- Entrance Exam Points
- How to choose an entrance exam
- Choose by entrance examination method
- Choose based on the benefits
- Choose by entrance exam schedule
- Tuition and scholarship system
- Entrance Examination Information
- Entrance Exam Q&A
- Common matters for all faculties
- Entrance exam results
- Past entrance exam questions
- Various procedures
- Regarding accommodations for the examination
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About the essentials
Otemae University
The entrance examination system is explained here.
Key points for the entrance exam
Otemae University 's entrance examinations have been further enhanced.
Your chances of passing have increased.
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Comprehensive Selection Entrance Examination
This leads to a "trial lesson experience" method.
University trial classes!The University Experience Class is a career guidance and research support program for high school students aiming to attend university. Participants can choose classes that interest them, attend classes at the university, and take a 90-minute class per day. If desired, they can apply for the "Comprehensive Selection Entrance Examination (Class Experience Method)." Those wishing to apply must complete the necessary procedures during the designated period. Please see here for details. For class content, please visit the 2026 University Experience Class website.
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Make use of your special skills and qualifications
Expand your chances of passing
Comprehensive Selection Entrance Examination: Special Skills Method -
School Recommendation-Based Entrance Examination
All subjects and courses are available through an open application process.All mark sheet formatTo!
Furthermore, the examination subjects and time allocation
Select on the daycan!The first day of the open application format (Schedule A) will also be held at the Yonago and Himeji venues, making it easier for people to take the exam.
The examination time for the school recommendation-based entrance examination (Open Application Method) (Schedule A) and (Schedule B) is 120 minutes, from 10:00 to 12:00. *You can freely choose the subjects you are most proficient in.
During the 120-minute exam period from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, you are free to decide how to allocate your time. Pre-registration of exam subjects is not required, so you can decide which subjects to take after reviewing the questions on the day of the exam.*Meeting time is 9:40 -
Applying to multiple facultiesis now even more powerful!
For an additional 5000 yen examination fee,It is possible to apply to three faculties simultaneously.This is the result.
Since the minimum passing score varies depending on the faculty, applying to multiple faculties can increase your chances of acceptance. -
For the general selection entrance examination (A and B schedules),Converting Eiken Pre-1st Grade to 100 points
Eiken (Practical English Proficiency Test) Pre-1st GradeCandidates who have passed the exam will have their English score converted to 100 points. Multiple qualifications, such as GTEC 930 points or higher, or TEAP 225 points or higher, are also eligible.
Even if a student uses this system and their English score is converted to a perfect 100, if they rank among the top performers, they will still be eligible for the special entrance examination scholarship. -
The general entrance examination (Schedule A)
maximumThe exam takes two days.tree,
Your chances of passing will increase!
Also,At the Himeji venue and the Okayama venuetoo
The exam will now be held, making it easier to take!In the general entrance examination (Schedule A),Multiple dates (maximum 2 days)It is possible to take the exam. Taking the exam multiple times will increase your chances of demonstrating your full potential.*The Himeji venue will only be open on January 26th (Tuesday).
The Okayama venue will only be open on Wednesday, January 27th. -
The application period for the general entrance examination is
Starting in December.Early
You can prepare for the exam by applying.General Entrance ExaminationApplications will open on Monday, December 7th. This means you can start the application process in December, rather than the busy month of January, allowing you to apply with plenty of time to spare.
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A wide range of general entrance examinations
Subject SelectionYou can!In the general entrance examination, you can choose to select two subjects or three subjects. For Faculty of Health and Nutrition, the two-subject option allows you to take the exam with only humanities subjects or only science subjects, such as "English and Japanese" or "Mathematics and Biology." In addition, for Faculty of Global Nursing, "English" is mandatory, but it is now also possible to choose three subjects, such as "English, Mathematics, and Science (Biology or Chemistry)."
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General entrance examination and
University Entrance Common Test
If you apply for the entrance exam at the same time,
The examination fee is a great deal!General entrance examination (Schedule A) or (Schedule B)Simultaneous with applicationIf you apply for the Common University Entrance Examination-based entrance examination, the examination fee for the Common University Entrance Examination-based entrance examination will be waived. If you plan to take the Common University Entrance Examination, please apply at the same time. Applications for the General Selection Entrance Examination (Schedule A) and (Schedule B) and the Common University Entrance Examination-based Entrance Examination (Schedule A) and (Schedule B) will be accepted from Monday, December 7th.
Furthermore, the examination fee for university entrance examinations using the Common Test for University Admissions is waived for the following reasons:This applies only if you apply for the general entrance examination at the same time. Please note that if you apply for the general entrance examination and the entrance examination using the Common Test for University Admissions separately, you will need to pay the examination fee for each. -
Nishinomiya Shukugawa Campus,
In addition to the Osaka Castle Campus venue,
Himeji, Okayama, Yonago venuesYou can take the exam!In addition to the Nishinomiya Shukugawa Campus and the Osaka Castle Campus,"School Recommendation-Based Entrance Examination, Public Application Method (Schedule A)"Himeji/Yonago venue"General Entrance Examination (Schedule A)"The school also conducts entrance exams in Himeji (Hyogo Prefecture) and Okayama (Okayama Prefecture). By offering exams outside the Kansai region, the burden of taking the exam is reduced, allowing students from distant areas to take the exam with peace of mind.
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Faculty of Human Information Science Scholarships for general entrance examinations
"Special Scholarship for the Faculty of Human Information Science"teeth
Tuition fees of 3.68 million yen for four years will be waived!Special Scholarship for the Faculty of Human Information ScienceThis is a scholarship program for students admitted through the general entrance examination.
General Entrance ExaminationThis award will be given to the top 5 students in mathematics who score 75 points or higher in the A-schedule (2-subject selection method), A-schedule (3-subject selection method), B-schedule, and Final Challenge entrance examination.
[Payment Amount]
Tuition fees of 3.68 million yen for four years will be waived.(Annual tuition fee of 920,000 yen waived)
[We are hiring 20 people]
●Schedule A: Two-subject selection method (5 students)
●Schedule A: 3-subject selection method (5 students)
●Schedule B: 5 people
● Final Challenge Entrance Exam: 5 students
*From the second year onward, performance from the previous year will be used.
You can continue if you meet certain criteria. -
Faculty of Human Information Science In various entrance examinationsExemption from entrance fees and tuition fees.The "Otemae Educational Corporation Entrance Examination Special Scholarship Program" is available.
Entrance fees and tuition fees can be waived through various entrance examinations.Otemae Educational Corporation Entrance Examination Special Scholarship ProgramFor details, please see Otemae Educational Corporation Entrance Examination Special Scholarship Program page.
[Payment Amount]
Tuition fees of up to 3.68 million yen for a maximum of four years will be waived.(Maximum
(Annual tuition fee of 920,000 yen waived)*From the second year onward, performance from the previous year will be used.
You can continue if you meet certain criteria. -
Faculty of Human Information Science After passing the entrance exam, take the "General Selection Entrance Examination".Challenge to become a scholarship studentlet's!
After passing the entrance exam, you can take the general entrance exam and challenge yourself.Scholarship Challenge Programis.
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After completing the enrollment procedures through the comprehensive selection entrance examination, you can take the general selection entrance examination (Schedule A, Schedule B, or Final Challenge Entrance Examination)."Special Scholarship for the Faculty of Human Information Science"You can take the exam. (Exam fee will be refunded after enrollment.)
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After completing the enrollment procedures through the school recommendation-based entrance examination (open application method), you can take the general entrance examination."Special Scholarship for the Faculty of Human Information Science"You can take the exam. (Exam fee will be refunded after enrollment.) -
Faculty of Human Information Science Obtained IT-related qualifications
For people who are doing
Scholarship to support your effortsWe will provide the benefit!Scholarship to support your effortsThe university provides scholarships to students who have obtained IT-related qualifications* before enrollment. The amount of the scholarship will be determined according to the difficulty level of the qualification.200,000 yen payment, 100,000 yen paymentThere are two types.*Eligible qualifications include the IT Passport Examination and the MOS (Expert) Certification.
Information processing certification exams, etc.
Please refer to the Faculty of Human Information Science application guidelines for details.
News Entrance Exam Information News
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2026.10.01 Entrance Exam
[To all prospective students] Applications for the 2027 entrance examination, school recommendation-based selection entrance examination "Open application method (Schedule A)" will begin on October 8th.
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2026.09.05 Entrance Exam
[To all applicants] The comprehensive selection entrance examination will be held as scheduled on September 5th.
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2026.09.02 Entrance Exam
[To all prospective students] Regarding entrance examinations in light of the approach of Typhoon No. 24
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2026.08.31 Entrance Exam
[To all prospective students] Faculty of Human Information Studies Entrance Examination Information
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2026.08.31 news
[To all high school students] The Faculty of Human Information Science will open in April 2027!
How to choose an entrance exam
I can utilize my strengths.
Choose your entrance exam!
Whether you want to "demonstrate the results of your exam preparation in an academic test," "convey your desire to study at Otemae," "present your own work," or "compete in your strongest subject," you can choose from a diverse lineup of entrance exams that allow you to leverage your individual strengths.
Comprehensive Entrance Examination
I've decided what I want to study at Otemae University
I want to study and take on challenges at Otemae University
If you already know what you want to challenge yourself with at Otemae, this entrance exam, which evaluates your "motivation" and "strengths," is perfect for you. The ability to decide on your school early is also an advantage.
Furthermore, there are plenty of university experience classes that lead to the "Comprehensive Selection Entrance Examination: Class Experience Method"!
You can apply for the comprehensive selection entrance examination using the special skills method by checking your special skills and qualifications.
School Recommendation-Based Entrance Examination (Public Application Method)
I want to apply to multiple faculties at the same time.
I want to choose between applying exclusively to one school or applying to multiple schools.
Your high school grades (overall academic performance) will be scored, and your pass/fail decision will be based on these scores combined with the results of subject tests. Additionally, the Yonago and Himeji test locations have been added, making it easier to take the exam. You can also narrow down your exam subjects to just two of your strongest subjects*, making it ideal for those who want to decide early, such as before the end of the year.*Some subjects are required
Learn moreGeneral Entrance Examination
I want to apply to multiple faculties and other universities simultaneously.
I want to demonstrate the results of my exam preparation.
The general entrance examination [Schedule A] will now be held over a maximum of two days, increasing your chances of passing. Additionally, Himeji and Okayama venues have been added, making it easier to take the exam. A key advantage is that it makes it easier to apply to other faculties and universities concurrently. You can focus on taking the exam in 2-3 subjects that you excel at*. For those who have diligently studied for entrance exams, this is an entrance examination format that allows them to fully demonstrate their abilities.*Some subjects are required
Learn moreUniversity Admissions Common Test Admissions
I want to use my scores from the Common University Entrance Examination.
This entrance exam method is recommended for those applying to both Otemae University and other universities.
Our university will not conduct its own entrance examination; instead, we will evaluate and select students based on their scores on the 2027 Common Test for University Admissions.
Applying for both the general entrance examination and the entrance examination using the Common University Entrance Examination at the same time will save you on application fees!*Scores from the Common University Entrance Examination prior to the 2026 academic year cannot be used.
Special Entrance Examination
I want to study as a working adult and as an international student.
Scholarships and applying to three faculties simultaneously,
Choose your entrance exam method based on the most advantageous system!
We offer a comprehensive scholarship system and English language scholarships to support your desire to study and take on challenges at Otemae. We also have a discount system for examination fees for taking the exam on multiple dates, so please use this as a reference when choosing your entrance examination method.
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Supporting those who have worked hard and persevered.
"Special Entrance Examination Scholarship" "English Language Scholarship"
Scholarship Program
Chance to receive a full tuition waiver for up to four years.
Those who pass the "School Recommendation-Based Entrance Examination (Open Application Method)" or the "General Entrance Examination" and achieve the highest scores will be exempt from all or half of their tuition fees for up to four years.*Depends on the schedule and the number of subjects selected.
*From the second year onward, performance will be reviewed based on the previous year's results.
merit2 Comprehensive support systems are available to help you make the most of your English skills.
English Scholarship Student
Tuition fees will be waived for all successful applicants who score 85 or higher in English.
Faculty of Intercultural Japanese Studies, the Faculty of Architecture & Art, Faculty of Modern Social Studies, and Faculty of Business Administration"School Recommendation-Based Entrance Examination (Open Application Method, Schedules A & B)" and "General Entrance Examination (Schedules A & B)"Therefore, all successful applicants who score 85 points or higher in English will receive a full tuition waiver for up to four years.*From the second year onward, performance will be reviewed based on the previous year's results.
Eiken® scores are used for evaluation.
The "use of private English proficiency tests" that are eligible.
GTEC (930 points or higher) or Eiken (Practical English Proficiency Test) (Pre-1st Grade or higher)Those who have obtained the results of the following private English proficiency tests are eligible for the "Use of Private English Proficiency Tests" program."General Entrance Examination (Schedules A and B)"The score for "Foreign Language (English)" will be converted to a maximum of 100 points. Your past efforts will be evaluated, so if you are good at English, it is recommended that you take these private tests in advance before applying.
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Additional examination fee for 2 or 3 faculties
Only 5,000 yen
You can take the exam!
Furthermore, taking multiple exams is also advantageous.
"School Recommendation-Based Entrance Examination (Open Application Method, Schedule A)" and "General Entrance Examination (Schedules A and B)"If you take the exam on multiple dates, the application fee for the second day is...10,000 yenFurthermore, those who take the exam on multiple dates for the same faculty and using the same selection method (number of subjects) will be charged an additional examination fee.5,000 yenFurthermore, you can apply to and take entrance exams for up to three faculties on the same day.
Multiple exam dates / Applying to three faculties simultaneously
(Faculty of Business Administration, Faculty of Modern Social Studies, and Faculty of Intercultural Japanese Studies)
(If taking the exam)
* You cannot list Faculty of Health and Nutrition and Faculty of Global Nursing as your second or third choice faculties.
*Applicants who apply to this university as their "first choice" cannot decline admission even if they are accepted only to their second-choice faculty.
*If, after applying, your application for multiple faculties is not approved due to examination-related reasons, the additional examination fee of 5,000 yen will not be refunded.
*The "School Recommendation-Based Selection Entrance Examination (Open Application Method, Schedule B)" is a one-day examination, but it is possible to apply to up to three faculties for an additional examination fee of 5,000 yen.
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For those who want to decide on their future education early
Perfect!
Start early
There is an entrance examination system.
Entries will open early."Comprehensive Selection Entrance Examination"or"School Recommendation-Based Entrance Examination, Public Application Method (Schedule A)"We offer many entrance exams that start early. This is the perfect entrance exam system for those who want to decide on their future school early and make the most of the rest of their high school life, or for those who want to finish their exams by the end of the year.
Choose from a long entrance examination period.
Some people want to decide on their future education early.
For those who are thinking about their future career path,
to you
You can take the exam at a time that suits you!
- Comprehensive Entrance Examination
- School recommendation type
Selective entrance exam - General Entrance Examination
- Common University Entrance Examination
- Special Entrance Examination
- Transfer Examination
Comprehensive Entrance Examination
- Faculty of Intercultural Japanese Studies
- Faculty of Architecture & Arts
- Faculty of Business Administration
[Assignment-based method, English-based method, Faculty of Intercultural Japanese Studies English-based method, Portfolio presentation method, Architecture / Interior Design major method, Special skills method]
| Entry Assignment submission period (must arrive) |
Interview date | application Notification of availability |
Application Period (Postmark valid) |
Web Date of announcement of results |
Enrollment deadline | ||
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| Entrance fee payment deadline | Tuition and other payment deadlines | ||||||
| 1st | 2026 August 4th (Tuesday) - August 19th (Wednesday) |
Saturday, September 5th | Thursday, September 10th | September 15th (Tue) ~ Thursday, September 24th |
Thursday, October 1st | October 19th (Monday) | November 3rd (Tuesday/Holiday) |
| 2nd time | 2026 November 3rd (Tuesday/Holiday) - November 16th (Monday) |
December 6th (Sunday) | Wednesday, December 9th | December 14th (Monday) ~ January 11, 2027 (Monday/Holiday) |
Thursday, January 21st | February 9th (Tuesday) | March 1st (Monday) |
| 3rd | 2027 January 5th (Tuesday) - January 15th (Friday) |
Wednesday, February 3rd | Monday, February 8th | February 11th (Thursday/Holiday) ~ Wednesday, February 24th |
Thursday, March 4th | Monday, March 15th | |
[Trial Lesson Format]
| University trial classes Participation date |
Entry period | Application Period (Postmark valid) |
Web Date of announcement of results |
Enrollment deadline | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entrance fee payment deadline | Class days and other payment deadlines | |||||
| Held in May | 2026 Sunday, May 24th |
June 11th (Thursday) - June 22nd (Monday) | September 1st (Tue) ~ Thursday, September 10th |
Wednesday, September 24th | Thursday, October 22nd | Thursday, November 5th |
| Held in June | 2026 Sunday, June 21st |
July 21st (Tuesday) - July 29th (Wednesday) | ||||
| Held in July | 2026 July 26th (Sunday) |
August 17th (Monday) - August 24th (Monday) | September 16th (Wednesday) ~ Friday, September 25th |
Thursday, October 1st | ||
| Held in August | 2026 August 23rd (Sunday) |
September 9th (Wednesday) - September 16th (Wednesday) | October 5th (Monday) ~ Thursday, October 15th |
October 27th (Tuesday) | Monday, November 16th | December 1st (Tuesday) |
| Held in September | 2026 September 27th (Sunday) |
October 12th (Monday/Holiday) - October 19th (Monday) | Thursday, November 5th Thursday, November 12th |
Thursday, November 19th | Friday, December 18th | 2027 Wednesday, January 6th |
Applicants for the comprehensive selection entrance examination (classroom experience method) are required to participate in university trial classes.
- Faculty of Health and Nutrition
[Assignment method]
| Entry Assignment submission period (must arrive) |
Interview date | application Notification of availability |
Application Period (Postmark valid) |
Web Date of announcement of results |
Enrollment deadline | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entrance fee payment deadline | Tuition and other payment deadlines | ||||||
| 1st | 2026 August 4th (Tuesday) - August 19th (Wednesday) |
Saturday, September 5th | Thursday, September 10th | September 15th (Tue) ~ Thursday, September 24th |
Thursday, October 1st | October 19th (Monday) | November 3rd (Tuesday/Holiday) |
| 2nd time | 2026 November 3rd (Tuesday/Holiday) - November 16th (Monday) |
December 6th (Sunday) | Wednesday, December 9th | December 14th (Monday) ~ January 11, 2027 (Monday/Holiday) |
Thursday, January 21st | February 9th (Tuesday) | March 1st (Monday) |
| 3rd | 2027 January 5th (Tuesday) - January 15th (Friday) |
Wednesday, February 3rd | Monday, February 8th | February 11th (Thursday/Holiday) ~ Wednesday, February 24th |
Thursday, March 4th | Monday, March 15th | |
[Trial Lesson Format]
| University trial classes Participation date |
Entry Application period |
Application Period (Postmark valid) |
Web Date of announcement of results |
Enrollment deadline | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entrance fee payment deadline | Class days and other payment deadlines | |||||
| Held in May | 2026 Sunday, May 24th |
June 11th (Thursday) - June 22nd (Monday) | September 1st (Tue) ~ Thursday, September 10th |
Thursday, September 24th | Thursday, October 22nd | Thursday, November 5th |
| Held in June | 2026 Sunday, June 21st |
July 21st (Tuesday) - July 29th (Wednesday) | ||||
| Held in July | 2026 July 26th (Sunday) |
August 17th (Monday) - August 24th (Monday) | September 16th (Wednesday) ~ Friday, September 25th |
Thursday, October 1st | ||
| Held in August | 2026 August 23rd (Sunday) |
September 9th (Wednesday) - September 16th (Wednesday) | October 5th (Monday) ~ Thursday, October 15th |
October 27th (Tuesday) | Monday, November 16th | December 1st (Tuesday) |
| Held in September | 2026 September 27th (Sunday) |
October 12th (Monday/Holiday) - October 19th (Monday) | Thursday, November 5th Thursday, November 12th |
Thursday, November 19th | Friday, December 18th | 2027 Wednesday, January 6th |
Applicants for the comprehensive selection entrance examination (classroom experience method) are required to participate in university trial classes.
- Faculty of Global Nursing
[Assignment method]
| Entry Assignment submission period (must arrive) |
Interview date | application Notification of availability |
Application Period (Postmark valid) |
Web Date of announcement of results |
Enrollment deadline | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entrance fee payment deadline | Tuition and other payment deadlines | ||||||
| 1st | 2026 August 4th (Tuesday) - August 19th (Wednesday) |
Saturday, September 5th | Thursday, September 10th | September 15th (Tue) ~ Thursday, September 24th |
Thursday, October 1st | October 19th (Monday) | November 3rd (Tuesday/Holiday) |
| 2nd time | 2026 November 3rd (Tuesday/Holiday) - November 16th (Monday) |
December 6th (Sunday) | Wednesday, December 9th | December 14th (Monday) ~ January 11, 2027 (Monday/Holiday) |
Thursday, January 21st | February 9th (Tuesday) | March 1st (Monday) |
[Trial Lesson Format]
| University trial classes Participation date |
Entry Application period |
Interview date | Application Period (Postmark valid) |
Web Date of announcement of results |
Enrollment deadline | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entrance fee payment deadline | Class days and other payment deadlines | ||||||
| Held in May | 2026 Sunday, May 24th |
Thursday, June 11th ~ Monday, June 22nd |
July 19th (Sunday) | September 1st (Tue) ~ Thursday, September 10th |
Thursday, September 24th | Thursday, October 22nd | Thursday, November 5th |
| Held in June | 2026 Sunday, June 21st |
From July 21st (Tuesday) Wednesday, July 29th |
August 16th (Sunday) | ||||
| Held in July | 2026 July 26th (Sunday) |
August 17th (Monday) ~ Monday, August 24th |
Saturday, September 5th | September 16th (Wednesday) ~ Friday, September 25th |
Thursday, October 1st | ||
| Held in August | 2026 August 23rd (Sunday) |
September 9th (Wednesday) ~ Wednesday, September 16th |
September 27th (Sunday) | October 5th (Monday) ~ Thursday, October 15th |
October 27th (Tuesday) | Monday, November 16th | December 1st (Tuesday) |
Applicants for the comprehensive selection entrance examination (classroom experience method) are required to participate in university trial classes.
- Faculty of Human Information Science
[Assignment method, English method, special skills method]
| Entry Assignment submission period (must arrive) |
Interview date | application Notification of availability |
Application Period (Postmark valid) |
Web Date of announcement of results |
Enrollment deadline | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entrance fee payment deadline | Tuition and other payment deadlines | ||||||
| 1st | 2026 November 3rd (Tuesday/Holiday) - November 16th (Monday) |
December 6th (Sunday) | Wednesday, December 9th | December 14th (Monday) ~ January 11, 2027 (Monday/Holiday) |
Thursday, January 21st | February 9th (Tuesday) | March 1st (Monday) |
| 2nd time | 2027 January 5th (Tuesday) - January 15th (Friday) |
Wednesday, February 3rd | Monday, February 8th | February 11th (Thursday/Holiday) ~ Wednesday, February 24th |
Thursday, March 4th | Monday, March 15th | |
[Trial Lesson Format]
| University trial class participation day | Application Period(Postmark valid) | Interview date | Web Date of announcement of results |
Enrollment deadline | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entrance fee payment deadline | Tuition and other payment deadlines | |||||
| Held in July | Held in May, June, July, and August For those taking university trial classes |
September 9th (Wednesday) ~ Wednesday, September 16th |
September 27th (Sunday) | October 27th (Tuesday) | Monday, November 16th | December 1st (Tuesday) |
| Held in August | September 27, 2026 (Sunday) September event For those taking university trial classes |
October 12th (Monday/holiday) ~ October 19th (Monday) |
Sunday, October 25th | Thursday, November 19th | Friday, December 18th | 2027 Wednesday, January 6th |
Applicants for the comprehensive selection entrance examination (classroom experience method) are required to participate in university trial classes.
2027 Entrance Examination Calendar
Comprehensive Entrance Examination
- Entry
Assignment submission period - Interview date
- Application Period
- Date of announcement of results
[Assignment-based method, English-based method, Faculty of Intercultural Japanese Studies English-based method, Portfolio presentation method, Architecture / Interior Design major method, Special skills method]
School recommendation selection entrance exam
- Faculty of Intercultural Japanese Studies
- Faculty of Architecture & Arts
- Faculty of Business Administration
- Faculty of Health and Nutrition
- Faculty of Global Nursing
- Faculty of Human Information Science
| Entrance Exam Type | Application Period(Postmark valid) | Application date at the counter 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
Interview date Exam date |
Testing venue | Web Date of announcement of results |
Enrollment deadline | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entrance fee payment deadline | Tuition and other payment deadlines | ||||||
| Designated schools method |
From Monday, November 2, 2026 Friday, November 13th |
ー | Saturday, November 21st | Nishinomiya Shukugawa Campus | Monday, November 30th | Friday, December 18th | 2027 Wednesday, January 6th |
| Public recruitment method (A schedule) |
2026 Thursday, October 8th Wednesday, October 21st |
Thursday, October 22nd | Wednesday, November 4th | Nishinomiya Shukugawa Campus* Osaka Castle Campus Himeji/Yonago |
Thursday, November 19th | Friday, December 18th | 2027 Wednesday, January 6th |
| Thursday, November 5th | Nishinomiya Shukugawa Campus* Osaka Castle Campus |
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| Public recruitment method (B schedule) |
2026 Thursday, November 12th Thursday, November 26th |
ー | December 6th (Sunday) | Nishinomiya Shukugawa Campus | Friday, December 18th | 2027 Wednesday, January 13th |
Wednesday, January 27th |
*On November 4th and 5th, the Nishinomiya Shukugawa Campus venue is only open to students from Faculty of Intercultural Japanese Studies, the Faculty of Architecture & Art, Faculty of Modern Social Studies, Faculty of Business Administration, and the Faculty of Human Information.
2027 Entrance Examination Calendar
School recommendation selection entrance exam
- Application Period
- Interview date / Exam date
- Date of announcement of results
General Entrance Examination
- Faculty of Intercultural Japanese Studies
- Faculty of Architecture & Arts
- Faculty of Business Administration
- Faculty of Health and Nutrition
- Faculty of Global Nursing
- Faculty of Human Information Science
| Entrance Exam Type | Application Period(Postmark valid) | Application date at the counter 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
Exam date | Testing venue | Web Date of announcement of results |
Enrollment deadline | |
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| Entrance fee payment deadline | Tuition and other payment deadlines | ||||||
| General Selection Entrance Exam (A schedule) |
From Monday, December 7, 2026 Monday, January 18, 2027 |
January 19th (Tuesday) | January 26th (Tuesday) | Nishinomiya Shukugawa Campus Osaka Castle Campus / Himeji * |
Wednesday, February 10th | March 1st (Monday) | Wednesday, March 10th |
| Wednesday, January 27th | Nishinomiya Shukugawa Campus Osaka Castle Campus / Okayama * |
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| General Selection Entrance Exam (B schedule) |
From Monday, December 7, 2026 Friday, February 12, 2027 |
Monday, February 15th | Friday, February 26th | Nishinomiya Shukugawa Campus Osaka Castle Campus |
Thursday, March 4th | Wednesday, March 17th | |
| Saturday, February 27th | |||||||
| General Selection Entrance Exam (Final Challenge Entrance Exam) |
From Friday, February 19, 2027 Thursday, March 4th |
Friday, March 5th | Thursday, March 11th | Nishinomiya Shukugawa Campus | Friday, March 12th | Wednesday, March 24th | |
*Regional venues will hold the event on one of the two days.
2027 Entrance Examination Calendar
General Entrance Examination
- Application Period
- Exam date
- Date of announcement of results
University Admissions Common Test Admissions
- Faculty of Intercultural Japanese Studies
- Faculty of Architecture & Arts
- Faculty of Business Administration
- Faculty of Health and Nutrition
- Faculty of Global Nursing
- Faculty of Human Information Science
| Entrance Exam Type | Application Period(Postmark valid) | Exam date | Testing venue | Web Date of announcement of results |
Enrollment deadline | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entrance fee payment deadline | Tuition and other payment deadlines | |||||
| Common University Entrance Examination Entrance examination using the system (Schedule A) |
From Monday, December 7, 2026 Friday, January 22, 2027 |
ー | ー | February 11th (Thursday/Holiday) | March 1st (Monday) | Wednesday, March 10th |
| Common University Entrance Examination Entrance examination using the service (Schedule B) |
From Monday, December 7, 2026 Friday, February 19, 2027 |
ー | ー | Thursday, March 4th | Wednesday, March 17th | |
2027 Entrance Examination Calendar
Common University Entrance Examination
- Application Period
- Date of announcement of results
Special Entrance Examination
- Faculty of Intercultural Japanese Studies
- Faculty of Architecture & Arts
- Faculty of Business Administration
- Faculty of Human Information Science
| Entrance Exam Type | Application Period(Postmark valid) | Exam date | Testing venue | Web Date of announcement of results |
Enrollment deadline | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entrance fee payment deadline | Tuition and other payment deadlines | |||||
| International students Special Entrance Examination (Schedule A) |
From Thursday, October 1, 2026 Thursday, October 15th |
Thursday, November 5th | Nishinomiya Shukugawa Campus | Thursday, November 19th | Monday, December 7th | Friday, December 18th |
| member of society Special Entrance Examination |
From Monday, December 14, 2026 Tuesday, January 12, 2027 |
Wednesday, January 27th | February 11th (Thursday/Holiday) | March 1st (Monday) | Wednesday, March 10th | |
| Students returning from overseas Special Entrance Examination |
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| International students Special entrance examination (Schedule B) |
March 1st (Monday) * | March 10th (Wednesday) * | ||||
| International students Special entrance examination (Schedule C) |
January 11, 2027 (Monday/Holiday) ~ Thursday, February 4th |
Saturday, February 27th | Thursday, March 4th | Wednesday, March 17th | ||
*Since it takes time for international students to obtain their residence status, the deadline for payment of entrance fees and tuition fees will be February 19th (Friday).
- Faculty of Health and Nutrition
- Faculty of Global Nursing
| Entrance Exam Type | Application Period(Postmark valid) | Exam date | Testing venue | Web Date of announcement of results |
Enrollment deadline | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entrance fee payment deadline | Tuition and other payment deadlines | |||||
| Special entrance examination for working adults (A schedule) |
From Monday, December 14, 2026 Tuesday, January 12, 2027 |
Wednesday, January 27th | Nishinomiya Shukugawa Campus | February 11th (Thursday/Holiday) | March 1st (Monday) | Wednesday, March 10th |
| Special entrance examination for working adults (B schedule) |
January 11, 2027 (Monday/Holiday) ~ Thursday, February 4th |
Saturday, February 27th | Thursday, March 4th | Wednesday, March 17th | ||
| International students Special Entrance Examination |
From Monday, December 14, 2026 Tuesday, January 12, 2027 |
Wednesday, January 27th | February 11th (Thursday/Holiday) | March 1st (Monday) * | March 10th (Wednesday) * | |
| Students returning from overseas Special Entrance Examination |
March 1st (Monday) | Wednesday, March 10th | ||||
*Since it takes time for international students to obtain their residence status, the deadline for payment of entrance fees and tuition fees will be February 19th (Friday).
2027 Entrance Examination Calendar
Special Entrance Examination
- Application Period
- Exam date
- Date of announcement of results
Transfer Examination
- Faculty of Intercultural Japanese Studies
- Faculty of Architecture & Arts
- Faculty of Business Administration
| Entrance Exam Type | Application Period(Postmark valid) | Exam date | Testing venue | Web Date of announcement of results |
Enrollment deadline | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entrance fee payment deadline | Tuition and other payment deadlines | |||||
| 2nd and 3rd year Transfer entrance examination (Schedule A) |
From Thursday, October 1, 2026 Thursday, October 15th |
Thursday, November 5th | Nishinomiya Shukugawa Campus | Thursday, November 19th | Monday, December 7th | Friday, December 18th |
| Special English-language entrance examination for second and third-year students (Schedule A) | ||||||
| 2nd and 3rd year Transfer entrance examination (Schedule B) |
From Monday, December 14, 2026 Tuesday, January 12, 2027 |
Wednesday, January 27th | February 11th (Thursday/Holiday) | March 1st (Monday) * | March 10th (Wednesday) * | |
| Special English-language entrance examination for second and third-year students (Schedule B) | ||||||
| 2nd and 3rd year Transfer entrance examination (Schedule C) |
January 11, 2027 (Monday/Holiday) ~ Thursday, February 4th |
Saturday, February 27th | Thursday, March 4th | Wednesday, March 17th | ||
| Special English-language entrance examination for second and third-year students (Schedule C) | ||||||
*Since it takes time for international students to obtain their residence status, the deadline for payment of entrance fees and tuition fees will be February 19th (Friday).
- Faculty of Health and Nutrition
| Entrance Exam Type | Application Period(Postmark valid) | Exam date | Testing venue | Web Date of announcement of results |
Enrollment deadline | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entrance fee payment deadline | Tuition and other payment deadlines | |||||
| third year Transfer entrance examination (Schedule A) |
From Thursday, October 1, 2026 Thursday, October 15th |
Thursday, November 5th | Osaka Castle Campus | Thursday, November 19th | Monday, December 7th | Friday, December 18th |
| third year Transfer entrance examination (Schedule B) |
From Monday, December 14, 2026 Tuesday, January 12, 2027 |
Wednesday, January 27th | February 11th (Thursday/Holiday) | March 1st (Monday) * | March 10th (Wednesday) * | |
*Since it takes time for international students to obtain their residence status, the deadline for payment of entrance fees and tuition fees will be February 19th (Friday).
2027 Entrance Examination Calendar
Transfer Examination
- Application Period
- Exam date
- Date of announcement of results
(FY2027)
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