Q1.

What is "Japan University Examination” like?

"Japan University Examination”is an examination held for students everywhere would like to study in Japan. Applicants may be admitted to a Japanese university directly through this examination.

Q2.

What qualifications are required to apply for JPUE?

日本以外の国籍を有する者で、日本国の出入国管理及び難民認定法において、大学入学に支障のない在留資格を取得できる見込みの者。
尚、JPUEを利用して大学へ出願する場合は、原則として、2026年3月31日 までに12年間の教育を修了見込で、大学入学資格を有する者、またはこれに準ずる者で、2026年3月31日までに満18 歳に達する者。

Q3.

How many times a year is the "JPUE" held?

Please refer to "JPUE Schedule" for actual exam timetable of each area.

Q4.

What is the difference between "Japan University Examination” and "Examination for Japanese University Admission for International Students (EJU)”?

According to the mode of study in Japan in the past, applicants shall take "independent examination of the university” implemented by Japanese university after taking "EJU”. In this way, applicants have to learn Japanese well in advance and accept instructions after class on the basis of education guideline of Japanese senior high school. For overseas students, it is very difficult to enter a Japanese university directly. However, "Japan University Examination” requires no Japanese basis, you may take the examination in your native language. Besides, the test scope is on the basis of the education outline of local senior high schools, students may get high marks after mastering knowledge points they learn at present.