KYOTO UNIVERSITY · JAPAN
Transfer and Bachelor's Admissions (Various Faculties)
Bachelor's · Taught in en
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Kyoto University offers admission for international students through two main pathways: Transfer Admissions (編入学試験 - Hennyu Nyugaku Shiken) and Bachelor's Admissions (学士入学試験 - Gakushi Nyugaku Shiken). These pathways allow students who have already completed some higher education or hold a bachelor's degree to enter specific faculties at a later stage than typical first-year undergraduate entry. The faculties offering these admissions vary and often have specific requirements, such as prior completion of a technical college (for transfer) or a bachelor's degree (for bachelor's admission). Detailed information and contact points for each faculty are available on the university website.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the admission pathways for international students who have already completed some higher education?
- Kyoto University offers two main pathways for international students with prior higher education: Transfer Admissions for those who have completed a higher technical college program and Bachelor's Admissions for those who hold or expect to hold a bachelor's degree.
- How do I find out the specific application requirements and deadlines for these programs?
- Application processes are managed by individual faculties. You must contact the specific faculty you are interested in directly for detailed application procedures, required documents, and deadlines.
- Are there any scholarships or financial aid available for international students?
- Kyoto University offers tuition exemption and deferment systems for students facing financial difficulties. International students should refer to the 'Scholarships for those wishing to apply for scholarships' page for potential financial aid options.
- What are the academic requirements for transfer and bachelor's admissions?
- Requirements vary by faculty. For example, transfer admissions are available for those who have completed a higher technical college program for the Faculties of Law, Economics, and Engineering. Bachelor's admissions are for those who have completed or expect to complete a university degree or bachelor's degree, depending on the faculty.
- Is there a fee to request application materials?
- For the Faculty of Engineering's transfer program from higher technical colleges, application guidelines can be requested by mail through Telemail with an expected fee of 180 JPY.
Entry requirements
Completion of a university degree (or expected completion)Eligible for Bachelor's Admissions in the Faculties of Letters, Education, and Human Health Sciences (School of Medicine).
Completion of a bachelor's degree at Kyoto University (or expected completion)Eligible for Bachelor's Admissions in the Faculties of General Human Studies and Pharmacy.
Completion of a higher technical college programEligible for Transfer Admissions in the Faculties of Law, Economics, and Engineering.
Specific academic requirements beyond the general eligibility criteria for transfer and bachelor's admissions are not detailed here. It is essential to contact the relevant faculty directly for precise entry prerequisites.
Fees
Tuition (international)Tuition fees for international students are not specified. International students may be eligible for scholarships. For information on tuition exemptions and deferment for financial hardship, refer to the fees page.
Tuition (home)Information on tuition fees for domestic students is not provided. The fees page details systems for tuition exemption and deferment based on financial need, which may apply to some students.
LivingEstimated living costs are not provided. The fees page mentions a tuition exemption system that may cover part or all of tuition fees for students facing financial difficulties.
Kyoto University offers tuition exemption and deferment systems for students experiencing financial difficulties. These systems are distinct from the Japanese government's 'Higher Education Support System' for Japanese undergraduate students. International students should refer to the 'Scholarships for those wishing to apply for scholarships' page for potential financial aid.
How to apply
1. Contact the Relevant FacultyInquire directly with the faculty (Law, Economics, Engineering for transfer; Letters, Education, Medicine, Pharmacy, General Human Studies for bachelor's) for specific application guidelines, requirements, and deadlines.
2. Request Application Materials (Engineering - Technical College Transfer)For the Faculty of Engineering's transfer program from higher technical colleges, application guidelines can be requested by mail through Telemail. A fee of 180 JPY is expected.
3. Prepare and Submit ApplicationFollow the specific instructions provided by the faculty to complete and submit your application form and any required supporting documents by the stated deadline.
Scholarships
Tuition Fee Exemption / Entrance Fee Exemption / Entrance Fee DefermentFull or half exemption/deferment possible
Frequently asked questions
What are the admission pathways for international students who have already completed some higher education?
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Kyoto University offers two main pathways for international students with prior higher education: Transfer Admissions for those who have completed a higher technical college program and Bachelor's Admissions for those who hold or expect to hold a bachelor's degree.
How do I find out the specific application requirements and deadlines for these programs?
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Application processes are managed by individual faculties. You must contact the specific faculty you are interested in directly for detailed application procedures, required documents, and deadlines.
Are there any scholarships or financial aid available for international students?
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Kyoto University offers tuition exemption and deferment systems for students facing financial difficulties. International students should refer to the 'Scholarships for those wishing to apply for scholarships' page for potential financial aid options.
What are the academic requirements for transfer and bachelor's admissions?
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Requirements vary by faculty. For example, transfer admissions are available for those who have completed a higher technical college program for the Faculties of Law, Economics, and Engineering. Bachelor's admissions are for those who have completed or expect to complete a university degree or bachelor's degree, depending on the faculty.
Is there a fee to request application materials?
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For the Faculty of Engineering's transfer program from higher technical colleges, application guidelines can be requested by mail through Telemail with an expected fee of 180 JPY.