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Gifu Women's University

· Public University

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Type
Public University
Founded
Students
International

Gifu Women's University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Gifu Women's University is a Japanese university in Gifu, and it suits applicants who want a four-year institution in that city. It is a women’s university, so it may be a fit for students looking for that type of environment.

  2. What you can study

    The university is a four-year institution, but the subject areas and programme list are not published in the information available here. Confirm the current catalogue on the official website before applying.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should check the official website for entry requirements, application dates, required documents, and any Japanese language conditions. Because admissions details are not published here, confirm the process directly with the university.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee for international students in the information available here; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Living costs in Gifu will depend on housing, transport, food, and personal spending, so check local costs before deciding.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not published here, so confirm that on the official website before applying. Also check visa steps, whether the programme you want is open to international students, and what documents the university expects from applicants who are moving from abroad.

  6. How it compares

    Japan has 571 universities, so Gifu Women's University sits in a large higher-education system where applicants have many options. Its clear distinguishing features are that it is in Gifu, it is a four-year university, and it is a women’s institution; the programme range still needs to be checked directly.

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 Gifu Women's University

Where is Gifu Women's University located?

It is in the city of Gifu, Gifu Prefecture, Japan.

What type of university is it?

It is a public university.

What is the website?

http://www.gijodai.ac.jp/

What is the abbreviation for the university?

It is abbreviated as Gifu Joshi Dai (岐阜女子大) or GWU.

Overview

Gifu Women's University is a four-year private university in the city of Gifu, Gifu Prefecture, Japan, and was founded in 1968. Its name is abbreviated as Gifu Joshi Dai (岐阜女子大) or GWU.

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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