International Applicants

Deadline for submission

For April Enrollment

• If you live outside of Japan and wish to be a research student at Institute for Genetic Medicine or Faculty of Medicine, the deadline for submitting documents is September 30 of the year preceding the one in which you would like to enroll.
• If you wish to apply for the August entrance examination for the master’s program in medical science or the doctoral (PhD) program in medicine, the deadline for submitting documents is April 30 of the year preceding the one in which you would like to enroll.
• If you wish to apply for the January entrance examination for the master’s program in medical science or the doctoral (PhD) program in medicine, the deadline for submitting documents is August 31 of the year preceding the one in which you would like to enroll.

For October Enrollment

• If you live outside of Japan and wish to be a research student at Institute for Genetic Medicine or Faculty of Medicine, the deadline for submitting documents is March 31 of the year preceding the one in which you would like to enroll.
• If you wish to apply for the August entrance examination for the master’s program in medical science or the doctoral (PhD) program in medicine, the deadline for submitting documents is April 30 of the year you intend to enroll.
• If you wish to apply for the special selection process for international applicants to the master’s program in medical science or the doctoral (PhD) program in medicine, the deadline for submitting documents is March 31 of the year you intend to enroll.

If you apply for consideration by e-mail:

It is essential to submit this form to be considered by the department you wish to attend. Please fill it out and complete all sections without any omissions. Please note that you will not be considered for admission by the department of your choice if any documents are incomplete or missing.

（１）Documents to submit

1. ① Basic Information
2. ② Educational Background & Employment History*
   *necessary to determine if you are qualified to apply.
3. ③ Certificate of (Expected) Graduation or Completion
4. ④ Proof of English or Japanese Language Skills
5. ⑤ Past Research and Desired Research at Hokkaido University
6. ⑥ Signature Page
7. ⑦ Consent for the Transfer and Handling of your Personal Data

Please download documents [1]-[6] here.

（２）How to submit documents [1]-[6]

1. ① Please fill out all the required fields in [1] Basic Information and [2] Educational Background & Employment History (attached file).
2. ② Please paste a copy (scanned data) of your certificate of (expected) graduation or completion into the designated space on the form marked [3] Certificate of (Expected) Graduation or Completion.
3. ③ Please submit any of the following tests as proof of English or Japanese language proficiency, if available: TOEFL iBT, TOEIC, IELTS, CAE/CPE (Cambridge English), PTE, or the Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (JLPT).
4. ④ Please sign and write the day/month/year at the designated places on [5] Signature Page, to affirm and attest that all information you have submitted is correct and complete.
5. ⑤ Please convert documents [1]-[6], along with proof of financial support (if you are a self-supported applicant) into one PDF file.
6. ⑥ Please send the completed PDF file to "gradschool_inquiry★pop.med.hokudai.ac.jp".
   Please convert ★ to ＠ when you send an e-mail.

In case you apply for consideration for admission through the Pre-admission Support System

Please register an account on the dedicated page of the Pre-admission Support System before you submit your application.

In addition to your research plan, certificate of (expected) graduation, and academic transcripts, you must also upload a copy of a document that serves as proof of your ability to cover the expenses (*), such as a bank balance certificate or a copy of your acceptance letter to receive a scholarship in your home country. Please check the explanation on the dedicated page carefully and prepare the necessary documents in advance before submitting your application.

(*) The following expenses are required for studying in Japan. The attached certificate should indicate that you are able to pay for the following expenses.

(Estimated tuition + living expenses)

• Research student for six months: 1 million yen
• Research student for one year: 1.9 million yen
• Master’s student for two years: 4 million yen
• Doctoral student for four years: 8 million yen