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Otaru University of Commerce

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Type
Public University
Founded
Students
International

Otaru University of Commerce: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Otaru University of Commerce is a public university in Japan, with its main campus in Otaru, Hokkaido and a satellite campus in Chūō-ku, Sapporo. It suits students who want a Japanese public university and are comfortable confirming programme and admissions details directly with the university.

  2. What you can study

    Otaru University of Commerce is a university, but no subject areas or programme names are published in the information available here. Check the university website for the current programme catalogue before applying.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should check the university website for entry requirements, application steps, deadlines, and any document rules that apply to non-Japanese students. The admissions office is the right place to confirm programme availability, language requirements, and whether any separate screening applies.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee in the information available here; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Living costs will depend on whether you are based in Otaru or Sapporo, and on your housing and daily expenses.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The university is in Japan and has campuses in Otaru and Sapporo. Before applying, check the language of instruction, visa requirements, housing options, and whether the campus you want is the main campus or the satellite campus.

  6. How it compares

    Japan has 571 universities, so Otaru University of Commerce is one option in a very large national system. Its public status and two-campus setup make it a straightforward choice to compare against other Japanese universities when you want to check location and institutional type first.

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 Otaru University of Commerce

What type of university is Otaru University of Commerce?

It is a public university in Japan.

Where is the main campus?

The main campus is in Otaru, Hokkaido.

Does it have more than one campus?

Yes. It also has a satellite campus in Chūō-ku, Sapporo.

Where should I confirm admissions details?

Check the official university website and confirm any unanswered questions with the admissions office.

Overview

Otaru University of Commerce is a national university in Japan. The main campus of the university is in Otaru, Hokkaido, with a satellite campus in Chūō-ku, Sapporo.

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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