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Hokkaido University of Education

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Type
Public University
Founded
Students
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Hokkaido University of Education: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Hokkaido University of Education is a public university in Japan. It suits international applicants who want a public institution in Japan and need to confirm programme options and application details directly with the university.

  2. What you can study

    The university’s programme catalogue is not listed here. It is a public university in Japan, so the first step is to check its official website for the subjects and degrees currently open to applicants.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should use the official website to check entry requirements, document lists, deadlines, and whether any programme-specific conditions apply. If you need visa, language, or transfer information, confirm those points with the admissions office before applying.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range here, so confirm the current fee for your programme and student status with its admissions office. Living costs in Japan will depend on your city, housing, and lifestyle, so you should budget separately for accommodation, food, transport, and insurance.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated here, so confirm it on the official website before applying. Check whether your chosen programme accepts international students, what documents are needed, whether any language test is required, and how the visa process is handled.

  6. How it compares

    Japan has 571 universities, so this institution sits in a very crowded higher-education system. As a public university, it may appeal to applicants looking for a state institution in Japan, but programme availability and entry requirements need to be checked directly rather than assumed from the institution’s name.

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 — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Hokkaido University of Education

What type of university is Hokkaido University of Education?

It is a public university in Japan.

Which country is it in?

It is in Japan.

Does it publish tuition fees here?

No tuition fee range is given here, so you should confirm the current fee with its admissions office.

How many universities are there in Japan?

There are 571 universities in Japan.

Overview

Hokkaido University , or Hokudai (北大), is a public research university in Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan. Founded in 1918, it is the fifth-oldest government-authorised university in Japan and one of the former Imperial Universities.

Programs at Hokkaido University of Education

1 programs across 1 study levels.

PhD / Doctorate

PhD / Doctorate Education

博士後期課程

Hokkaido University of Education

⏱ 4–6 years 🎓 Full Time

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

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, bachelor’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 — verify with official sources before applying.

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