Waseda Japanese Language School

Admission Guidelines

Your transformation from applicant to student.

Admission Process

The Admission Journey

From first contact to enrollment — your complete path

1

Consultation

留学相談

2

Application

申し込み

3

Interview

面接

4

Document Submission

書類提出

5

Immigration Application

入国管理局へ申請

6

Examination Results

審査結果発表

7

Tuition Payment

学費納付

8

Visa Documents Sent

ビザ書類発送

9

Visa Application

ビザ申請

10

Visa Received

ビザ受取

11

Arrival in Japan

来日

Enrollment

入学

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Before You Begin

Eligibility Requirements

12+

years of education

High school equivalent or above

18+

years of age

At time of enrollment

Phase 01

Apply

Begin your application

Gather your documents, submit your application, and take the first step toward studying in Japan.

3.5-5 months before enrollment

Application Submission

申請書類の提出

Submit all required documents to the school or designated agency. Ensure documents are properly translated and certified.

After document screening

Selection by School

学校による選考

Our admissions team reviews your application for eligibility and program fit.

Within 2 weeks of acceptance

Registration Fee Payment

入学金納入

Pay the registration fee to secure your place in the program.

Phase 02

Process

Immigration & visa

Your application moves to the Immigration Bureau. This phase requires patience — we handle the paperwork for you.

After payment confirmed

Immigration Application

入国管理局申請

We submit your Certificate of Eligibility (COE) application to the Immigration Bureau on your behalf.

1-2 months processing

Visa Examination Results

審査結果

The Immigration Bureau processes your application. Results are typically announced within 1-2 months.

Phase 03

Arrive

Welcome to Japan

The moment you've been waiting for. Complete your final preparations and begin your new life in Japan.

Within 2 weeks of approval

Tuition Payment

学費納入

After receiving your COE approval, pay the full tuition fees.

Before enrollment date

Departure & Arrival

出発・来日

Prepare for your journey and arrive at school before enrollment to complete orientation.

入学完了

Enrollment Complete

Important

Document Preparation

All documents must be properly translated and certified. Incomplete submissions will delay your application.

Payment Deadlines

Deadlines are strictly enforced. Late payments may result in cancellation of your application.

Processing Times

Visa processing varies by country. We recommend applying well in advance of your intended start date.

We're Here to Help

Our admissions team supports you through every step. Don't hesitate to reach out with questions.

Get in Touch

Contact Information

Contact Us

Phone

+81 03-3365-6171

FAX

+81 03-5989-1986

Access

〒169-0073

2-9-13 Hyakunincho,
Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo

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Ready to begin your journey?

Take the first step toward your future in Japan. Our admissions team is ready to guide you.