For People Overseas

1. International Students
2. Classification and Selection of International Students
3. Procedure for Entry to Japan
4. Tuition fees
5. Housing
6. Scholarship for Privately-financed International Students 
7. FAQ by International Students

1. International Students

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

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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.

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)

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.

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

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

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 Universeity/Institute, please refer to the following website;

http://kokusai.shimane-u.ac.jp/english/about/agreement.html

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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.

• 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.

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5. Housing

1) Shimane University International Houses

-Matsue Campus

-Izumo Campus

-Izumo Campus Tenjin 

2) Student Dormitory

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

"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.

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.

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7. FAQ by International Students

Please visit here for FAQ by International students. 

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