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pplication Guidelines for
Undergraduate Admissions
For September ���� International Enrollment
Faculty of Engineering
Department of Mechanical and Electrical Systems Engineering
Faculty of Bioenvironmental Sciences
Department of Environmental and Bioresource Sciences
Department of Applied Biological Sciences
Faculty of Economics and Business Administration
Department of Business Administration

Contact Information

International Admissions Oﬃce (Kyoto Uzumasa Campus)
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Closed on Saturday, Sunday and national holidays

Table of Contents❖

Application Timelines ......................................................1❖

Application Eligibility ......................................................1❖

Apply Online.....................................................................4❖

Application Fee ................................................................4❖

Required Documents.......................................................5❖

Online Interview .............................................................10❖

Scholarships ..................................................................10❖

Enrollment Procedures..................................................11❖

Student Accommodations.............................................15❖

Student Visa ...................................................................15❖

Privacy Policy.................................................................15❖

Admissions Policy.........................................................16

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❖ Application Timelines
Enrollment: September 2025
Entry

Application Period

Interviews(for applicants who are asked)

Results

Acceptance
Deadline

Early Entry

October 1, 2024 October 25, 2024

Mid Nov to late Nov, 2024

December 25,
2024

January 17,
2025

Regular Entry

December 2, 2024 January 10, 2025

Late Jan to mid Feb, 2025

March 19,2025

April 4,2025

Final Entry

February 3, 2025 March 7, 2025

Mid Mar to early Apr, 2025

April 25,2025

May 9,
2025

The International Admissions Of ce is closed from December 27, 2024 until January 5, 2025.

‣ Applicants can only apply for one of the three application periods indicated above; however, they can apply for up to two desired
faculties.

‣ All dates are stated in Japan Standard Time.
❖ Application Eligibility
Applicants MUST fulfill all of the following requirements outlined in sections a) and b):a) Academic Requirements
1) Applicants must satisfy at least one of the following criteria by the time of their enrollment to KUAS:‣

Completed a 12-year standard school education.

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Obtained an International Baccalaureate Diploma, Abitur, Baccalaureate Diploma, or GCE A level.

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Completed a 12-year education at an institution accredited by the WASC, ACSI, CIS, or NEASC.

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Completed an 11-year educational program at an overseas school recognized by MEXT.

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Completed an education at an overseas Japanese high school recognized by MEXT.

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Completed a program at a school for international students in Japan recognized as equivalent to an overseas highschool by MEXT.*¹‣

Be at least 18 years of age and passed a high school equivalency exam.*¹‣

Completed an advanced course of study at a specialized training college designated by MEXT.

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Be at least 18 years old and recognized through individual eligibility screening for admission to KUAS.*²

The above criteria are established based on the academic requirements stipulated by Japanese education laws.
*¹ Applicants from a country where the standard education curriculum is less than 12 years are required to complete a university
preparatory course designated by MEXT before enrollment.
*² Request an individual eligibility screening at least two weeks before the opening of the entry period for which you intend to apply.
Requests cannot be accepted after an Entry Period begins.
1. Contact the International Admissions Of ce at admission@kuas.ac.jp.
2. Applicants will be provided with details about what documents and information they need to submit for individual eligibility
screening, such as graduation certi cates, academic transcripts, syllabuses, etc.
3. The documents and information must be submitted within two weeks of receiving instructions from the International
Admissions Of ce.
4. Individual eligibility screening results will be released on a rolling basis.

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2) Applicants must have a comprehensive understanding of a majority of the following elds for their desired facultyequivalent to a high-school level. Please contact the International Admissions Of ce if you can certify that you havea high school-level understanding of these subjects, even if you have not taken them at school.

Faculty of Engineering
Applicants must have a comprehensive understanding of the majority of the mathematics and physics elds listed
below.
Mathematics

Algebra, Geometry, Pre-calculus, Statistics

Physics

Force and Motion, Waves, Electricity and Magnetism, Atoms

Faculty of Bioenvironmental Sciences
Applicants must have a comprehensive understanding of the majority of the biology or chemistry elds listed below.
Those applying to the Department of Applied Biological Sciences are recommended to have an understanding of the
majority of the chemistry topics listed below.

Biology

Cells and Metabolism, Genes, Reproduction and Development,
Physiology of Animals and Plants, Evolution and Phylogeny,
Ecology and Environment

Chemistry

Atoms/Molecules/Ions, States of Matter, Chemical Reactions, Organic Chemistry

Faculty of Economics and Business Administration
Applicants must have a comprehensive understanding of the majority of the mathematics elds listed below.
Mathematics

Algebra, Geometry, Pre-calculus, Statistics‣ All documents required to provide proof of the above-mentioned competencies must be submitted before enrolling at KUAS.
b) English Language Requirements
Applicants must meet the minimum scores stated in the table below. Applicants should be aware that the Faculties do
not offer an English as a Second Language (ESL) program.
KUAS accepts the following English pro ciency test scores. English test score reports must be sent to KUAS directlyby the testing institution.
Test

Minimum Score

Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) *Internet-based (iBT): 75

TOEFL iBT Home Edition
International English Language Testing System (IELTS)

Academic overall band score: 5.5

Pearson Test of English (PTE)

Academic: 50

Duolingo English Test

Total: 105*KUAS accepts MyBest™.

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English Language Requirement Exemptionsa) Applicants who may qualify for an exemption from the English language requirements:• Applicants who have spent the last three years of their formal education studying in English in the following
countries. (A total of three years of English education must be completed by the time the applicant enrolls at
KUAS).
U.S., Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Ireland, the United Kingdom (England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales),or Canada (excluding Quebec)• Applicants who have obtained an International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma in English by the time of theirenrollment in KUAS.
b) Applicants who may apply for a waiver of the English language requirements:• Applicants who completed the last three years of their formal education in English in a country other than theabove-mentioned countries. (A total of three years of English education must be completed by the time theapplicant enrolls at KUAS).

‣ Applicants who do not fall under any of the above descriptions must submit English language test scores.
Applying for an English Waiver
Applicants who wish to apply for an English pro ciency waiver must upload an English ability evaluation letter from ateacher to their application. This teacher must have taught the applicant as part of their formal education within thelast three years.
The evaluation letter must include:
1. An appraisal of the applicant’s English language skills
2. What language the applicant’s school curriculum was taught in and for how long
3. The teacher’s signature
4. The letterhead of the applicant’s school, if available
If the student has been enrolled in multiple schools, a letter from each school must be submitted to prove thatthe student has spent at least the last three years studying in English.
NOTE:
Applicants may be asked to take an interview in which a panel will verify their English language abilities. If theirEnglish pro ciency is judged to be insuf cient, they may be disquali ed from receiving an exemption or a waiver.

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❖Apply Online
All applicants must apply through our online application system called The Admissions Of ce (TAO). Go to the“Admission & Aid” page on our website and click the “Apply” button in the “Undergraduate” section to submit yourapplication.
NOTE:
1) All required documents, as well as payment of the application fee, must be received by the application deadline.
No application will be accepted under any circumstances if procedures or documents remain incomplete or if
errors remain uncorrected at the deadline.
2) Check your email and your TAO messages regularly, as all noti cations will be sent to you electronically. (Ensurethat noti cations from TAO are not being marked as junk mail).
3) Falsifying any information in applications or related documents may result in rejection/dismissal from KUAS.
Applying for Multiple Faculties•

Applicants can only apply for up to two desired faculties.

•

If applicants wish to apply for two faculties, they must make and complete separate applications for each faculty(separate application fee will apply).

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If an applicant applies to more than two faculties, only two applications among them will be considered. KUAS will
decide which applications will be considered without prior notice.

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Scholarship applications can be made only in the application for the rst-choice faculties.

❖ Application Fee
The application fee is 5,000 JPY (non-refundable) per faculty.

‣ International Payments
The application fee is payable with a credit/debit card or other international payment options available throughFlywire. Please complete the payment by selecting Flywire. In some countries, some international payment options,
including credit/debit cards, are not available. Please select one of the payment methods available in your region
according to the options displayed on Flywire.
If you are from China or Vietnam, an invoice issued by KUAS will be required if you choose to pay using aninternational bank wire. Contact us for the issuance of an invoice.

‣ Domestic Payments
The application fee should be paid through the SB Payment Service by credit card. Please complete the payment byselecting the SB Payment Service. Domestic payments cannot be made through Flywire.

NOTE:1) The application fee will not be waived or refunded under any circumstances.
2) The Application fee payment must be processed and completed by 23:59 Japan Standard Time on theapplication closing date. Please ensure that you make your payment well in advance to allow for suf cient
processing time. Especially in cases of bank transfer, payments take several days to process.
3) All charges involved in payment transactions (bank transfer fees, bank commissions, remittance fees, etc.) mustbe paid by the applicant.

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❖ Required Documents
All applicants MUST submit the following documents. If any documents are not in English,
a certi ed English translation is required.
Photograph

Upload through TAO. Photo must be taken within the last three months, showing a

File type: JPEG (JPG)
Passport copy
File type: PDF/JPEG (JPG)

front view above the chest against a plain background. No caps or hats.
Upload the photo ID page to TAO for identi cation purposes. The scanned copy must
be clearly readable and in color. Applicants who do not have a valid passport should
submit a copy of another form of government-issued photo ID. Applicants with neitherof these forms of ID are still eligible to apply.

Residence card copy
File type: PDF/JPEG (JPG)
Evidence of English
language pro ciency(Only for applicants who have a Japanese residential status)
Upload a copy of your valid residence card to TAO. The scanned copy must be incolor and include both sides of the card.
Submit a valid score* from one of KUAS’ accepted English pro ciency tests or apply
for an exemption or waiver. Please refer to Page 2 and 3 for details.
• TOEFL iBT, PTE, and Duolingo English Test
Contact the testing agency and request that your scores be sent directly to KUAS (orregister on the testing agency’s website or perform the appropriate online registration
if required). You cannot upload the results of these tests to TAO nor email them to
KUAS.
- For TOEFL iBT, KUAS’ institution code is C468.
Test results may take an extended period of time to arrive at KUAS, so please send
them well in advance. Therefore, we highly recommend that you take these tests wellin advance.
• IELTS
Upload a PDF scan of your score (TRF) to TAO.
* Test scores must be no more than two years old on their day of arrival at KUAS forthem to be considered valid.

Application essay(300 words minimum, 350 words maximum*)File type: PDF

Write one short essay in English that includes the following three topics:
1. Why do you want to study at KUAS, and what do you want to learn while you are
there?
2. What makes you quali ed to study at KUAS?
3. How do you want to use what you will learn at KUAS in the future?
There are no speci c requirements for the essay’s formatting, spacing, etc.
* Essays that go over the maximum word count will not be scored.

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Essay for Faculty of
Bioenvironmental
Sciences

Applicants to the Faculty of Bioenvironmental Sciences must submit this essayin addition to the application essay.
(200 words minimum, 250 words maximum*)File type: PDF
Please watch the videos located in the “Required Documents” section (see 3. Essay
for Faculty of Bioenvironmental Sciences) of our “How to Apply” page, which can beaccessed from the “Admission & Aid” page. There are three videos: one introducing
the Faculty of Bioenvironmental Sciences, and two introducing each of thedepartments within the Faculty.
After watching the videos, please choose one of the ve research elds from thedepartment of your choice and write an essay detailing your interest and knowledgeof the eld. You must use at least two of the keywords that appear at the end of thesection of your selected research eld.
There are no speci c requirements for the essay’s formatting, spacing, etc.
* Essays that go over the maximum word count will not be scored.
Of cial academictranscript(s) for the last
two years

Upload your academic transcripts for your two most recently completed years of highschool, or if you have already graduated from high school, your complete high schooltranscripts.

File type: PDF
University students and graduates: in addition to the above, submit all of youruniversity transcripts up to the most recently completed semester, or all transcripts, if
you have graduated university.
Transcripts must include all courses, credits, grades, and term information
along with details about your school's grade scale, including weighted grading
information, if applicable.
(e.g. Percentage: max=100, pass=50; GPA: max=5.0, pass=2.0)
All successful applicants will be required to submit their complete high schooltranscripts before they enroll in KUAS.
Certi cates of (expected)
graduation

The KUAS Standardized Certi cate of (Expected) Graduation Form is available on

File type: PDF

it as a template to create your Certi cate of (Expected) Graduation.

our website. Please download this form and request for your school/institution to use

All successful applicants will be required to submit their certi cate of graduation
before they enroll in KUAS.
If you have not undergone any education for ve or more years, and it is dif cult foryour high school to use the form, you may submit your high school diploma.

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One letter ofrecommendation

This letter should be from a teacher at your most recent school.* The recommender

File type: PDF

recommendation letter must be sent to your recommender via TAO. The

must upload the letter to TAO by the application due date. To do this, a request for a
recommendation letter must be typed in English, signed by the recommender, andinclude the recommender's school letterhead if available. KUAS may contact therecommender for more details.
When asking for a letter, please be considerate and ensure that you ask well inadvance so that they have time to draft and upload your letter before the deadline.
Be aware that it is your responsibility as the applicant to ensure that yourteacher submits their recommendation letter via TAO before the deadline. No
exceptions can be made.
* If you have not undergone any education for ve or more years, and it is dif cult toobtain a letter of recommendation, please consult the International Admissions Of ce.

Standardized Test
Results

Submit one of the following of cial test result certi cations / transcripts/ predictedscores listed on Page 8 and 9.

File type: PDF

Generally, you need to demonstrate your level of understanding of the required(MANDATORY)
Faculty of Engineering

subjects for your desired faculty(ies) through your test results. For those applying to
the Faculty of Engineering, if you have dif culty doing so through your standardized
test results, please consult the International Admissions Of ce.

(OPTIONAL)
Faculty of
Bioenvironmental
Sciences

Test score validity period*1: 5 years*2

Faculty of Economics
and Business
Administration*1 SAT, ACT, EJU, AP, GED validity period: 3 years*2 If your standardized test results are no longer valid, you will need to provide a new
standardized test score by taking the SAT, ACT, EJU, etc. However, applicants who
are graduates of or current students at university-level STEM programs need not
submit any additional test scores, even if their original scores have expired.
For SAT or ACT examinations, have your score sent directly to KUAS.
Please refer to a list of the KUAS accepted standardized tests next page for thedetails before applying.

NOTE:

1) If the name of the test in your country or region is not listed, select “other” and indicate the name of the test
in your TAO application, and contact the International Admissions Of ce in advance.
2) Due to testing schedules, late submissions of standardized tests which are part of your high school
curriculum may be accepted. However, late submissions of other types of standardized tests (SAT, ACT,EJU, AP, GED etc.) cannot be accepted.
3) If you have taken more than two different tests, it is highly recommended that you submit both results.
4) For Faculty of Engineering applicants: If there is no equivalent standardized test or educational system in
the region where you live, indicate so in your TAO application. Applicants will not be penalized for not
submitting test results if there is a valid reason. See our FAQ for details.

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University entrance exams and other standardized tests:
Worldwide Tests
AbiturAmerican College
Testing (ACT)

Advanced Placement(AP)•

Have your score sent directly to KUAS. KUAS’ institution code is 4647.
Superscores also accepted.

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Faculty of Engineering: “Math and Computer Science” “Sciences” category tests(except for AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Environmental Science, and AP
Psychology)
Faculty of Bioenvironmental Sciences: AP Biology, AP Chemistry, and AP
Environmental Science
Faculty of Economics and Business Administration: AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus
BC, AP Pre-Calculus, AP Statistics••✴

AP course credits cannot be transferred to KUAS

Examination forJapanese University
Admission forInternational Students(EJU)
GCE A level and otherinternational A level•

Predicted scores also accepted. Please submit your certi cate if you havecompeted the program.

International
Baccalaureate (IB)•Both IB Diplomas and IB Certi cates accepted. Predicted scores also accepted.
Please submit your certi cate if you have competed the program.

SAT Reasoning Test•

Have your score sent directly to KUAS. KUAS’ institution code is 7767.

Australia•

Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR)

Brazil•Exame Nacional do Ensino Médio (Enem)

Cambodia•

Cambodian Baccalaureate Examination

Canada•Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)

China

•

GaokaoHong Kong•

Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE)

India

•
•
•

All India Senior School Certi cate Examination (AISSCE) (CBSE)
Indian School Certi cate (ISC) (CISCE)
Senior Secondary Examination (NIOS)

General Education
Development (GED)
Higher Secondary
School Certi cate (HSC/
HSSC)

School Leaving
Certi cate Examination
National Curriculum Tests

Predicted scores also accepted.
Indonesia•

Seleksi Bersama Masuk Perguruan Tinggi Negeri (SBMPTN-UTBK)Ireland•

Irish Leaving Certi cate (ILC)

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Uni ed National Test (UNT)

Korea

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Baccalaureate College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT)

Malaysia••

Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM)
Uni ed Examination Certi cate (UEC)

Mexico•Examen Nacional de Ingreso a la Educación Superior (EXANI-II)

Mongolia•

Elseltiin Yerunhii Shalgalt of Mongolia (YESH)

Myanmar•Matriculation Examination

Philippines•

National Achievement Test (NAT)Singapore•

Singapore-Cambridge GCE A level

Sri Lanka•

Sri Lankan GCE A levelTaiwan••Advanced Subjects Test (AST)
General Scholastic Ability Test (GSAT)

Thailand••Ordinary National Educational Test (O-NET)
TGAT/TPAT (formerly known as PAT/GAT)

Uzbekistan•

Yakuniy Davlat Imtihoni

Vietnam•National High School Examination

West Africa•

West African Senior School Certi cate Examination (WASSCE)‣ Submitted “standardized tests results” must be equivalent to the graduation test taken in the nal year of the applicant’s

secondary school education (i.e,, Grade12/Year13 graduation test). Tests taken in Grade 10/Year11, O-Level and IGCSE are
not considered “standardized tests” for the purpose of applying to KUAS.

Documents must be sent to KUAS by physical mail if requested to do so. These documents must not be copies. If
you are not able to send the authentic document, contact the International Admissions Of ce.
If you need any assistance in preparing or submitting your application, contact us at admission@kuas.ac.jp or one of
our appointed representatives or agents in your region.

Information Regarding Financial Status
On TAO, please submit the name of the person who will be the source of your nancial support while at KUAS andyour relationship with them. Additionally, you must state their income and bank account balance to demonstrate theirnancial capacity to support your studies at KUAS.
You will be asked to submit the necessary documents to certify their nancial capacity during your admission
procedures.

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Kazakhstan❖ Online Interview
We may ask you to take an online interview so that we may con rm the contents of your application. All interviews will
be conducted online.
If we wish to interview you, we will send you an online interview invitation with detailed information, including aninterview schedule, and conduct the interviews according to the dates in the table below.
Early Entry

Regular Entry

Final Entry

Interview Request

By November 22, 2024

By February 14, 2025

By March 28, 2025

Interview

NovemberJanuary - February

March - April

The exact date and time of your interview will be determined by KUAS. Please check your email/TAO accountregularly for these noti cations.
Please keep in mind that, regardless of whether you are asked to take an interview or not, it will not affect yourchances of being accepted.

Screening Methods
The screening of applications will be conducted based on the documents submitted. In cases where more informationis required, the applicant may be asked to take an interview. Each application will be reviewed fairly and with due careby our faculty members.

Announcement of Results
Admission and scholarship results will be announced through TAO on the designated result announcement days.
KUAS cannot answer any inquiries regarding results.

❖ Scholarships
Scholarships are provided to a limited number of outstanding students based on a comprehensive evaluation.
KUAS offers the Super KUAS-E Scholarship (100% tuition and admission fee waiver* + stipend) and the KUAS-E
Scholarships (100% or 50% tuition and admission fee waivers*). Scholarship recipients are expected to maintain highacademic performance, and those who do not perform to the university’s academic and social standards will havetheir scholarships revoked.
Applicants who wish to apply for a scholarship must indicate their intent on the "Scholarship” section of their TAO
application. Scholarship applicants will be evaluated based on their submitted documents. Please note that KUAS
cannot divulge any information regarding the speci c selection criteria for its scholarships.
KUAS cannot provide assistance with applications for external (non-KUAS) scholarships during the application
process or prior to enrollment. Information and assistance regarding external scholarships will be provided tosuccessful applicants after enrollment (also available on our website).
* Recipients of the Super KUAS-E Scholarship and 100% KUAS-E scholarship will be subject to the payment of anenrollment deposit. The deposit will be refunded to enrolled students after the start of their rst semester.

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❖ Enrollment Procedures
Admitted applicants must pay the required admission procedure fees and submit all the requested documents by theirdeadlines. Please be aware that non-payment or incomplete submission of documents will result in cancellation ofadmission. If there are any changes to your personal information, please contact the International Admissions Of ce
immediately.

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Step 4

Step 5ResultAnnouncement

Admission
Procedure

Admission Approval

ObtainingStudent Visa

Admission to KUAS

Admission
ProcedureFirst Payment
Deadline

Second Payment
Deadline

Early Entry

January 17, 2025

February 14, 2025

Regular Entry

April 4, 2025

April 25, 2025

Final Entry

May 9, 2025

Document Submission
Deadline
May 9, 2025
May 30, 2025

Admission Procedure Fees
To enroll, you must pay the admission fee, partial tuition fee, facility fee, laboratory fee, and association fees, by the
speci ed deadlines. Invoices for the admission procedure fees will be sent along with your result noti cation. If you failto pay the required fees by their respective deadlines, you may not be allowed to enroll.

Faculty of Engineering
Tuition Reduction (percentage)
Scholarship

0%

50%*2

100%*2First Payment

admission fee*1

260,000 JPY

130,000 JPY

0 JPY

670,000 JPY

335,000 JPY

0 JPY

Second Payment

partial tuition, facility andlaboratory fee
association fees

49,500 JPY

49,500 JPY

49,500 JPY

979,500 JPY

514,500 JPY

49,500 JPY

Total fees due before enrollment

Faculty of Bioenvironmental Sciences
Tuition Reduction (percentage)
Scholarship

0%

50%*2

100%*2First Payment

admission fee*1

260,000 JPY

130,000 JPY

0 JPY

630,000 JPY

315,000 JPY

0 JPY

Second Payment

partial tuition, facility andlaboratory fee
association fees

49,500 JPY

49,500 JPY

49,500 JPY

939,500 JPY

494,500 JPY

49,500 JPY

Total fees due before enrollment

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Faculty of Economics and Business Administration
Tuition Reduction (percentage)
ScholarshipFirst Payment

0%

50%*2

100%*2

admission fee*1

260,000 JPY

130,000 JPY

0 JPY

partial tuition and facility fee

442,000 JPY

221,000 JPY

0 JPY

association fees

51,500 JPY

51,500 JPY

51,500 JPY

753,500 JPY

402,500 JPY

51,500 JPY

Second Payment

Total fees due before enrollment*1 The admission fee is non-refundable.
*2 Scholarship recipients are still expected to cover expenses that fall outside the scope of their school activities at KUAS (e.g.,travel expenses, insurance, etc.)
Enrollment deposit‣Super
KUAS-E and 100% KUAS-E scholarship recipients are subject to an enrollment deposit of 100,000 JPY due by the rst
procedure deadline. The deposit will be refunded to enrolled students approximately one month after the start of their rst
semester. Please note that this deposit will NOT be refunded in the case of declination after accepting the offer, or if theirenrollment cannot be con rmed.

Payment Summary for the First Year
Faculty of Engineering*Currency = JPY
Annual Breakdown

First Year

Upon entry(For the rst semester)

AnnualFor the second
semester*2

First Payment

Second Payment

Admission fee (a)*1

260,000

260,000--

Tuition940,000-

470,000

470,000

Facility

300,000-

150,000

150,000

Laboratory

100,000

50,00050,000Subtotal (b)1,340,000-

670,000

670,000

School fees

Association
fees

Student
Guardian
Association

Entrance fee*1

20,000-20,000-Membership fee

12,500-12,500-Student
Council

Entrance fee*1

13,000-13,000-Membership fee

4,000

-

4,000

-

49,500-49,500-1,649,500

260,000

719,500

670,000

Subtotal (c)Total (a + b + c)

‣ Each fee listed above is subject to change.
*1 The admission fee and entrance fees are only required at the time of enrollment.
*2 Students must pay their second semester tuition, facility, and laboratory fees at the beginning of the second semester.

First year

Second year

Third year

Fourth year

1,649,500 JPY

1,476,500 JPY

1,476,500 JPY

1,501,500 JPY‣ These amounts are subject to change.
‣ The laboratory fee is 220,000 JPY from the second year.
‣ An alumni association fee is required in the fourth year.
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Faculty of Bioenvironmental Sciences*Currency = JPY
Annual Breakdown

First Year

Upon entry(For the rst semester)

AnnualFor the second
semester*2

First Payment

Second Payment

260,000

260,000--

Tuition1,020,000-

510,000

510,000

Facility

140,000-

70,00070,000Laboratory

100,000

50,00050,000Subtotal (b)1,260,000-

630,000

630,000

Admission fee (a)*1

School fees

Association
fees

Student
Guardian
Association

Entrance fee*1

20,000-20,000-Membership fee

12,500-12,500-Student
Council

Entrance fee*1

13,000-13,000-Membership fee

4,000

-

4,000

-

49,500-49,500-1,569,500

260,000

679,500

630,000

Subtotal (c)Total (a + b + c)

‣ Each fee listed above is subject to change.
*1 The admission fee and entrance fees are only required at the time of enrollment.
*2 Students must pay their second semester tuition, facility, and laboratory fees at the beginning of the second semester.

First year

Second year

Third year

Fourth year

1,569,500 JPY

1,546,500 JPY

1,546,500 JPY

1,571,500 JPY‣ These amounts are subject to change.
‣ From the second year, the tuition is 1,040,000 JPY, the facility fee is 330,000 JPY, and the laboratory fee is 160,000 JPY.
‣ An alumni association fee is required in the fourth year.

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Annual Breakdown

First Year

Upon entry(For the rst semester)

AnnualFor the second
semester*2

First Payment

Second Payment

Admission fee (a)*1

260,000

260,000--

Tuition824,000-

412,000

412,000

Facility

60,000-30,00030,000Subtotal (b)884,000-

442,000

442,000

School fees

Association
fees

Student
Guardian
Association

Entrance fee*1

20,000-20,000-Membership fee

12,500-12,500-Student
Council

Entrance fee*1

13,000-13,000-Membership fee

4,000

-

4,000

-

Academic
CouncilMembership
Fee

2,000

-

2,000

-

51,500-51,500-1,195,500

260,000

493,500

442,000

Subtotal (c)Total (a + b + c)

‣ Each fee listed above is subject to change.
*1 The admission fee and entrance fees are only required at the time of enrollment.
*2 Students must pay their second semester tuition and facility fees at the beginning of the second semester.

First year

Second year

Third year

Fourth year

1,195,500 JPY

1,162,500 JPY

1,162,500 JPY

1,187,500JPY‣ These amounts are subject to change.
‣ The facility fee is 320,000 JPY from the second year.
‣ An alumni association fee is required in the fourth year.
Insurance
Students whose visa residence status is "Student" are required to join the GAKKENSAI supplementarycomprehensive insurance for students in case of an accident in which the students may be held liable for damages.
Details on how to enroll will be provided separately to successful applicants. In addition, international students whowill stay in Japan for more than 3 months MUST enroll in National Health Insurance (approximately 20,000 JPY peryear depending on the students’ income). The National Health Insurance subsidizes medical expenses when you get
injured or sick.

Declining Enrollment
If you decide not to enroll at KUAS after completing the enrollment procedures, you must submit the designatedstatement by May 9, 2025 (Early and Regular Entry applicants) or May 30, 2025 (Final Entry applicants) so thatyour second payment can be refunded (the admission fee cannot be refunded).

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14❖ Student Accommodations
KUAS has multiple dormitories open to international students. Students may also opt to live in private
accommodations. If you prefer private accommodation, the KUAS International Of ce can introduce you to Englishspeaking real estate agents. Successful applicants will be asked to ll out a form to declare their housing plans. Due
to limited dormitory availability, a lottery will be held if applications exceed the dorms’ maximum capacity.
Note: All dormitory residence terms are limited to two years, after which students are required to seek off-campus
housing.
For details about dormitories (the International Student Residence) please visit our website.

❖ Student Visa
KUAS will take the necessary procedures to ensure that the Japanese Immigration Bureau issues you a Certi cate of
Eligibility (COE). This COE can be used to obtain your visa at the Japanese embassy or consulate general in yourregion.

❖ Privacy Policy
KUAS may use personal information collected from applicants to:1) contact applicants or their high school if there are de ciencies or inaccuracies in their application documents;
2) send examination noti cations to applicants;
3) release admission results to applicants;
4) send admission documents to successful applicants;
5) send information to new students and their guardians about the Entrance Ceremony and comprehensive insurance
for students;
6) send information to students and their guardians following enrollment;
7) create name lists and other school documents for administrative and academic purposes after enrollment; and8) perform data aggregation/processing (individual data will be anonymized).
Due to the nature of KUAS’ entrance examinations, the results of partner school recommendation screenings are sent
directly to the schools of applicants. Only applicants who agree to this condition may apply.
We may entrust part of the handling of personal information and admission results to third-party organizations.
However, this information will only be used for the purposes authorized by KUAS and may not be used beyond thescope of the de ned, outsourced task. Third-party organizations are selected based on careful consideration of theirappropriate management of personal information.
Please be informed that personal information will not be provided to third parties without the express permission of
applicants unless:
1) an exceptional situation authorized by the relevant laws and regulations calls for it; or2) an extraordinary situation occurs. (For instance, a situation in which it is necessary to release information in orderto protect the life, health or property of an individual and KUAS is unable to reach the applicant or obtain theirpermission.)
If you have concerns about any of the above, please contact the International Admissions Of ce.

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Faculty of Engineering
Educational Objective: The Faculty of Engineering will develop students who acquire basic knowledge in the elds of mechanical engineering andelectrical engineering, grasp the essence of things, and acquire the ability to think logically. Additionally, the Faculty’s goal is for students to be able
to identify problems based on the needs of society from a global perspective and effectively make use of specialized skills to solve these problems.
The Faculty of Engineering seeks applicants who feel motivated by our mission and objectives. Applicants are expected to have a comprehensive
understanding of mathematics and physics at the high school level, the ability to think about those subjects logically, and to have basic English
communication skills. In particular, students should:
1) already possess the basic knowledge and skills required to study engineering at the university level;2) be able to consider, evaluate, and express their opinions on topics related to engineering;3) be highly motivated to develop critical thinking skills, and possess a strong interest in engineering;4) be able to work with people from diverse backgrounds, and tackle complicated issues across multiple disciplines; and5) desire to improve their language abilities, and to function as a global citizen.

Faculty of Bioenvironmental Sciences
Educational Objective: The Faculty of Bioenvironmental Sciences will develop students who, in the elds of life sciences, food, the environment,
and agriculture, are able to think exibly, consider events from multiple perspectives and make accurate judgments. Graduates should be able toinvestigate issues from multiple perspectives, be leaders in problem solving, and contribute to the improvement of people's lives and thedevelopment of society.
To promote student development in line with the educational objective, the Faculty of Bioenvironmental Sciences seeks students who have a strong
motivation to study independently, and who are equipped with the basic academic abilities acquired through their high school curriculum. The
Faculty is looking for students with the ability to effectively utilize those basic academic abilities, in addition to possessing strong communication
skills.
1) Knowledge and skills- The Faculty seeks students who have a solid foundation of knowledge in their high school subjects.
2) Ability to think, to judge, and to express oneself- The Faculty seeks students who are interested in, and have a willingness to observe and understand nature and natural phenomena, and who
can express their thoughts clearly.
3) Attitude toward learning independently and in cooperation with a wide variety of people- The Faculty seeks students who are willing to study independently.
- The Faculty seeks students who also have a strong willingness to participate in practical, cooperative coursework, and work with others ofdiverse backgrounds.
- The Faculty seeks students who aim to be educated as global citizens, and who are willing to improve their language pro ciency.
Department of Environmental and Bioresource Sciences
Educational Objective: The Department of Environmental and Bioresource Sciences will bring up students who, through the arrangement of courses
in the various elds of environmental and bioresource sciences, are equipped with the scienti c and technological capabilities related to biodiversity
and material cycles in ecosystems such as forests, water environments, and environments in the region, techniques for producing agricultural
products that take advantage of the characteristics of the region while caring for the environment, as well as the skills to consider insights frommultiple perspectives with an open mind, judge accurately, and seek out the truth. Through specialized courses and a nal research project, theDepartment will develop problem-solving leaders as well as graduates who will contribute to the improvement of people's lives and the developmentof human society.
To promote student development in line with the educational objective, the Department of Environmental and Bioresource Sciences seeks students
who have passion and a sense of purpose, who have a strong foundation in their high school subjects, who have the language abilities to clearly
express their thoughts, the motivation to face a variety of challenges, a proactive attitude toward all activities, and the skills to communicate
effectively and understand the viewpoints of others.
1) Knowledge and skills- The Department seeks students who have a solid foundation of knowledge in their high school subjects.
2) Ability to think, to judge, and to express oneself- The Department seeks students willing to consider and assess the natural environment, its dynamics, the cultivation of agricultural products,
and collaboration with local communities, and are able to express their own ideas.
3) Attitude toward learning independently and in cooperation with a wide variety of people- The Department seeks students who have a strong interest in subjects such as environmental conservation and restoration, crop production
and community involvement, and who are willing to study independently.
- The Department seeks students who have the ability to work with persons of diverse backgrounds to acquire and apply knowledge.
- The Department seeks students who aim to be educated as global citizens and who are willing to improve their language pro ciency.
Department of Applied Biological Sciences
Educational Objective: The Department of Applied Biological Sciences will develop students who, through the arrangement of courses in the various
elds of applied biology, are equipped with skills in green biotechnology that are in harmony with the environment. Graduates will also be expectedto acquire the skills necessary to consider insights from multiple perspectives with an open mind, judge accurately, and seek out the truth. Throughspecialized courses and a nal research project, the Department will develop problem-solving leaders as well as graduates who will contribute to
the improvement of people's lives and the development of human society.

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❖ Admissions PolicyTo promote student development in line with the educational objective, the Department of Applied Biological Sciences seeks students who havepassion and a sense of purpose, who have a strong foundation in their high school subjects, who have the language abilities to clearly express theirthoughts, the motivation to face a variety of challenges, a proactive attitude toward all activities, and the skills to communicate effectively andunderstand the viewpoints of others.
1) Knowledge and skills- The Department seeks students who have a solid foundation of knowledge in their high school subjects.
2) Ability to think, to judge, and to express oneself- The Department seeks students who have a willingness to observe, understand, and clarify nature and natural phenomena that include life. We
are also looking for students who can express their thoughts regarding these phenomena.
3) Attitude toward learning independently and in cooperation with a wide variety of people- The Department seeks students who have a strong interest in life science at the cellular and molecular level, food development and production,
the environment, and health, and who are willing to study independently.
- The Department seeks students who have the ability to work with others of diverse backgrounds to acquire and apply knowledge.
- The Department seeks students who aim to be educated as global citizens who are willing to improve their language pro ciency.

Faculty of Economics and Business Administration
Educational Objective: The Faculty of Economics and Business Administration will develop business persons who possess a comprehensive
understanding of economics and business administration, as well as law. In addition, the Faculty’s goal is to foster this knowledge through practicalexperience.
To promote student development in line with the educational objective, the Faculty of Economics and Business Administration seeks students who
understand this objective, who can study with strong motivation and independence, and who have acquired basic academic abilities through theirhigh school curriculum. The Faculty is looking for students with the ability to utilize those basic academic abilities effectively, in addition topossessing strong communication skills.
1) Knowledge and skills- The Faculty seeks students who have acquired the foundational knowledge to study economics and business administration.
2) Ability to think, to judge, and to express oneself- The Faculty seeks students who can observe and consider matters in regard to economics and society, as well as manage a shop or business,and express their thoughts effectively.
3) Attitude toward learning independently and in cooperation with a wide variety of people- The Faculty seeks students who have a strong interest in economics and business administration, and who are willing to study independently.
- The Faculty seeks students who have the ability to work with others of diverse backgrounds to acquire and apply knowledge.
- The Faculty seeks students who aim to be educated as global citizens, and who are willing to improve their language skills.
Department of Business Administration
Educational Objective: The Department of Business Administration will bring up students with broad perspectives who can play an active role insociety with the comprehensive education necessary for business persons acquired through systematic study centered around business
management, including economics and law courses.
To promote student development in line with the educational objective, the Department of Business Administration seeks students who havepassion and a sense of purpose, who have a strong foundation in their high school subjects, who have the language abilities to clearly express theirthoughts, the motivation to face a variety of challenges, a proactive attitude toward all activities, and the skills to communicate effectively andunderstand the viewpoints of others.
1) Knowledge and skills- The Department seeks students who have a solid foundation of knowledge in their high school subjects.
2) Ability to think, to judge, and to express oneself- The Department seeks students who are able to consider, evaluate, and express their opinions on topics related to the management ofbusinesses and shops.
3) Attitude toward learning independently and in cooperation with a wide variety of people- The Department seeks students who have a strong interest in business administration and can study independently.
- The Department seeks students with the ability to work with others of diverse backgrounds to acquire and apply knowledge.

Non-discrimination Policy
KUAS welcomes any prospective students wishing to start their undergraduate education, regardless of age, gender, ethnic background, religion,
nationality or place of residence.

Considerations for Disabilities and Injuries
If you are a person with a disability and wish for this to be taken into consideration during our interview screening process, please contact theInternational Admissions Of ce at least two weeks before the application start date. If you have been injured (due to an accident, etc.) after applying
to KUAS, and wish for this to be taken into consideration during our interview screening process, please contact the International Admissions Of ce.

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Undergraduate Admissions
For September ���� International Enrollment
Faculty of Engineering
Department of Mechanical and Electrical Systems Engineering
Faculty of Bioenvironmental Sciences
Department of Environmental and Bioresource Sciences
Department of Applied Biological Sciences
Faculty of Economics and Business Administration
Department of Business Administration

Contact Information

International Admissions Oﬃce (Kyoto Uzumasa Campus)
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Closed on Saturday, Sunday and national holidays