying the application fee (*before mailing), contact the Nihon
University Admissions Center (TEL: +81-3-5280-9170) and follow their instructions. Do not attempt to get a refund atconvenience store counters or anywhere else. Also, do not use correction tape or fluid to correct the "Application
Confirmation Form" and submit it with handwritten corrections. (*No changes or corrections can be made after
mailing.)

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Payment methods for the application fee
Step 1 Select the payment method for the application fee.
From the registration completion screen or application confirmation screen, move to the payment service provider's
dedicated site to select the payment method.
Payment
completes via
the Internet

credit card

convenience store

online banking

ATM (Pay-easy)

After completing thepayment according to the
instructions on the screen,please proceed to Step 4.

• Credit Card
VISA, MasterCard, JCB, AMERICAN EXPRESS, Diners Club
• Online banking
Available at major mega banks and over 1,000 banks nationwide. An online banking service contract is required to use
this service.

Step 2 Confirm your payment information
Obtain the payment information required for making payments at convenience stores and bank ATMs. The payment
information is essential for making the payment, so be sure to take notes or print it out.

• Convenience store
After selecting the convenience store name, press the payment information acquisition button.
Seven Eleven
Family Mart
Daily Yamazaki
Lawson, Mini Stop, Seicomart

payment
informationacquisition button• ATM (Pay-easy)
Follow the on-screen instructions and press the payment information acquisition button.

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Step 3. Pay the application fee using the payment method you selected.
Bring the payment information obtained in Step 2 and pay the application fee at a convenience store (cash register,
installed terminal) or bank ATM. Be sure to receive your receipt.

ATM

Convenience store
Seven Eleven

Daily Yamazaki
Yamazaki Daily
Store

LawsonMini Stop

Seicomart

Family Mart

Pay-easy ATM＊When using an ATM, please pay with a cash card if the amount exceeds 100,000 yen. If you use aconvenience store, you can pay up to 300,000 yen in cash.

Step 4. Mail the application documents to the university to complete the application.
Prepare the application documents and apply. See pages 11 to 17 for details.

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About service usage fees
* A service usage fee is required in addition to the application fee. Check at the time of registration (at your own expense).
* If you register multiple times, a service usage fee will be required for each registration.

Contact information regarding application fee payment
Nihon University Admissions Division TEL: +81-3-5275-8311

10Application Documents
Document preparation instructions• Fill out the application yourself using a black ballpoint pen (erasable pens are not allowed).
• Use block letters for text and Arabic numerals for numbers.
• If you make a mistake, draw a double line through the incorrect part and write it correctly beside it. Do not use correction
fluid or any similar product. However, do not make any corrections on the Application Confirmation Form using
correction fluid or by handwriting, etc., under any circumstances.

Application instructions• You must submit one copy of each document at the time of application.
• Applications with incomplete documents will not be accepted as a general rule. If any fraud is found in the documentsor the information provided, the qualification (application, acceptance, enrollment) will be revoked at the time of
discovery. (Inquiries may be made to the issuing authority of certificates, etc.)• Changes to the choice of program after submission of the application will not be allowed under any circumstances.
• Submitted documents will not be returned.
• Nihon University may contact you regarding the contents of your application documents, so make sure to copy all
documents before sending them and keep the copies until the announcement of examination results. If contacted,
follow the instructions promptly.

Notes on certificates• Submit the original documents. If you cannot submit the original certificates, submit a certified true copy*.
* Certified true copy: A document that has been correctly duplicated from the original and certified by a public authority
such as the issuing school (universities for graduate applicants; Japanese language schools and translationcompanies are not included), embassy, or consulate general.
(Note) When obtaining certification from the issuing school, ensure to submit documents that bear theofficial seal of the school. If the certificate spans multiple pages, this requirement applies to all pages.
• Submit certificates and documents that are either in Japanese or English. If you submit documents prepared in any
other language, attach a translation in Japanese or English and submit a translation certification by a public authority
such as an embassy or consulate general. Translation certifications by Japanese language schools or translationcompanies (limited to corporate entities) are also accepted; however, make sure to submit documents that include
the name of the person responsible for the translation and bear the official seal of the school/company, etc.
• The name and date of birth, etc., on the certificates and the application documents filled out by the applicants
themselves must match the information in the passport. If, for unavoidable reasons, the name and date of birth, etc.,
on the certificates differ from those on the passport, obtain and submit a certificate from a public authority such as anembassy certifying that they refer to the same person.
* Obtaining certification from embassies or other public institutions can take time, so proceed with ample timeto spare. Note that delays in these documents will not be accepted as a reason for extending the application deadline.

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※大使館等公的機関での証明には時間を要しますので，余裕をもって手続してください。
なお，これらの書類の遅延を理由とした出願締切の延長は，一切認めません。
※原本照合が必要な場合は，13ページ（「出願書類返送依頼書」の注意事項）を参照してください。
[Illustration for reference] Regarding the submission of graduation certificates and transcripts (herein referred to as"certificates").
〔参考〕卒業証明書及び成績証明書〈※以下証明書という〉の提出について証明書の原本をCan you submit theoriginal certificate?
提出できますか？
YES

NO

証明書の言語はIs the languageof the certificate
Japaneseor English?
日本語又は英語ですか？

証明書の言語はIs the languageof the certificate
Japaneseor English?
日本語又は英語ですか？

YES

YES

NO

⑴証明書の原本をコピーする。
⑵原本から正しく複製された(1) Copy the original certificate.
(2)ものであることを出身
Have a public institution such学
as校，大your alma
embassy,or
使mater,館，総領事館等
consulate certify that it is a correctの公的機関で証明してもら
copy of the original (have aう。
（truecertifiedtrue copyをcertifiedcopy created)
作成してもらう。
）(1) Create a Japanese or English translation⑴日本語又は英語の翻訳を作成する。
(2) Have a public institution such as an embassy⑵原本から正しく翻訳されたものである
or consulate certify that the translation is accurate
ことを大使館，総領事館等の公的機関
fromthe original. (Translation certification from
で証明してもらう。
Japaneselanguage schools,（日本語学校・翻translationcompanies,
etc., is also acceptable.)
訳会社等における翻訳証明でも可。
）

What to submit
提出するもの• Original Japanese or English●日本語又は英語の証明書
certificateの原本

NO⑴証明書の原本をコピーする。
⑵原本から正しく複製された(1) Copy the original certificate.
(2)ものであることを出身
Have a public institution such学
as校，大your alma
embassy,​or
使mater,館，総領事館等
consulate certify that it is a correctの公的機関で証明してもら
copy of the original (have aう。
（truecertifiedtrue copyをcertifiedcopy created)
作成してもらう。
）(1) Create a Japanese or English translation⑴日本語又は英語の翻訳を作成する。
(2) Have a public institution such as an embassy or⑵原本から正しく翻訳されたものである
consulate certify that the translation is accurate
ことを大使館，総領事館等の公的機関
fromthe original. (Translation certification from
で証明してもらう。
Japaneselanguage schools,（日本語学校・翻translationcompanies,
etc., is also acceptable.)
訳会社等における翻訳証明でも可。
）

提出するものWhat to submit• Original certificate in a language●日本語又は英語以外の証
other than Japanese or English
明書の原本• Japaneseor English translation●日本語又は英語の翻訳• Translation certificate issued byapublicinstitution,etc.
●公的機関等が発行した翻訳証明What to submit
提出するもの• certified true copy of Japanese or●日本語又は英語の証明書
English certificateのcertified true copy10

提出するものWhat to submit• certified true copy of non●日本語又は英語以外の証Japanese or non-English
明書のcertified true copy
certificate●日本語又は英語の翻訳• Japanese or English translation●公的機関等が発行した翻• Translation certificate issued bya public
institution, etc.
訳証明

● The following documents are required for all examinations.
Application
Notes
documents
Application• This is printed at the time of applying online. Submit the printed document as it is.
Confirmation• Do not correct the printed document with correction tape or fluid and then submit it afterForm
handwriting corrections. Absolutely refrain from doing so.
Applicant's Fill- • This is printed at the time of applying online.
in Form• If you have a name in Kanji (Chinese characters), be sure to fill in the Kanji name in thedesignated field. If there is no Kanji notation, it is not necessary to fill it in.
• Be sure to fill in the required information in the designated fields, such as educational
background, history of learning Japanese/English, etc.
• For educational background, fill in the official name of the school as it appears on certificates andother documents.
Graduation or• Graduate applicants should submit the original certificate issued by their university.
expected• Even if you have graduated from (including expected graduation) or completed a university or
graduation
graduate school in Japan, make sure to submit certificates that clearly show that you meet thecertificate
application eligibility (refer to page 5).
(original)• If a certificate cannot be issued, submit a certified true copy of the diploma.
• If the issuing school has been closed or the name has changed, submit a document proving this.
• Certificates issued via the Internet or data output (with printed official seals or signatures)will not be accepted.
• There is no issue date requirement for the certificate.
* For the purpose of verifying application eligibility, you may be asked to present your diploma.
Transcript of• Graduate applicants should submit the original certificates issued by their alma mater.
Records• Submit documents listing all grades obtained during your time at the university, with grades(original)
listed for each academic year.
* If grades for all academic years are not listed due to course enrollment or other reasons, specify
the reason on the transcript. If the reason is not specified on the transcript, submit a separate
original document from the issuing school certifying these circumstances.
In cases where there is no equivalent to a transcript of records due to the education system

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Copy ofpassport
Address Label

List of
Application
Documents

in your country• If your country's education system does not have an equivalent of a transcript of records, submit
documents (reports) issued by the originating school that include grades/evaluations for eachsemester, with academic years noted.
In the case of skipping grades or early graduation• Those who have skipped grades or graduated early should submit documents issued by theoriginating school that certify this.
Miscellaneous• If the originating school has been closed or its name has changed, submit a document proving this.
• Certificates issued via the Internet or data output (with printed official seals or signatures)are not accepted.
• There is no issue date requirement for the certificate.
* For the purpose of verifying application eligibility, you may be asked to present a certificate of grade
evaluation from unified examinations in your country.
• Submit a copy of the page that includes your photo, name, nationality, date of birth, and expiration
date, copied onto an A4 size sheet of paper.
* Check the remaining validity period of your passport.
• This is the one you printed at the time of applying online.
• If you are applying from within Japan, attach this paper to a commercially available envelope ofsize “Kaku 2” (240 mm × 332 mm) or larger and mail your application documents.
• If you are applying from outside Japan, mail your application documents via EMS (Express Mail
Service) or Registered Post by Air Mail. Enclose the “Address Label” with your application
documents.
• This is the one you printed at the time of applying online.
• Prepare the application documents according to the list and mark the checkboxes with "✓".

• The following documents are required only for those who wish to have their application documents returned.
Application
Notes
Documents
ReturnThe Form can be downloaded from our university's website.
Request Form
• For documents such as graduation certificates that are issued only once (excluding those issued
for Applicationin multiple copies) and for which you wish the original to be returned, fill in the necessary
Documents
information on the “Return Request Form for Application Documents” (including the “Address(only for those
Sheet for Return of Original Documents”).
who wish it)• Prepare your own envelope for the return, and be sure to affix stamps equivalent to the registeredmail fee on the “Address Sheet for Return of Original Documents”.
• Return to overseas addresses is not available.
* Note that the return process takes time, so if you need the documents returned urgently due tocircumstances such as applying to other universities, contact the Nihon University Admissions
Center (+81-3-5280-9170) in advance.
Submit the following document together with other application documents. This document is required by applicants whowish to enroll in the graduate schools. Before applying, you must get in touch with the graduate school in which you wish
to enroll in advance for confirmation. Unless you complete this process of confirmation, you will not be able to submit
your application via the applicant portal.
[General (all graduate schools)]
Application
Notes
documents"PreBe sure to get in touch with the graduate school in which you wish to enroll before submitting your
Application
application. When you contact the graduate school in which you wish to enroll and the information
Consultation(such as the potential supervisor and details about your research) is confirmed, the graduate schoolForm"will issue the “Pre-Application Consultation Form” and send it to you. Submit “Pre-Application(original)
Consultation Form” (original) together with other application documents. Note that it may take a while
for the graduate school to issue the “Pre-Application Consultation Form” Therefore, make sure you
leave plenty of time to complete the confirmation.
Contact details
Graduate School of Science and Technology: +81-3-3259-0578 cst.nyushi@nihon-u.ac.jp13Graduate School of Science and Technology (except for Geography Major)
Download the prescribed forms from the university's website.
Required documents
Notes[Master’s Program]• The score report of the Examination for Japanese• As reference material to check the level of Japanese, submit
University Admission for International Students
one of the following documents (1) to (3), if you have taken(EJU) or similar documents are used as reference
the exam:materials to confirm the level of Japanese, so(1) A copy of the Examination for Japanese University
submit them only if you have taken the exam.
Admission for International Students (EJU) score report or • Applicants for the doctoral program must submit acertificate (for Japanese language).
summary of their master's thesis in Japanese(2) A copy of the certificate of the results and scores of the(about 5,000 characters, handwritten isJapanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT).
acceptable) or in English (about 2,000 words, must
(3) A copy of the results from other private certification exams
be typed).
(e.g., J.Test).
[Doctor Program]• As reference material to check the level of Japanese, submit
one of the following documents (1) to (3), if you have taken
the exam:(1) A copy of the Examination for Japanese University
Admission for International Students (EJU) score report orcertificate (for Japanese language).
(2) A copy of the certificate of the results and scores of theJapanese-Language Proficiency Test (JLPT).
(3) A copy of the results from other private certification exams(e.g., J.Test).
• A summary of the master's thesis in Japanese or English.

14Application Fee
List of application fees
School-specific examination
Graduate school
Graduate school of Science and Technology

Application fee
35,000 yen

Regarding the Return of the Application Fee(1) The paid application fee will not be refunded for any reason except in the following cases:
A. If the fee was paid but the application documents were not submitted.
B. If the fee was paid and the application documents were submitted, but the application was not accepted.
(2) Method for requesting a refund:
For those eligible for a refund of the application fee, a "Refund Request Form for the Application Fee" will be posted
on "My Page" after the application deadline for the relevant examination.(*) Fill in the necessary information on the"Refund Request Form for the Application Fee" and mail it to the Nihon University Admissions Center by thesubmission deadline (must be received by the deadline) specified in the guidance document.
(*) The posting is scheduled approximately 2 weeks after the application deadline (although this may vary dependingon circumstances).
* In principle, the account for the refund must be a domestic account in Japan.
* Any fees associated with the refund of the application fee will be borne by the applicant.
(3) Submission and Contact Information:
Nihon University Admissions Center, Refund Section, 1-7-3 Kanda Surugadai, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0062
TEL: +81-3-5280-9170 FAX: +81-3-3259-7530

Application Procedures
1. Application procedures• Put all application documents into an envelope. Merely inputting information on the website does not constitute a formal
application. A formal application is considered as such only after the payment of the application fee and the receipt of
the application documents by the university.
• Use an envelope of size “Kaku 2” (240 mm × 332 mm) or larger, so that A4 papers can fit inside without being folded.
• If applying from within Japan, send the documents by “Kan-i Kakitome”. If applying from outside Japan, send the
documents via EMS (Express Mail Service) or Registered Post by Air Mail.

2. Where to send application documents• For applications from within Japan:
Address: Japan Post Co., Ltd., Kanda Post Office, PO Box 101-8792, Nihon University Admissions Center* Attach the Address Label printed at the time of online application to the envelope before mailing.
* Note that the item cannot be received via delivery services due to the use of a post office box, so be sure to send
it by “Kan-i Kakitome”.
• For applications from outside Japan:
Nihon University
Admissions Center
1-7-3, Kanda-Surugadai, Chiyoda-ku
Tokyo 101-0062, Japan* When mailing by EMS or Registered Air Mail, write "Documents for international student selection and entrance
examination" in the content description section of the label.

3. Application acceptance start date and application deadline
Applications will be accepted from Friday, July 19, 2024. Refer to the Schedule / Subjects section on page 21 for theapplication deadline.

Note
All applications must be submitted by mail only. There will be no in-person acceptance at the office.

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Examination Admission Ticket
1. Obtaining an Examination Admission Ticket• After processing the application documents, we will upload the "Examination Admission Ticket". Check from “Print
Examination Admission Ticket” under “Confirmation of Application Details” in “My Page” of the online application
イページ (https://exam.nihon-u.ac.jp/nihon-u/mypage/login) using a computer or mobile device (such as a smartphone).
• You can obtain the "Examination Admission Ticket" about two weeks after the application deadline for each exam.
イン受験票の印刷」• If you apply for multiple exams, we upload the "Examination Admission Ticket" for each one separately.
• If you cannot confirm or obtain the "Examination Admission Ticket", contact the Nihon University Admissions Center(TEL: +81-3-5280-9170).

280-9170）まで連い。忘れた場合は，
2. Bringing the Examination Admission Ticket• Be sure to bring the examination voucher (the "Examination Admission Ticket" printed on A4 size paper) with you on

末（スマートフォ
the day of the examination. If forgotten, immediately report to the examination site staff (accident staff, etc.).

• On the day of the selection, it is not permitted to present or use the "Examination Admission Ticket" from the screen ofa mobile）
device (such as a smartphone) instead of the "Examination Admission Ticket" printed on A4 size paper.
必要はありません。

3. Storing the Examination Admission Ticket
Carefully keep the "Examination Admission Ticket", either by printing it out or saving it, as it will be necessary for checking

切に保管してくだ
your admission status during the enrollment process.

4. Contents of the Examination Admission Ticket
If the information on the "Examination Admission Ticket" differs from what was entered during the online application

process, immediately contact the Nihon University Admissions Center (TEL: +81-3-5280-9170). However, note that you
日本大学入試セン
cannot change your choice of program or major.

Precautions for Taking the Examination
Regarding the examination venue and assembly time, refer to the information provided on the "Examination Admission
Ticket". Make sure to enter the designated examination venue by the specified time and take your seat.

定された試験場に
Notes• Those who are absent from the selection process will be considered as having withdrawn and will be deemed
unsuccessful.

Announcement of Examination Results

必要はありません。

We will provide the Internet-based examination results notification from the day of the announcement of results until
March 31, 2025. Check the examination results through the “Examination Results Notification” section on “My Page”(https://exam.nihon-u.ac.jp/nihon-u/mypage/login) of the online application. Note that we do not accept any enrollment
procedures after the end of the enrollment procedure period due to operational errors or misreading. We will not send
admission notifications or procedure documents by mail to the successful candidates. Refer to pages 17 and 18 for the
method of enrollment procedures.
ターネット出願の* If the passing criteria are not met, there may be instances where the number of successful candidates is less than theてください。なお，
number of students being recruited.

ージを者は，入学手続後

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Notes• We do not accept inquiries about the results of the selection process, regardless of the reason.
• Applicants who submitted a certificate of expected graduation at the time of application and fail to graduate from theirlast school by March 31, 2025, will have their admission revoked even after completing the enrollment procedures.
• If there is any false declaration in the application documents, the admission will be revoked even after the enrollment
procedures have been completed.

Enrollment Procedures
1. Enrollment procedures
Successful candidates should register their pledge and enter admission procedure information via the “Enrollment
Procedures” section on their “My Page” (https://exam.nihon-u.ac.jp/nihon-u/mypage/login) on the online application site.
They must pay the enrollment fees (refer to the “List of Fees for Enrolling Students in 2025 (Graduate School)” on page22) by the instructed deadline to complete the admission process.
Choose your payment method for the enrollment fee from bank transfer (pay at the counter), credit card, ATM (Payeasy), online banking, or convenience store (up to 300,000 yen). Note that a separate service fee will be charged upon
payment. (Verify the transaction limits with your bank or credit card company beforehand; the service fees vary by
payment method and amount).
The deadlines for enrollment procedures (the deadline for enrollment procedures, the final deadline for the second
phase of enrollment procedures) vary on the category and type of the examination. You can select the graduate school
for which you wish to complete enrollment procedures from “Enrollment Procedures” within “My Page”(https://exam.nihon-u.ac.jp/nihon-u/mypage/login) and check the “Payment Date / Payment Deadline” displayed inadmission procedure menu 4 “Payment of Fees”. Be aware that if you exceed the payment deadline, even on the deadline
for enrollment procedures or the final deadline for the second phase of enrollment procedures, you will not be able tocomplete the procedures. Additionally, if you choose bank transfer (payment at the counter) and transfer on the day ofthe deadline for enrollment procedures or the final deadline for the second phase of enrollment procedures, it isnecessary to ensure the transfer is treated as same-day processing.
Documents required to be submitted to the graduate school after completing the enrollment procedures can beobtained from the admission procedure menu and the home page of the graduate school, and must be submitted in themanner specified by the graduate school.
Enrollment procedures must be completed by the specified deadline as a rule. However, those who are applying toother universities or graduate schools of this university may pay the deferment fee (equivalent to the admission fee) andrequest a postponement of the enrollment procedures.
* For detailed information on how to proceed with admission, please refer to the “Online Enrollment Procedure
Instructions” (displayed after passing).

Notes• If you do not have a residence status in Japan, or if your residence status is “temporary visitor”, it will takeabout two months to complete the procedures for entry and residence. Therefore, complete the enrollment
procedures promptly.

2. Regarding the postponement of enrollment procedures - Two-step process(1) Enrollment application procedures (first round)Those who wish to postpone the admission procedure period should complete the first round of the two-step processduring the admission procedure period via “Enrollment Procedures” on “My Page” (https://exam.nihon-u.ac.jp/nihonu/mypage/login) on the online application site. Pay the deferment fee (equivalent to the admission fee) by the payment
deadline. Note that the deferment fee will not be refunded.

(2) Completion of enrollment procedures (second round)If you have completed the first round of the admission application procedures, carry out the second round of the twostep process via “Enrollment Procedures” on “My Page” (https://exam.nihon-u.ac.jp/nihon-u/mypage/login) on the
online application site by the final deadline for the two-step enrollment procedures listed on page 21. Pay the remaining
fees, excluding the application deposit, by the payment deadline to complete the enrollment procedures.

3. Procedures for changing the enrolled graduate school for international student selectionand entrance examination
In the following cases, it is possible to change the enrolled graduate school within Nihon University. Complete the change
procedures according to the respective methods. Note that in any case, admission to the previous graduate school will
be forfeited. Change procedures cannot be performed if different “My Page” IDs for online applications are used before
and after the change. Ensure not to register multiple “My Page” IDs for one applicant.

17(1) If, after completing the first round of the two-step procedure for international student
selection and entrance examination, you pass the selection for another graduate school at
this university and wish to change your enrollment
Within the admission procedure period of the new graduate school, conduct the change of enrollment procedures
through “Enrollment Procedures” on “My Page” (https://exam.nihon-u.ac.jp/nihon-u/mypage/login) and pay thedifference in fees, excluding the amount already paid during the first round of the two-step application procedure, tocomplete the change.

(2) If, after completing the enrollment procedures (after paying the full amount of theenrollment fees) for international student selection and entrance examination, you pass theselection for another graduate school at this university and wish to change your enrollment
Within the admission procedure period of the new graduate school, conduct the change of enrollment procedures
through “Enrollment Procedures” on “My Page” (https://exam.nihon-u.ac.jp/nihon-u/mypage/login). If there is adifference that requires additional payment, pay the necessary amount. If there is a refund due to the difference, enter
the bank account details, download the “Refund Request Form for Enrollment Fees", and mail it to the Nihon University
Admissions Center by the specified submission deadline (must arrive by the deadline). The difference will be refunded
later.
(*) As a principle, the refund account should be a domestic account in Japan. Any fees associated with the refund will be
the responsibility of the applicant.

4. Procedures for the refund of already paid fees
If you decide to decline admission to the university after completing the enrollment procedures (after paying the fullamount of the enrollment fees), complete the withdrawal procedures by 5:00 PM on Sunday, March 30, 2025 through“Enrollment Procedures” on “My Page” (https://exam.nihon-u.ac.jp/nihon-u/mypage/login) on the online application site.
Additionally, enter your bank account details and download the “Refund Request Form for Enrollment Fees” to mail to
the Nihon University Admissions Center, which must be received by the specified deadline. The enrollment fees paid,
excluding the admission fee (including various membership fees, etc.), will be refunded later.(*1) However, the admission
fee is non-refundable.
If you need to decline admission to the university after 5:00 PM on Sunday, March 30, 2025 due to unavoidable
circumstances, inform the admissions office of the respective graduate school by phone.(*2) They will guide you throughthe procedures for withdrawing from the university and refunding the enrollment fees paid, excluding the admission fee.
Note that from Tuesday, April 1, 2025, as you will be registered as a student, the university will not refund any
enrollment fees paid, including the admission fee, regardless of the circumstances (insurance refunds are subject to theterms and conditions of the policy).
(*1) In principle, the refund will be made to a domestic bank account in Japan. Any fees associated with the refund
process will be the responsibility of the applicant.
(*2) By phone, notify the admissions office of the graduate school of your intention to withdraw from the university. Confirm
the necessary details, the mailing address for the withdrawal request, and the applicant's intention to withdraw by
5:00 PM on Monday, March 31, 2025.

Notes• When withdrawing from enrollment, we may directly confirm the individual's intention.
• Once the withdrawal registration is complete or after the university has accepted the notification of withdrawal,
cancellation of the withdrawal is not permitted under any circumstances.
• If necessary documents, such as the “Refund Request Form for Enrollment Fees”, are not submitted, we cannot refund
the enrollment fees excluding the admission fee, so ensure to submit them. Be aware that it is expected to takeapproximately one and a half to two months from the acceptance of the “Refund Request Form for Enrollment Fees”
by the university until the refund is transferred to the designated account.

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Immigration Procedures / Residency
Procedures
For those who have not obtained a residence status in
Japan or are under the “temporary visitor” status (such asindividuals directly entering Nihon University from outside
Japan)
Procedures at the time of examination• For nationals from countries exempt from the “temporary visitor” visa (such as South Korea), there are no specific entry
procedures required at the time of examination.
• For nationals from countries that require a “temporary visitor” visa (such as China) for examination purposes, obtainthe visa on your own and come to Japan.

Notes• For procedures to obtain a “temporary visitor” visa, check with the nearest Japanese embassy or consulate general inyour place of residence.
• If a letter of guarantee or other documents are necessary, prepare them on your own. Nihon University does not issue
these documents.
• If you cannot take the examination because you could not obtain a visa, the application fee will not be refunded.

Post-acceptance procedures
The residence status for university students will primarily be “student”. Successful candidates should complete theenrollment procedures to receive the “Admission Permit”, finalize their residence status procedures, and arrive in Japanby the end of March. Start these procedures promptly as it usually takes about two months to complete all of the entry
procedures.

Various procedures from acceptance to arrival in Japan (may vary depending on nationality)(1) Enrollment procedures
Pay the minimum required amount at the time of admission to receive the “Admission Permit”. Declare to the accepted
graduate school that you do not have a Japanese residence status and receive instructions on the necessary
documents and submission deadlines for the Certificate of Eligibility (COE) application.
(2) Certificate of Eligibility (COE) application
Submit the required documents to your graduate school by the deadline. Since COE applications from outside Japanare not accepted, the graduate school will typically apply on your behalf at the Immigration Services Bureau.
(3) Visa application
After the graduate school receives the COE from the Immigration Services Bureau, they will send it to you. You should
then submit the COE and other necessary documents to the Japanese embassy or consulate in your home country
and apply for a visa. For required documents for the visa application, inquire at the Japanese embassy or consulate
in your country.
(4) Arrival in Japan
After obtaining your visa, you should arrive in Japan by the end of March at the latest.

Documents required for the Certificate of Eligibility application (for the “student” residence status
as of May 2024)(1) Certificate of Eligibility (COE) Application Form. For the applicant to fill out (pages 1, 2, and 3 for “Student”) andfor the institution to complete (pages 1 and 2 for “Student”).
(2) One photograph of the applicant (4 cm tall x 3 cm wide, with the applicant's name written on the back, to be
attached to the application form).
(Notes)1 Additional documents might be required.
2 These documents are subject to change by the Immigration Services Agency. Contact the Immigration Services
Bureau for the most up-to-date information.

Notes• Prepare your passport in advance.
• If you have a history of entering Japan and your previous residence status was “trainee”, there may be cases where
the “student” residence status is not granted based on those conditions. Make sure to consult with the Immigration
Services Bureau before applying.
• The “Admission Permit”, required for residence procedures, is issued after the completion of the minimum required
payment during the enrollment procedures set by the graduate school. The “Acceptance Letter” cannot be used for
applying for, changing, or renewing a residence status.
• Even if you pass the selection or entrance examination, there may be cases where your residence is not granted due
to past residence status or other factors.
• The above are general examples. If you have any uncertainties regarding the procedures, contact the graduate school
where you have been accepted.
• For the most current information on each procedure, contact the Immigration Services Bureau or other relevant
institutions.

If you already possess a valid Japanese residence status
other than "temporary visitor"
the residence status will primarily be “student” during university enrollment. Successful candidates should complete theenrollment procedures, receive their “Admission Permit”, and then promptly apply for a change of residence status or an
extension of their residence period at the nearest Immigration Services Bureau. If your current residence status expires
before enrollment, ensure to complete these procedures and applications before the residence period ends.

When changing from another residence status (excluding “temporary visitor”) to “student”
Documents required for the application for change of residence status permission (as of May 2024)(1) Application for Permission for a Change of Status of Residence (pages 1, 2, and 3 for “student” to be filled out by
the applicant, and pages 1 and 2 for “student” to be completed by the affiliated institution)(2) One photograph of the applicant (4 cm tall x 3 cm wide, with the applicant's name written on the back, to be
attached to the application form)(3) A copy of the Admission Permit(4) Passport and residence card (presentation only)(5) Fee (4,000 yen, to be paid in revenue stamps upon approval)(Note)
1. Additional documents might be required.
2. These documents are subject to change by the Immigration Services Agency. Contact the nearest Immigration
Services Bureau for the most up-to-date information.

If you already possess the “student” residence status and are applying for an extension of yourresidence period
Documents required for the residence period renewal application (as of May 2024)(1) Application for Extension of Period of Stay (pages 1, 2, and 3 for “Student” to be filled out by the applicant, andpages 1 and 2 for “Student” to be completed by the affiliated institution)(2) One photograph of the applicant (4 cm tall x 3 cm wide, with the applicant's name written on the back, to be
attached to the application form)(3) A copy of the Admission Permit(4) Academic transcript (from the educational institution in Japan where the applicant was enrolled before entering
the current graduate school)(5) Passport and residence card (presentation only)(6) Fee (4,000 yen, to be paid in revenue stamps upon approval)(Note)
1. You can apply for the renewal starting three months before the expiration of your current residence period.
2. Additional documents might be required.
3. The Immigration Services Agency may change these documents. For the most up-to-date information, contact thenearest Immigration Services Bureau.
4. If you were enrolled in a university, Japanese language institution, or specialized training college in Japan before
entering the current graduate school, you might be required to submit a certificate of attendance from the educational
institution where you were enrolled during the renewal procedure.

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Notes• Prepare your passport in advance.
• If the application for a change of residence status or renewal of the residence period is not completed by the expiration
date, staying in Japan thereafter is not permitted. Note that obtaining a new residence status in Japan may take about
two months.
• If you are currently in Japan under the “trainee” residence status, changing to the “student” status may be extremely
difficult due to the nature of the “trainee” status. Even if accepted to Nihon University, there may be cases where you
cannot continue to stay in Japan. Be sure to consult the nearest Immigration Services Bureau before applying.
• The “Admission Permit”, necessary for the procedures, is issued after the minimum required amount for enrollment
procedures has been paid at the graduate school. The “Acceptance Letter” cannot be used to apply for, change, or
renew residence status.
• Even if you pass the selection or entrance examination, there may be cases where residence is not granted based on
past residence conditions or other reasons.
• If you have remaining residence period under the “student” status after enrollment but your affiliated institution (school,etc.) changes, you must submit a “Notification of the Accepting Organization” to the Immigration Services Bureau within
14 days after the change.
• The above are general guidelines. If you have any uncertainties about the procedures, contact the nearest Immigration
Services Bureau or the graduate school where you have been accepted.
• For the most current information on each procedure, contact the Immigration Services Bureau.

Schedule / Subjects
Selection details, application requirements, notes, etc., are listed on the pages for each graduate school (pages 24 and25). Be sure to check before applying. Application will be accepted from Friday, July 19, 2024.

Graduate School of Science and Technology (except for Geography Major)
Major

Examination type
Application deadline (must be arrived by mail)Selection date
Results announcement date
Admission procedure deadline
Two-stage final admission procedure deadline
the Examination for Japanese University Admission
for International Students (EJU)
Selection method for Master's program

Selection method for Doctoral program

Civil Engineering
Transportation Systems Engineering
Architecture
Oceanic Architecture and Engineering
Town Planning and Design
Mechanical Engineering
Precision Machinery Engineering
Aerospace Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Electronic Engineering
Computer Science
Materials and Applied Chemistry
Physics
Mathematics
Quantum Science and Technology
School-specific examination
Friday, October 25, 2024
Sunday, December 15, 2024
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
Thursday, January 9, 2025
Tuesday, March 25, 2025
Not applicable(1) Written exam (specialized subjects) 120 minutes*Some majors allow the use of calculators. See page 24
for details.
(2) Oral examination (interview and quiz)
Oral exam (interview and quiz)21

List of Fees for Enrolling Graduate SchoolStudents in 2025
Item

Admissionfee (A)

Tuition fee(B)Facility andequipmentfee (C)

Laboratory
and trainingfee (D)

Amount for
the first
year (E)200,000②750,000②300,000②40,000

1,290,000

Minimum
amount due
at the timeofenrollment
procedures(F)
745,000②80,000

1,330,000

765,000②40,000

1,170,000

685,000②80,000

1,210,000

705,000

Graduate
SchoolScienceandTechnology(except for
Geography
Major)

Master's
programMathematics
Major
Master’s
program othermajorsDoctoralprogramMathematics
Major
Doctoralprogram othermajors②630,000

E=A+B+C+D
F = A + B/2 + C/2 + D/2(Notes)1. The amounts shown in the table are in Japanese yen. The admission fee is paid only in the first year. The number
inside the circle indicates the number of installment payments.
2. An annual fee of 10,000 yen is required for the Alumni Association (associate member) of Nihon University. A further
annual fee of 10,000 yen is required for the Alumni Association (official member) of Nihon University in the final year.
3. Students may be required to pay annual fees ranging from 10,000 yen to 40,000 yen for the Supporters’ Associationor other support organizations depending on the Graduate School (fiscal 2024). See the guidance page of the online
application site for details.
4. In an effort to establish a base for education, researches, and medical treatment activities, the university may request
your cooperation in a fund-raising campaign program after you enroll, although this is not mandatory.

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Scholarships for International Students
Tuition Fee Reduction / Exemption forPrivately Financed International Students
About the scholarship system for international students
Nihon University has established its own scholarship system for outstanding international students. The university alsooffers scholarship opportunities from private organizations. The recruitment and selection for these scholarships are
conducted after enrollment. For detailed information on how to apply, contact the student affairs or academic support
section of each graduate school.

List of Nihon University's unique scholarships (benefiting only international students).
Type

Details

Benefits (2024)

Nihon University 100th
Anniversary
Scholarshipfor International Students

This scholarship is awarded to international Graduate school:
students
withexcellent
academic equivalent to half
performance and character who are enrolled of one year's
in graduate school, undergraduate, or junior tuition fee
college departments. (Does not apply togovernment-funded international students
and foreign government-sponsored students)
College of Science and Students of the Graduate School of Science 500,000 yen
Technology
Scholarship and Technology (excluding those majoring in(Type 2)
Geography). This scholarship is provided tointernational students who have excellent
academic performance and personal
characteristics and who have difficulty paying
their tuition fees.
*Note that the content, amount of aid, and number of recipients are subject to change.

Number ofrecipients in 2023
Graduate school:
12 people

Graduate school:
5 people

Regarding the tuition fee exemption system for privately
financed international students:
Nihon University implements a tuition fee exemption system for privately financed international students who
demonstrate excellent academic performance but face financial difficulties in paying their tuition fees.
Under this system, those who are recognized as eligible for the tuition fee exemption will receive a reduction equivalent
to 20% of the tuition fees. Students wishing to apply for this exemption must do so after enrollment at the student affairs
or academic support section of their graduate school. For more details, contact the student affairs or academic support
section of the respective graduate school.

Notes(1) Be aware that the system may be reviewed and is subject to change.
(2) Only privately financed international students who have the “student” residence status and meet conditions set by theuniversity and the respective graduate school can apply for this tuition fee exemption system.
(3) Even if eligible, students might not be granted an exemption due to poor academic performance or other reasons, as
the exemption is determined after a designated review process based on the university's regulations.
(4) The exemption applies only to tuition fees. Other costs (such as the admission fee, facility and equipment fee,laboratory and training fee, etc.) are not included for exemption.

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Additional Information regarding the
Graduate School of Science and Technology(Notes)• If you are applying to the Graduate School of Science and Technology, contact the major you wish to apply to before
sending your application documents to confirm the desired conditions, research content, etc., in advance.

1. Recruitment majors
Master’s Program and Doctoral Programs
Civil Engineering / Transportation Systems Engineering / Architecture / Oceanic Architecture and Engineering / Town
Planning and Design / Mechanical Engineering / Precision Machinery Engineering / Aerospace Engineering / ElectricalEngineering / Electronic Engineering / Computer Science / Materials and Applied Chemistry / Physics / Mathematics /Quantum Science and Technology*Applicants to the Geography Major, refer to https://www.nihon-u.ac.jp/en/admissions/matriculated/.

2. Examination type, application fee, and schedule
Master’s program / Doctoral program
Examination type
Application fee
Application deadline
Selection date
Date of the announcement of examination results
Admission procedure deadline

School-specific examination
35,000 yen
Friday, October 25, 2024
Sunday, December 15, 2024
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
Thursday, January 9, 2025

3. Selection details
Master’s program
Examination site

Surugadai Campus, College of Science and Technology,
Nihon University
Selection method(1) Written exams (specialized subjects) 120 minutes(2) Oral exams (interview and quiz)*For the written exams (specialized subjects) for the majors of Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Precision
Machinery Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electronic Engineering, and Materials and Applied Chemistry, the useof calculators is allowed. However, devices with programming or communication functions (including mobile phones andsmart watches) are prohibited.

Doctoral program
Examination site
Selection method

Surugadai Campus, College of Science and Technology,
Nihon University
Oral examination (interview and quiz)Campus designations / Access information and Location maps
• Campus designations (Graduate School of Science and Technology)
Civil Engineering / Architecture / Town Planning and
Design / Mechanical Engineering / Electrical Engineering/ Materials and Applied Chemistry / Physics /Mathematics / Quantum Science and Technology
Transportation Systems Engineering / Oceanic
Architecture and Engineering / Precision Machinery
Engineering / Aerospace Engineering /Electronic Engineering / Computer Science

Surugadai Campus, College of Science and Technology,
Nihon University
Funabashi Campus, College of Science and Technology,
Nihon University

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交通システム工学科／海洋建築工学科／
精密機械工学科／航空宇宙工学科／
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土木工学専攻／交通システム工学専攻／建築学専攻／海洋建築
電子工学科／応用情報工学科
工学専攻／まちづくり工学専攻／機械工学専攻／精密機械工学
日本大学理工学部駿河台校舎
Graduate
School of Scienceand Technology (Surugadai Campus)
1-8-14 Kanda
Surugadai, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-8308
専攻／航空宇宙工学専攻／電気工学専攻／電子工学専攻／情報
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https://www.cst.nihon-u.ac.jp/
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Graduate School of Science and Technology (Funabashi Campus)

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7-24-1 Narashinodai, Funabashi City, Chiba 274-8501+81-47-469-6249 (Information Center)
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Campus Locations

Niigata
Fukushima❺

Tochigigunma
NaganoSaitamaTokyo
Yamanashi

Kanagawa❼

Shizuoka❶ Tokyo
Graduate School of Science and Technology, Surugadai Campus
1-8-14 Kanda Surugadai, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-8308
TEL +81-3-3259-0578 FAX +81-3-3259-0446❹ Funabashi-shi
Graduate School of Science and Technology, Funabashi Campus
7-24-1 Narashinodai, Funabashi-shi, Chiba 274-8501
TEL +81-47-469-6249 FAX +81-47-469-1616

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Ibaraki
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Chiba

NotesInformation related to the selection and entrance exams for international students (frequently asked questions,educational consultation meetings, availability of past exam questions, results of the previous year's entrance exams,
graduate school admission eligibility screening, etc.) is regularly updated on the Nihon University website.
Nihon University Website (Information on International Student Selection)

Inquiries
Nihon University
Admissions Division
4-8-24, Kudan-Minami, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-8275, Japan
Phone: +81-3-5275-8311
Fax: +81-3-5275-8324
e-mail: int.adm@nihon-u.ac.jp _https://www.nihon-u.ac.jp/admission_info/application/international/

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