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I found it! An entrance exam guide that lets you choose the one that suits you.

Key points for the entrance exam

Otemae University 's entrance examinations have been further enhanced.
Your chances of passing have increased.

  • 01

    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.

  • 02

    Make use of your special skills and qualifications
    Expand your chances of passing
    Comprehensive Selection Entrance Examination: Special Skills Method

  • 03

    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

  • 04

    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.

  • 05

    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.

  • 06

    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.

  • 07

    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.

  • 08

    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)."

  • 09

    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.

  • 10

    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.

  • 11

    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.

  • 12

    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.

  • 13

    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.

    [1]
    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.)
    [2]
    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.)

  • 14

    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.

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.

Learn more Comprehensive Selection Entrance Examination Web Entry

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 more School Recommendation-Based Entrance Examination (Public Application Method) - Letter of Recommendation

General 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

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University 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.

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Special Entrance Examination

I want to study as a working adult and as an international student.

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Transfer Examination

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.

merit1 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.

Click here for more information about tuition fees and scholarship programs.

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.

GTEC 930 or higher; Eiken (Practical English Proficiency Test) TEAP 225 or higher; TEAP CBT 420 or higher; TOEFL iBT 42 or higher; Cambridge English Qualifications 140 or higher; IELTS 4.0 or higher
Learn more For more information on tuition fees and scholarship programs, please click here.

merit3 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)

Example: Multiple Exam Dates Day 1: Apply to your first-choice Faculty of Business Administration (2-subject selection method) - 30,000 yen Day 2: Apply to your first-choice Faculty of Business Administration (2-subject selection method) - Discount for taking both days - 10,000 yen Three Faculties Applied to: Days 1 & 2: Apply to your second choice Faculty of Modern Social Studies and your third choice Faculty of Intercultural Japanese Studies (2-subject selection method) - Additional examination fee - 5,000 yen

* 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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merit4 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
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]

2026 Entrance Examination Calendar

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
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
2026 Entrance Examination Calendar

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
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 *
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
2026 Entrance Examination Calendar

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
2026 Entrance Examination Calendar

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
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
2026 Entrance Examination Calendar

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
2026 Entrance Examination Calendar
For more details, see "Otemae University 2027 Academic Year"
(FY2027)
Admissions Guide for Students
Please check the "Application Guidelines".

Tuition and scholarship system

Otemae University offers various systems, such as scholarships and special student programs, to ensure that students can enjoy their student life without worrying about their daily living expenses.

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Entrance Exam Q&A

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Here are some frequently asked questions.

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