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Kitakyushu University

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Kitakyushu University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Kitakyushu University is a public university in Kitakyushu, Japan. It suits students who want a public institution with campuses in the city and can confirm the study options directly with the university.

  2. What you can study

    The university is a public institution in Kitakyushu with a main campus next to Keibajomae station on the Kitakyushu monorail and a second campus in the academic zone of Wakamatsu-ku, Kitakyushu called Gakujutsu Kenkyu Toshi. No subject areas or programme names are published in the available information, so the programme catalogue needs to be confirmed on the official website.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should check the university’s official website for the current application route, entry requirements, document list, deadlines, and any programme-specific rules. The university is public, and the admissions office should confirm which materials are required for applicants from abroad and whether any extra screening applies.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range in the available information; confirm the current fee with its admissions office. Living costs will depend on housing, transport, and daily expenses in Kitakyushu, so check current local costs before applying.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not published, so confirm it before you apply. You should also check visa steps, required proof of funds, housing options near the campus, and whether your chosen programme has any additional entry conditions for international students.

  6. How it compares

    Japan has 571 universities, so Kitakyushu University sits in a large and competitive national system. Its main distinguishing points in that field are that it is public and has two campuses in Kitakyushu, but the subject mix and admissions details still need to be checked directly before you compare it with other options in Japan.

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 Kitakyushu University

What type of university is Kitakyushu University?

It is a public university in Japan.

Where is the main campus?

The main campus is next to Keibajomae station on the Kitakyushu monorail.

How many campuses are mentioned?

Two campuses are mentioned: the main campus and a second campus in Wakamatsu-ku, Kitakyushu called Gakujutsu Kenkyu Toshi.

What is known about its origins?

It was founded as a language academy in 1946 to help communication with the nearby American base at what is now called Yamada Ryokuchi.

Overview

The University of Kitakyushu is a public university in Kitakyushu, Japan. The main campus is located next to Keibajomae station on the Kitakyushu monorail. The second campus is in the academic zone of Wakamatsu-ku, Kitakyushu called Gakujutsu Kenkyu Toshi. The university was founded as a language academy in 1946 to help communication with the nearby American base at what is now called Yamada Ryokuchi.

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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