How to Apply (Undergraduate)

First, explore our official website and find out more about our programs’ Key Features, Field of Study, and Curriculum on the Academics page. The information on this page will give you a general overview of what our programs are all about.
If you would like to learn more about what our institution has to offer, the About KUAS and Student Life sections can provide you with helpful information, such as a simple guide to life in Kyoto, campus and dormitory information, and more.
We also recommend downloading the Prospectus, which contains specific information on our programs and gives insight into what life is like for students of our programs.

Be sure to check the Eligibility page and confirm the requirements for admission. This page lists the required English language proficiency and subjects to be studied at the high-school/upper-secondary level. Don’t forget to check the Admission Schedules, which will serve as a useful reference to help you stay on track during the admission process.
Download and read the Application Guidelines carefully. These guidelines contain a great deal of important information on admissions.

Several documents must be submitted with the application and should be prepared in advance. The Application Guidelines and the Required Documents page provide information about such documents.
We advise applicants to request their letters of recommendation in advance to prevent complications or late submissions.
If you are applying to the Faculty of Bioenvironmental Sciences, please view the videos on the following page before writing your essay.

If you are ready to apply, begin the process by clicking the “Apply” button at the top and bottom of this page. Applications are done through an online application system (TAO) and can be submitted during the entry periods.
Fill in all forms and upload your prepared documents. If you have any questions about the system, please refer to the guides below.

Remember to pay the application fee during the application period. The application fee is 5,000 JPY (non-refundable) per faculty and is payable via credit/debit card or other international payment options when submitting the application online.

Kyoto University of Advanced Science utilizes Flywire for the processing of our international students’ school fees. Flywire allows for payment from most banks, offers competitive exchange rates, and provides 24-hour user support.

Note: The application fee will not be waived or refunded under any circumstances.

To learn more about you, we may ask you to participate in an online interview. You do not need to travel to Japan for this interview, as they are held via online video chat. Whether you are asked to take an interview or not, it will not affect your chances of being accepted, so there is no need to worry if you do not receive an invitation. For more details about the interviews, please check the Application Guidelines.