Some frequently asked questions are listed below.
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- Q. I would like to study at the University of Shizuoka as an international student, exchange student or a MEXT scholarship international student. What are the eligibility requirements and procedures?
- Q. Where can I purchase the postal money order needed to pay the entrance examination fee?
- Q. Can I receive my examination admission ticket from overseas?
- Q. How can I obtain questions from past examinations?
- Q. Please tell me about visas.
- Q. How many international students are enrolled at the University?
- Q. Does the university offer English-based degree programs?
- Q. What kinds of scholarships are available?
- Q. Are dormitories available?
- Q. Please tell me about tuition.
- Q. Please tell me about tuition reductions and waivers.
- Q. I am a graduate. How can I request issue of a graduation certificate?
Q. I would like to study at the University of Shizuoka as an international student, exchange student or a MEXT scholarship international student. What are the eligibility requirements and procedures?
A. The "Entrance Examination Guidelines" for international students can be downloaded from the "Entrance Examination Guidelines (Japanese Webpage)" page. For those who wish to study as exchange students or MEXT-sponsored international students, please contact the International Affairs Office directly for further information.
Q. Where can I purchase the postal money order needed to pay the entrance examination fee?
A. Postal money orders for the entrance examination fee (17,000 yen plus an additional handling fee) can be purchased at any post offices in Japan. However, a Japanese address is required for the purchase. If you live overseas, please ask someone in Japan, such as a friend or acquaintance, to purchase it for you. If this is not possible, contact the Entrance Examination Office for assistance.
Q. Can I receive my examination admission ticket from overseas?
A. If you reside overseas and submit your application from outside Japan, you will receive a PDF copy of your examination admission ticket via email in advance. However, this option is not available for Japanese nationals temporarily residing abroad or returnee students. On the day of the exam, please bring a printed copy and present it at the reception to exchange it for the original.
Q. How can I obtain questions from past examinations?
A. Questions from past examinations are available at the counter in the Entrance Examination Office or by post. To request them by post, send a size-2 rectangular return envelope (240 mm wide by 332 mm long), with 140 yen in stamps affixed and the recipient’s name and address written on it, to the Entrance Examination Office. Enclose in the envelope a note indicating the department and type of entrance examination for which you request past questions (for example, “Examination questions from entrance examination for privately funded international students in the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences”) and the name and telephone number of the requester. Note that questions from past examinations do not include the correct answers. If you also desire the correct answers, see how to request them on the University website or ask the Entrance Examination Office.
Q. Please tell me about visas.
A. For details about visas, please visit the “About visa” page.
Q. How many international students are enrolled at the University?
A. For details about the number of international students, please visit the “Fact and figures” page.
Q. Does the university offer English-based degree programs?
A. The university does not offer such programs at the moment.
Q. What kinds of scholarships are available?
A. Students may apply to the University’s own scholarships, Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) scholarships, scholarships from local businesses, and scholarships from private organizations. For details, visit the “Scholarships” page
Q. Are dormitories available?
A. The University does not have dormitories. Please use nearby apartments. While the Student Affairs Office does provide information for students desiring to rent apartments or room and board, it does not provide mediation services.
Q. Please tell me about tuition.
A. For information on tuition fees, please visit the “Tuition fees” page.
Q. Please tell me about tuition reductions and waivers.
A. For information on tuition reductions and waivers, please visit the “Tuition fees” page.
Q. I am a graduate. How can I request issue of a graduation certificate?
A. For details on how to request a graduation certificate, please visit the “Certificates” page.