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Hiroshima Women's University

ยท Public University

Admissions open
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Public University
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Hiroshima Women's University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Hiroshima Women's University is a public university in Japan. It suits students who want a Japanese public institution and are ready to confirm the available programmes and application details directly with the university.

  2. What you can study

    The universityโ€™s programme catalogue is not published in the information available here, so the subjects and degrees on offer need to be checked on its official website. Before applying, confirm which faculties or programmes accept international students and whether the course you want is taught in a language you can study in.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should check the universityโ€™s official admissions pages for the application route, required documents, deadlines, and any language or entrance-test requirements. If you are applying from abroad, confirm whether there are separate procedures for international students, how to submit transcripts and proof of language ability, and whether the university asks for original documents or certified copies.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a fee for international students; confirm the current tuition and any other mandatory charges with its admissions office. Living costs in Japan will also affect your budget, including housing, food, transport, and daily expenses.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated in the available information, so you need to confirm this before applying. Also check visa requirements, whether the programme accepts international applicants, what proof of language ability is needed, and how housing and health insurance are handled.

  6. How it compares

    Japan has 571 universities, so Hiroshima Women's University sits in a large and varied higher-education system. Its key distinction for an international applicant is that it is a public university, but you still need to verify the actual programme options, admissions rules, and costs before deciding.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them โ€” always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Hiroshima Women's University

Is Hiroshima Women's University public or private?

It is a public university.

What country is Hiroshima Women's University in?

It is in Japan.

What is the university website?

http://www.hirojo-u.ac.jp/

How many universities are there in Japan?

There are 571 universities in Japan.

Overview

Hiroshima University is a Japanese national research university located in Higashihiroshima and Hiroshima, Japan. Established in 1929, it was chartered as a university in 1949 following the merge of a number of national educational institutions. Its abbreviated form is Hirodai, and it is included in the group of quasi-elite national universities in Japan known as โ€œKaneokachihiroโ€.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelorโ€™s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Japan.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance โ€” verify with official sources before applying.

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