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Gunma Prefectural Women's University

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Type
Public University
Founded
Students
International

Gunma Prefectural Women's University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Gunma Prefectural Women's University is a public university in Tamamura, Gunma Prefecture, Japan. It suits students who want a women’s university in Japan and are considering a public institution with a clear local identity.

  2. What you can study

    The university’s subject areas and programme list are not published in the information available here. It is a public women’s university, so applicants should check the official university website for the current catalogue of degree programmes and departments before applying.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions process and confirm entry requirements, deadlines, and document checks on the university website. The admissions office should also be contacted directly for any requirements that apply specifically to students coming from abroad.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range in the information available here; confirm the current tuition with its admissions office. Living costs will depend on housing, transport, and daily spending in Tamamura and the wider Gunma area.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not published here, so confirm it on the official website before applying. Also check visa steps, document translation needs, housing options, and whether the programme you want is open to international students.

  6. How it compares

    Japan has 571 universities, and Gunma Prefectural Women's University sits within that large national system as one of only two public women’s universities in the country. That makes it a more specialised choice than a general university, especially for applicants specifically looking for a public women’s institution.

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 Gunma Prefectural Women's University

What type of university is Gunma Prefectural Women's University?

It is a public university.

Where is Gunma Prefectural Women's University located?

It is in Tamamura, Gunma Prefecture, Japan.

When was Gunma Prefectural Women's University established?

It was established in 1980.

How many public women's universities are there in Japan?

There are two public women's universities in Japan, including Gunma Prefectural Women's University.

Overview

Gunma Prefectural Women's University is a public university in Tamamura, Gunma Prefecture, Japan. Established in 1980, it is one of the two public women's universities in Japan, alongside Fukuoka Women's University.

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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