# Application Process

**Source**: https://www.iup.kyoto-u.ac.jp/apply/
**Parent**: https://www.iup.kyoto-u.ac.jp/

### Application Process

**[>>Past results](#Results)**

[**>>FAQ**](https://www.iup.kyoto-u.ac.jp/faq/)

## October 2026 Enrollment

[Application Guidelines for October 2026 Enrollment](https://www.iup.kyoto-u.ac.jp/Application_Guidelines_for_October_2026_Enrollment.pdf)

- - - [Form A: Certificate of Graduation](https://www.iup.kyoto-u.ac.jp/2026_FormA_Certificate_of_Graduation.docx)
    - [Form B: Evaluation](https://www.iup.kyoto-u.ac.jp/2026_FormB_Evaluation.docx)
    - [Form C: English Proficiency Evaluation Form](https://www.iup.kyoto-u.ac.jp/2026_FormC_English_Proficiency_Evaluation_Form.docx)
    - [Form D: Essay](https://www.iup.kyoto-u.ac.jp/2026_FormD_Essay.docx)

Application must be made through the **Online Application System**. The system will be available from **November 4 until** **December 4, 2025 (5 p.m. Japan Standard Time)**.

1. 1. 1. Download the Guidelines and Forms, and read the instructions carefully.
      2. For eligibility questions, Eligibility Screening Process prior to the application is available.
      3. Prepare the necessary documents and information.
      4. Apply through the Online Application System (some documents must be uploaded by the school through the system), pay the application fee, and click the "Complete" button before the application deadline.\
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      ### Apply now:

      **[Online Application System](https://admission.iup.kyoto-u.ac.jp)** (Only available during the application period: from November 4 until December 4, 2025 (5 p.m. JST))

      **[User Manual 2026](https://www.iup.kyoto-u.ac.jp/User_Manual_for_the_Kyoto_iUP_Online_Application_System_2026.pdf)**

      **[Guidelines on the Use of Kyoto iUP Online Application System](https://www.iup.kyoto-u.ac.jp/6bf1d89d42731b694f8e000aaead51a5d5b054da.pdf "for Students' Use")**

      ### Important:

      - - - The application must complete through the Online Application System between **November 4 and December 4, 2025 (5 p.m. JST)**.
          - Inappropriate applications (not in time, incomplete etc.) will not be considered in the admission process.
          - The application documents must be prepared **in English or with English translation**.
          - The applicants will receive the acknowledgement of receipt by message from the Kyoto iUP Admissions Office through the Online Application System.
          - If any questions, please read the [FAQ](https://www.iup.kyoto-u.ac.jp/faq/) on the website.

      ## Results (2019 - 2025)