For People Overseas

International Students
Classification and Selection of International Students
Procedure for Entry to Japan
Tuition fees
Housing
Scholarship for Privately-financed International Students
FAQ by International Students

* If discrepancies in interpretation occur between the Japanese and English versions, the former will have priority over the latter.

1. International Students

At Shimane University, International students are defined as those whose visa status of residency is "College Student"

Degree Courses	Undergraduate Students（Bachelor's courses）		Completion of 12 years education in a foreign country. Applicants approved by the Minister of Education (MEXT).
	Graduate Student	Master's courses	Completion of 16 years education in a foreign country. Graduates from a Japanese University. Applicants approved by the Minister of Education (MEXT). People aged over 22 who do not have Bachelor's degrees, but who have equivalent ability to university graduates, judged by Shimane University to be suitable for entry. People who do not have Bachelor's degrees, but who have equivalent ability to University graduates, passed Shimane University examination to be suitable for entry.
		Doctoral courses	Holders of Master's degrees Holders of degrees equivalent of a Master's, gained in a foreign country. Ppplicants approved by the Minister of Education (MEXT). People aged over 24 who do not have Master's degrees, but who have equivalent ability to Master's graduates, and are judged by Shimane University to be suitable for entry. People who do not have Master's degrees, but who have equivalent ability to Master's graduates, and have passed Shimane University examinations suitable for entry.
		Doctoral course in the Faculty of Medicine	Completion of 18 years education in a foreign country Graduates from departments of medicine or dentistry in Japanese universities. Applicants approved by the Minister of Education (MEXT). People aged over 24 who do not have Bachelor's degrees, but who have equivalent ability to graduates from departments of medicine or dentistry, and are judged by Shimane University to be suitable for entry. People who do not have Bachelor's degrees, but who have equivalent ability to university graduates from departments of medicine or dentistry, and have passed Shimane University examinations suitable for entry.
Non -degree courses	Part-time student	Undergraduate course	Completion of 12 year-education in foreign country. Applicants approved by the Minister of Education(MEXT). Applicants approved to have sufficient ability for the course.
		Master course	Completion of 16 year-education in foreign country. Graduates from Japanese University. Applicants approved to have ability for the course.
		Doctor course	Completion of 18 year-education in foreign country. Graduates from Master course in Japanese university. Applicants approved to have ability for the course.
		Doctor course on faculty of Medicine	Completion of 18 year-education in foreign country. Graduates from the department of medicine or dentistry in Japanese University. Applicants approved to have ability for the course.
	Research student	Undergraduate course	・Completion 16 year-education in foreign country. ・graduates from Japanese University. 　　・Applicants approved to have ability for the research topic.
		Master course	completion of 18 year-education in foreign country. graduates from Master course in Japanese university. applicants approved to have ability for the research topic.
		Doctor course	completion of 21 year education in foreign country. graduates from Doctor course in Japanese University. applicants approved to have ability for the research topic.
		Doctor course on faculty of Medicine	completion of 22 year education in foreign country. graduates from Doctor course of the department of medicine or dentistry in Japanese University. applicants approved to have ability for the research topic.
	Exchange Student	Special Auditing Students (Undergraduate)	Based on the student exchange agreement, we welcome students from partner universities and allow them to take undergraduate course at Shimane U. If they pass exams, they will earn credits and its certificate.
		Special Auditing Students (Graduate)	Based on the student exchange agreement, we welcome students from partner universities and allow them to take graduate course at Shimane U. If they pass exams, they will earn credits and its certificate.
		Special Research Students	Based on the studet exchange agreement, we welcome students from partner universities and allow them to take research supervsion at graduate school.

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2. Classification and Selection of International Students

1) Japanese Government Scholarship Students

Japanese government scholarships pay monthly allowance, and also cover your international round trip air-fare to and from Japan.

Graduate course stipend	Master 144,000 yen/month
Graduate course stipend	Doctor 145,000 yen/month
Undergraduate course stipend	117,000 yen/month

Nomination by the Japanese embassy in your home country

The Japanese Embassy in your country provides application forms, and also selects successful candidates from the applications received. Please contact the nearest Japanese Embassy in your country for more information.

>Research student (Graduate Student)

Applicants must be under 35 years old and must have a bachelor's degree.

Fields of study:

<Humanities course>: literature, history, aesthetics, law, politics, economics, business administration, sociology, music, art
<Science course>: science, engineering, agriculture, marine products study, pharmacology, dentistry, domestic science

>Teacher Training Students

Applicants must be under 35 years old and must have a bachelor's degree. After undertaking six months Japanese language training in a university designated by the Japanese government, successful applicants study education for one year as non-degree research students.

>Undergraduate Students

Applicants who have graduated from high school take an examination at the Japanese diplomatic mission in their home country. After taking one year of Japanese education, successful applicants take an entrance examination for a university designated by the Japanese Government.

>Japanese Studies Students

Applicants must be enrolled in undergraduate university courses in their home country and be aged from 18 to 30. Successful applicants will be enrolled as part-time students for one year.

Nomination by Shimane University

Shimane University selects candidates from applicants. If you are nominated by Shimane University and are accepted by the Japanese government, you can study at Shimane University with a scholarship. If you have any questions about applications, please contact the International Student Section. (ied-ryugaku@office.shimane-u.ac.jp)

>Research Students (Graduate Students)

Applicants must be less than 35 years old and must hold a bachelor's degree.

>Japanese Studies Students

This program is for international students from universities that have exchange agreements with Shimane University. Successful applicants are enrolled by a part time student for a year.

2) Privately-financed International Students

Degree course

International students in this category can enter Shimane University by either "Regular Selection" or "Privately-financed International Student Special Selection". Please contact our Admission Office for more information. (http://www.nyushi.shimane-u.ac.jp/)

a) Regular Selection

Under Regular Selection, candidates take an entrance examination with ordinary Japanese students. Shimane University selects successful applicants based on the results of the examination.

b) Privately-financed International Student Special Selection

Undergraduate courses

Shimane University selects successful applicants based on their EJU (http://www.jasso.go.jp/examination/efjuafis.html) scores. EJU examination sites are located in foreign countries as well as in Japan. Foreign residents who pass the examination can thus be accepted without having to travel to Japan. This special selection is available for the Faculty of Law and Literature, the Faculty of Science and Engineering, and the Faculty of Life and Environmental Science.

Graduate courses

Candidates may enter graduate courses depending on the results of examinations or interviews, as determined by each individual faculty.

Humanities and Social Sciences: Masters course

Education: Masters

Medicine: Masters, Doctors

Nursing: Masters

Science and Engineering: Masters, Doctoral

Graduate course Special Program

In this program, all lectures and seminars are given in English. Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree

Fields of Study:

　・GRADUATE SCHOOL OF NATURAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
　　Graduate Course in Earth Science and Geoenvironmental Science for Foreign Students
　　http://www.geo.shimane-u.ac.jp/spfs/front.html
　・GRADUATE SCHOOL OF NATURAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
　　Special Program for Privately Funded International Students　　

3) Foreign Government Scholarship Students

Foreign government scholarship programs are available in Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Singapore, the United Arab Emirates, and Kuwait. Please contact the appropriate government agency in your country for more information.

4) Exchange Students

Students from foreign universities that have exchange agreements with Shimane University can study here as exchange students for one year. They are enrolled as non-degree part-time students (Special Auditing Students) in either undergraduate or graduate courses. Such students must return to their home university to complete their degree courses. Please contact the International Office in your home university for more information. For the information of Student Exchange Agreement with International University/Institute, please refer to this page.

For your reference, the guidebook for exchange students are available here (PDF, 1MB).

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3. Procedure for Entry to Japan

1) Complete admission procedures for Shimane University

2) Apply for Certificate of Eligibility

The applicant or their proxy (University officials, family of the applicant, or a sibling residing in Japan) may make an Application for Certificate of Eligibility at an Immigration Office in Japan. After receiving the certificate of eligibility, the proxy sends it to the applicant in their country of residence.

Documents required:

Application for Certificate of Eligibility
A copy of your passport (Page of Name, birthday and passport number)
2 passport- style photos (4cm X 3cm) taken within last 6 months
Financial Certificate
Certification of Japanese Language Proficiency Test
Notification of Passing Entrance Examination
* All certificates must have Japanese translations

Note:: Government Scholarship Students recommended by Shimane University or the Japanese Embassy in your home country do not have to obtain a Certificate of Eligibility. Please follow the instructions of the University or the Embassy and apply for a "College Student" Visa.

3) Apply for a "College Student" Visa at the nearest Japanese diplomatic post (embassy or consulate) in your home country

Documents required:: Certificate of Eligibility, your passport, and 2 passport-style photos

4) Entry to Japan

Note:: It may take a long time a Certificate of Eligibility and Visa to be granted, depending on your country. You are strongly advised to begin the application procedure well before you plan to start your studies. Please follow the advice of Shimane University and the appropriate diplomatic mission in this matter.

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4. Tuition fees

Government Scholarship Students, Foreign Government Scholarship, and Exchange Students are exempt from tuition fees.

	Entrance Year		Academic Year 2019
Undergraduate	Application fee		¥17,000
	Admission fee		¥282,000
	Tuition Fee	1 year	¥535,800
		1st semester	¥267,900
		2nd semester	¥267,900
Graduate	Application fee		¥30,000
	Admission fee		¥282,000
	Tuition Fee	1 year	¥535,800
		1st semester	¥267,900
		2nd semester	¥267,900
Non-degree Research Student	Application fee		¥9,800
	Admission fee		¥84,600
	Tuition fee / month		¥29,700
Part-time Student	Application fee		¥9,800
	Admission fee		¥28,200
	1 credit		¥14,800

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5. Housing

1) Shimane University International Houses

-Matsue Campus

Address	Matsue City, Sugata-cho
Single room	26 rooms, rent 5,900 yen per month (Deposit: 15,000 yen, Management fees: 3,500yen per month)
Double room	1 room, rent 9,500 yen per month (Deposit: 20,000 yen, Management fees: 3,000yen per month)
Maximum period of stay	1 year

-Izumo Campus

Address	Izumo City, Enya-cho
Single room	8 rooms, 5,900 yen per month (Deposit: 10,000 yen, Management fees: 500yen per month)
Double room	3 rooms, 11,900 yen per month (Deposit: 20,000 yen, Management fees: 700yen per month)
Family room	6 rooms, 14,200 yen per month (Deposit: 30,000 yen, Management fees: 1,000yen per month)

-Izumo Campus Tenjin

Location	2km away from Izumo campus
Family room	24 rooms, 14,200 yen per month (Deposit: 30,000 yen, Management fees: 1,000yen per month)

2) Student Dormitory

Building	Monthly Rent	Facility
A	24,000 yen (Initial Deposit:18,900 Management fee:1,000/month)	Bath & Shower module, Toilet, Washbowl, Small kitchen
B	4,000 yen (Initial Deposit:12,960 Management fee:2,500/month)	(Please use common bath, toilet and kitchen etc. Some are coin operated ones.)
C	16,000 yen (Initial Deposit:18,900 Management fee:1,000/month)	Bath & Shower module, Toilet, Washbowl, Small kitchen

3) Private Residence / Apartments (Mediators: University Coop, real estate agents)

Single room type	40,000 yen ～per month
Shared room type	15,000 yen per month

"Comprehensive Renter's Insurance for International Students Studying in Japan" by Japan Educational Exchanges and Services (http://www.jees.or.jp/crifs/index.htm)

(Comprehensive Renter's insurance + Guarantor's Protection Fund)

This policy provides you with protection against damages to your landlord's property due to fire or accident, accidental damage, damage to your personal belongings due to fire, flooding, or the like, and any losses incurred by your guarantor through the joint guarantee. You can apply for this insurance at the International Student Section.

1 year term	4,000 yen
2 year term	8,000yen

Guarantor

In Japan, a guarantor is usually required before you can take out a contract for a private apartment. The insurance policy described makes it easier for international students to secure a guarantor, by easing the psychological and financial burdens placed on them as your guarantor. If you cannot find a guarantor, the Shimane University International Students Support Association can be your guarantor, provided that you join the insurance scheme.

Loans for Private Apartment rental deposits

If necessary, Shimane University International Students Support Association can loan you the rental deposit (monthly rent for two-three months) you must pay when you first move into a private apartment. If you wish to request a loan from this association, please contact the International Student Section.

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6. Scholarship for Privately-financed International Students

International Students for degree courses are eligible to apply. Not all international students can receive these scholarships.

Selection in First Semester (Scholarship for the current adacemic year)	Scholarship Name	Eligibility	No. of awardees in AY2018	Amount
	Shimane International Center Scholarship for International Students	Undergraduate and Graduate students	8	¥20,000/month
	Furukawa Ikuei Scholarship	Graduate students at Graduate school of Medicine	1	¥25,000/month
	Gakushu Shoureihi (Honors scholarship)	Undergraduate and Graduate students	23	¥48,000/month
	Internship Scholarship (Lump sum scholarship)	Undergraduate and Graduate students (Designated grade only)		Those who particiapte in internship in Shimane for more than 2 years Those who participate ¥100,000 Those who participate and get job ¥250,000
Selection in Second Semester (Scholarship for the next academic year)	Rotary Yoneyama Scholarship	Undergraduate students	1	¥100,000/month
	Rotary Yoneyama Scholarship	Graduate students	8	¥140,000/month
	Heiwa Nakajima Scholarship	Undergraduate and Graduate students		¥100,000/month
	Kawashima Memorial Scholarship	Undergraduate and Graduate students (Designated grade only)		¥100,000/month
	Sagawa Scholarship for International Students	Undergraduate and Graduate students from South-East Asia (Designated grade only)		¥100,000/month
	Hashiya Scholarship	Student from Indonesia	1	¥100,000/month
	Yasuda Scholarship	Undergraduate students (Designated grade only)		¥100,000/month
	Korean Scholarship Foundation	Undergraduate student from Korea		¥25,000/month
		Master course student from Korea		¥40,000/month
		Doctor course student from Korea		¥70,000/month
	Otsuka Toshimi Scholarship Foundation	Graduate student from Asia, Middle East, Africa, Brazil, Russia and Czech Republic	1	¥80,000～160,000/month