Graduate School of Science and Engineering - Foreign Students Admission
Notice
―June 12, 2025 updated
Entrance examinations for international students for the 2026 academic year (April and September entry) have been released.
In addition, the Scholarship program for International Students changed from the 2025 academic year.
Please comfirm the latest information, especially for international students who are currently enrolled at Soka University and are considering entering the Graduate School of Science and Engineering.
Changes in Graduate School Admissions
Notification of Changes in the Entrance Examination for the 2026 academic year admission
The following changes will be made from the AY2026 entrance examination.
For details, please check the application guidelines.
- The Entrance Examination for International applicants (September entry) will be held only once in May instead of twice (February and May).
Master's Program Admissions
For AY2026 April/September entry
Doctoral Program Admissions
For AY2026 April/September entry
Admission Schedule for AY2026 entry
| Examination Category | Application Period | Date of Examination | Announcement of Admissions | Admission Procedure | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phase one | Phase two | ||||
| Special Screening for international applicants (AY2026 April Entry) |
From September 16, 2025 to October 8, 2025 | November 15, 2025 | December 10, 2025 | From December 11, 2025 to December 18, 2025 | From February 18, 2026 to February 26, 2026 |
| Special Screening for international applicants (AY2026 September Entry) |
From February 6, 2026 to March 6, 2026 | May 16, 2026 | May 29, 2026 | From May 29, 2026 to June 4, 2026 | From July 8, 2026 to July 20, 2026 |
※All dates listed are in Japan Standard Time.
※The examination date may be earlier or later depending on the applicant's country of residence.