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Konan Women's University

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Konan Women's University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Konan Women's University is a women’s university in Kobe, Japan. It suits applicants who are looking for a women’s institution in Japan and want to confirm current programmes and admissions details directly with the university.

  2. What you can study

    Konan Women's University is a women’s college in Higashinada-ku, Kobe, Hyōgo. The programme catalogue is not published in the information available here, so check the official university website for current subjects, degree options, and the language of instruction.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions process and confirm entry requirements, deadlines, and document lists on the official website. The university’s admissions office should also be contacted to check whether any programme-specific tests, interviews, or language requirements apply.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a fee for international students in the information available here; confirm the current tuition and any other charges with its admissions office. Living costs in Kobe will still need to be budgeted separately, including housing, food, transport, and study materials.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated here, so confirm it before applying. Also check visa requirements, whether your chosen programme is open to international students, what documents are needed, and whether support is available after arrival.

  6. How it compares

    There are 571 universities in Japan, so Konan Women's University sits within a large national higher-education system. Its main distinguishing feature in this comparison is that it is a women’s university in Kobe, so it may suit applicants who want that setting rather than a larger mixed institution.

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 Konan Women's University

Where is Konan Women's University located?

It is in Higashinada-ku, Kobe, Hyōgo, Japan.

What type of institution is Konan Women's University?

It is a public university.

Is Konan Women's University a women’s university?

Yes. It is a women’s university.

What is the university’s website?

http://www.konan-wu.ac.jp/

Overview

Konan Women's University is a private women's college in Higashinada-ku, Kobe, Hyōgo, Japan. The predecessor of the school was founded in 1920, and it was chartered as a junior college in 1955. In 1964 it became a four-year college.

Programs at Konan Women's University

1 programs across 1 study levels.

Other

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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