Fees and Scholarships


Hokkaido University is a national university, and our tuition fees are quite reasonable compared to many universities in Japan.
Students can enjoy much more affordable studies than at universities in large cities like Tokyo, Osaka, and Nagoya once living costs are figured in.
See how much things will cost while considering your scholarship options.
Academic fees
Examination fee | Enrollment fee | Tuition fee | |
Regular Students (Master's, Doctoral, Professional) |
¥30,000 | ¥282,000 | ¥535,800 / year
* Law School: |
Research Students | ¥9,800 | ¥84,600 | ¥356,400/ year |
Auditors | ¥9,800 | ¥28,200 | ¥14,800 / credit |
Payment timing | At the time of application | After being accepted When going through admissions |
May or November |
- In general, annual tuition fee payments are split into two installments, one for each term (due at the end of May and November).
- If tuition fees are revised during a student’s period of enrollment, the new amount will become effective from that point on.
- Students who fail to pay tuition fees will not be allowed to continue.
Payment methods
- Payment can be made via automatic withdrawal from your designated account via bank transfer, or paid using a bank transfer form.
- Tuition fees must be paid in yen.
Scholarships
For everyone interested in studying abroad in Japan, scholarships are available from the Japanese government as well as Hokkaido University and private organizations. Many scholarships can be applied for even before you enroll, so be sure to take a look.
Many of Hokkaido University’s international students have received scholarships. There are deadlines for scholarship applications, so start researching early to find the best scholarship options for you.
The Graduate School Website makes it easy to search for scholarship programs and other financial support options. Check it out using the link below.
Below are some links to useful websites.
Enrollment and Tuition Fee Waiver Program
Hokkaido University has a waiver program for enrollment and tuition fees. This program allows students facing financial difficulty to receive a full or partial exemption from said fees.
See the link below for more details.