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Kogakuin University

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Kogakuin University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Kogakuin University is a public university in Japan, and the clear fit if you are looking for an institution in Tokyo. It suits applicants who want a Japanese university setting and need to confirm programme options directly.

  2. What you can study

    The available information does not list subject areas or degree programmes. Kogakuin University should be treated as a university in Tokyo whose programme catalogue needs to be checked on its official website before applying.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should check the university’s official website for admission requirements, application dates, document lists, and any language conditions. Because no admissions details are published in the available information, confirm the full process with the admissions office before you apply.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range in the available information; confirm the current fee with its admissions office. Living costs in Tokyo can be significant, so budget for housing, transport, food, and insurance separately.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not published, so confirm it before applying. If you are moving from abroad, check visa steps, entry requirements, tuition payment timing, and whether you will need proof of language ability or other supporting documents.

  6. How it compares

    Japan has 571 universities, so Kogakuin University is one option in a large higher education system. Its Tokyo location may be useful if you want to study in the capital, but you still need to compare programme availability and admissions details directly with other institutions.

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 Kogakuin University

What kind of university is Kogakuin University?

It is a public university in Japan.

Where is Kogakuin University located?

It is in Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan.

What is the university website?

http://www.kogakuin.ac.jp/

Is the tuition fee published?

The university does not publish a tuition fee range in the available information; confirm the current fee with its admissions office.

Overview

Kogakuin University is a private university in Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan. Its predecessor was named "Koshu Gakko" (工手学校) and was one of the oldest private engineering schools in Japan.

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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