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Okinawa International University

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Type
Public University
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International

Okinawa International University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Okinawa International University is a university in Ginowan, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. It suits students who want to study in Okinawa and are comfortable checking current programme and admissions details directly with the university.

  2. What you can study

    The available information only identifies Okinawa International University as a university in Ginowan, Okinawa Prefecture, and does not list specific subject areas or degree programmes. If you are considering applying, check the official website for the current programme catalogue and the language, level, and entry requirements for each course.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should use the university website to confirm the application route, required documents, deadlines, and any course-specific conditions. The university’s admissions office is the right place to confirm whether there are separate requirements for international students, including language expectations and document checks.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a fee for international students here; confirm the current tuition and any application fees with its admissions office. Living costs in Okinawa will depend on housing, transport, and personal spending, so check local estimates before you apply.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated, so confirm this on the official website before applying. Also check whether your programme has language requirements, what documents must be translated or certified, and how visas, housing, and arrival timing are handled.

  6. How it compares

    Japan has 571 universities, so Okinawa International University sits within a large national higher-education system rather than a small one. Its Okinawa location is the main distinguishing detail available, so it may appeal to students specifically looking for a university in Ginowan or in Okinawa Prefecture.

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 Okinawa International University

Where is Okinawa International University located?

It is in Ginowan, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan.

What type of university is it?

It is listed as a public university.

What is the university website?

http://www.okiu.ac.jp/

How many universities are there in Japan?

Japan has 571 universities.

Overview

Okinawa International University , often abbreviated as Okikokudai (沖国大), Okikoku (沖国) or in English OKIU, is a private university in Ginowan in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. It was founded in 1959 as a junior college and became a Japanese university in 1972 after the Okinawa Reversion.

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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