This chart applies to the Inter-University Student Agreements only. For information on the Inter-Faculty Student Agreements, students should consult with their home university's international office or relevant office. 

 Spring Semester
(April 1 - September 30)
 
Fall Semester
(October 1 - March 31)
Nomination DeadlineOctober 20April 20
Application DeadlineNovember 1May 1
Application Result
- Acceptance Letter
- Pre-Arrival Information
Late December - Late JanuaryLate June - Late July
CoE
(Certificate of Eligibility) *1
Late January - Late FebruaryLate July - Late August
Dormitory Allocation ResultEarly MarchEarly September
Recommended Arrival DatesLate MarchLate September
Semester StartsApril 1October 1
Semester Ends (exams)Early AugustEarly February
Academic Transcript IssuanceLate September - Early OctoberLate March - Early April

*1) After receiving CoE, students can start their visa applications at the Embassy/Consulate of Japan in the country where they reside.