FAQs

A: International rankings are a good reference of quality and international recognition. Due to the high achievements of NU’s alumni and researchers, Nagoya University is ranked top 28 in Asia (QS2021) with acclaim to six Nobel Laureates of this century, all in Chemistry and Physics.

A: Currently approximately 15% of the NU student population are international students from 103 countries from all over the world. As of 2021, the University counted 2,326 international students out of the total students population 16,185. NU aims to increase the number of international students every year. For more information, click here.

A: It takes four years to complete undergraduate degree programs.

A: Nagoya is Japan's fourth largest city with all the conveniences of a large metropolis, including an international airport with direct flights to the world's major destinations. A lively cultural scene, shops, restaurants and leisure activities for all tastes make it an exciting place to live. The Chubu region, located in the heart of Japan, is between Tokyo (1 1/2 hours by bullet train) and Kyoto (1 hour).
For more information, please go to the For Visitors page.

A: Yes, we welcome all prospective applicants who would like to visit Higashiyama campus.
Please note that Nagoya University does not provide visa support/invitation letters for Campus visit purposes. 
For more information, please go to the For Visitors page.

A: Online applications begin in fall. Please check our website regarding admission requirements and deadlines. The system is easy to understand and makes the application process simple.

A: An invitation to interview will be sent out to all shortlisted applicants. Interviews are conducted via Zoom regardless of where an applicant resides.

A: Throughout the process, applicants are able to check their status by logging in to the Online Application System (T-Cens).

A: An applicant can apply only for one round per academic year.

A: All applicants are eligible to apply for the Nagoya University Global 30 Undergraduate Scholarship. The recipient of the scholarship will be selected based on merit and need. Please submit an application form and an income statement of your financial supporter together with the supporting documents for your program application. For details, please check the Tuition and Financial Aid page.

A: Japanese language proficiency is not required.
Our G30 Programs are taught entirely English. However, students are required to take Japanese language classes during their freshman year and may opt into additional language classed during subsequent years.

A: If you attend more than four years of education where Englihs is a medium of instruction, then you are exempted from submitting English proficiency test scores but must provide a proof of the medium of instruction. 

Applicants who have received less than four years of education in a middle/ high school (secondary to upper secondary) in which English is the primary language of instruction must submit an English proficiency test score. You can find a list of tests we accept in our Admission Requirements.

Please submit scores/proof of the English proficiency requirement. Official scores should be sent directly from the testing institution by the deadline. For more details, please see here and the Application Requirements. 

A: Applicants who satisfies one of the requirements below are not subject to a minimum age requirement. 
1) The applicant who has completed, or expect to complete, a 12-year education curriculum in a school accredited by WASC, ACSI, CIS or NEASC; or
2) The applicant has acquired, or is expected to acquire the International Baccalaureate, the Abitur, the French Baccalauréat, or the General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level (A-Level).

Generally speaking, if you are currently studying in an international school in Japan, and have studied international curriculum (non-regular Japanese educational system) for at least 2 years of your high/upper secondary school education, your education background should be accepted.

If you are not sure about your eligibility, please contact the Admissions Office at least one month prior to respective admissions.
In order to help us determine your eligibility, please provide the name, location, and website of your school if there is one available.

Please also check eligibility requirements in the Application Requirements.

A: SAT and ACT are not compulsory. However, if you have SAT or ACT and would like to include it to strengthen your application, please submit it along with your application.

A: G30 International Programs do not offer spring semester admissions; students can only apply for the fall semester.

A: There are three methods of payment: Paypal, Flywire and bank transfer. We understand that PayPal may not be available in some countries, in which case you can opt to pay via Flywire or by domestic bank transfer if you currently reside in Japan. Flywire offers a couple of options including overseas bank transfer. When an applicant goes in and clicks the Pay on the portal (T-Cens), three pay options will appear. If you choose flywire, you are allowed to make a payment request via the Flywire's payment portal by selection the country you currently reside. When you finish, the system-generated banking instructions will be made available. With the given banking instructions, the applicant can choose to complete your payment via online banking or by visiting your local bank in person. 

A: Students may only apply once in one academic year, regardless of program and admission round. Students who have been denied admission to any undergraduate program must wait one year before re-applying to Nagoya University.

A: No, as we will discard all application documents once all admission rounds are over, students need to submit all required documents once again.

A: Please log in to the T-cens online application system and click on the "withdrawal" button or contact us directly through email.

A: No, our admission offer is only valid for the intake in which the student is admitted. In cases where students would like to enroll at Nagoya University in a further term, they will have to re-apply.

A: Transferring students can apply to our program the same as regular applicants. However, as we do not accept credits from other institutions, they will need to start as a freshman and complete 4 years of our bachelor’s degree program.

A: Yes, NU offers an exchange program and Japanese language program. Please check the details from the links below.
Nagoya University Program For Academic Exchange  
Nagoya University Short-Term Japanese Language Program
 

A: To study in Japan, non-Japanese passport holders should obtain a valid visa before entering Japan. If you intend to apply for a Student Visa, follow the procedures below:
1. Apply for "Certificate of Eligibility"(COE) through Nagoya University
2. Receive COE and "Letter of Admission"(LOA) from Nagoya University
3. Apply for a Student Visa to the nearest Japanese diplomatic missions (embassy or consulate) by submitting COE and LOA

A: Around mid-September, which is approximately 2-3 weeks before the entrance ceremony held on October 1.

A: One feature of the International Programs at Nagoya University is the small class size. 10-15 students will be enrolled in each program, which allows close relationships with fellow classmates and faculty members. Outside of your major courses, you will meet students from other programs in your General Education courses.

A: Yes, before the entrance ceremony there will be a university-wide orientation, the G30 International Program's orientation, a program/department orientation, and a dormitory orientation (if applicable) etc.

A: No, you will need to decide your major at the time of application. Please check your intended program's details such as its syllabus, graduation requirements and lab list etc. on the website and contact us if you would like to know more about the research available under a specific program.

A: No, as we do not accept credits from other institution. However, we encourage students to take advantage of the most rigorous curriculum available to them, including Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate courses, if offered at your school.

A: There is a couple of university dormitories available for first-year NU students and those enrolled in G30 International Programs can apply. G30 students are housed in the Ishida Memorial International Residence Myoken which was constructed in 2011.

A: After the first year, the Global Engagement Center Support Team and Nagoya University Co-op will host an apartment hunting orientation to help our students search for private apartments and other places for accommodation. There are many nice apartments around the NU campus, and many of our students walk or bike to university. A monthly rent usually ranges from JPY 30,000 to 50,000. You can also find more information on Always NU. 

A: Compared to other big cities like Tokyo and Osaka, living expenses in Nagoya are relatively affordable. For your reference, a monthly rent for a single room apartment usually ranges from JPY 30,000 to 50,000. Personal expenses could range from JPY 30,000 to 50,000 per month. In total, living expense per month would be around JPY 80,000. Please note, however, that it also could depend on the students’ lifestyle and spending habits/patterns.

A: From cultural to vocational and from athletics to academics, there are more than 100 students’ clubs and societies at NU. If you are interested in Japanese cultural clubs, you could join a tea ceremony club, manga club, Judo, Kendo, Sumo team and so on. Please find more information HERE

A: Usually, international students get to know the local students by joining club/circles.

A: At each school, there is an international student advisor whom you can ask and consult about your school life or any academic issue. We also have English speakers at the International Student Center, as well as at the Admissions Office for the International Programs.

A: International students are allowed to work up to 28 hours a week. During a long break, you may be able to work for a maximum of 8 hours a day, up to 40 hours a week. In order to work part-time, you must apply for permission to take part in activities not covered by your visa status. It is sometimes difficult to find part-time work, especially when your Japanese language ability is limited. 

A: Japanese language ability is of advantage; however, it is not necessary. Furthermore, since you will receive intensive Japanese class, your language ability will develop gradually.

A: As for Nagoya University Global 30 Undergraduate Scholarships, all applicants are automatically considered as the candidates unless indicating not interested in applying for the scholarship. For more information, click here. 

A: Our G30 Scholarship is only available at the time of application so you cannot apply for G30 Scholarship after enrollment in Nagoya University. Instead, enrolled students can apply for a tuition waiver with valid reasons and proof. The tuition waiver can be available from 50% to 100%.
Also, there should be other private scholarships/financial aids available sponsored by outside organizations after enrollment. You can find more information on Always NU. or contact directly the school you are affiliated to. 

A: Since scholarship opportunities may differ from program to program, please contact directly the graduate school of your choice to know about the financial aid programs available for international students. You can also refer to our Tuition and Financial Aid page and Always NU for more information. 

A: No, all applicants are required to pay an application fee (5,000yen).

A: Compared to other big cities like Tokyo and Osaka, living expenses in Nagoya are relatively affordable. For your reference, a monthly rent for a single room apartment usually ranges from JPY 30,000 to 50,000. Personal expenses could range from JPY 30,000 to 50,000 per month. In total, living expense per month would be around JPY 80,000. Please note, however, that it also could depend on the students’ lifestyle and spending habits/patterns.