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Hokkaido University of Health Sciences

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Hokkaido University of Health Sciences: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Hokkaido University of Health Sciences is a public university in Japan. It suits applicants who want a public institution in Japan and will need to confirm programme options directly on the university website.

  2. What you can study

    The programme catalogue is still being compiled. The institution is Hokkaido University of Health Sciences in Japan; check the university website for the subjects and programmes currently available.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should check the university website for entry requirements, application dates, documents, and any programme-specific conditions. The admissions office should confirm how international applications are handled and whether extra steps are needed for your chosen course.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a fee for international students; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Living costs in Japan will depend on your city, housing, and daily spending, so budget separately for accommodation, food, transport, and study materials.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not published, so confirm it before applying. Also check whether your programme has language requirements, what documents you need, whether visa support is available, and how tuition and living costs will be paid from abroad.

  6. How it compares

    Japan has 571 universities, so this institution sits in a large and varied higher-education system. As a public university, it may suit applicants looking for a public option in Japan, but you should compare its programme offer and admissions requirements directly with other Japanese universities before deciding.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Hokkaido University of Health Sciences

What type of university is Hokkaido University of Health Sciences?

It is a public university.

Which country is it in?

It is in Japan.

What is the university website?

http://www.hoku-iryo-u.ac.jp/

How many universities are there in Japan?

There are 571 universities in Japan.

Overview

Hokkaido University , or Hokudai (北大), is a public research university in Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan. Founded in 1918, it is the fifth-oldest government-authorised university in Japan and one of the former Imperial Universities.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Japan.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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