[Ultimate Guide] A Comprehensive List of Imperial Universities Accepting Transfer Students, Including Faculties, Departments, Majors, and Competition Ratios!!
I want to transfer to an Imperial University. But, 'Which Imperial Universities actually accept transfers in the first place?', 'Are there options for both humanities and sciences?', 'What are the competition ratios?', 'I want to know the details down to the faculty and department level.'—If these points remain unclear, you can't really build an entrance exam strategy.
To give you the conclusion, while there are universities and faculties that accept transfers to Imperial Universities, the number of spots is often very limited. However, if you grasp the full list and drill down into the exam content and competition ratios for each faculty, you can create a path to success. In this article, we will organize the transfer status of Imperial Universities by 'University -> Faculty -> Department/Course' and summarize the application periods, exam content, and estimated competition ratios all at once. By the time you finish reading, the 'Imperial University transfer you should aim for' should be clearly visible.✊🔥
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First, the conclusion: Imperial University transfers are unevenly distributed by 'university and faculty'
As a premise, it's not the case that 'all universities offer transfers equally.' There are faculties open to humanities students, and cases where even science faculties have conditions like 'only for technical college (Kosen) students'.
Therefore, the first thing you should do is simple:
Which Imperial Universities accept transfers
Whether you can take the exam based on your profile (university student, technical college student, or university graduate)
Whether the exam for each faculty consists of 'English, essay, or specialized subjects'
And what the competition ratio is
You need to clear these points all at once.
In the following sections, I will organize the 'list of faculties and departments (courses) that accept transfers' for each university, and in the latter half, I will delve into 'exam content and competition ratios.' Feel free to pick and read only the universities you need. Use this as material for your strategy.
Hokkaido University: Both humanities and sciences are available, but be aware of conditions such as the Faculty of Engineering being for technical college students only
Faculties at Hokkaido University that accept transfers (List)
Faculty of Law (Can take exams for both 2nd and 3rd year, multiple applications possible)
Faculty of Education (3rd-year transfer)
Faculty of Engineering (Science / Only technical college students can take the exam)
For the Faculty of Engineering, the departments and courses are divided quite specifically.
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Department of Applied Science and Engineering
Applied Physics Course
Applied Chemistry Course
Applied Materials Engineering Course
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Department of Information Electronics
Information Engineering Course
Electrical and Electronic Engineering Course
Bioinformation Engineering Course
Media and Network Engineering Course
Electrical Control Systems Course
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Department of Mechanical and Intelligent Engineering
Mechanical Information Course
Mechanical Systems Course
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Department of Environmental and Societal Engineering
Social Infrastructure Course
Land Policy Course
Architecture and Urban Design Course
Environmental Engineering Course
Resource Recycling Systems Course
Some of you might have thought, 'Hokkaido University isn't just about law.' If you are a science student, the Faculty of Engineering is an option, but please be very careful as there is a condition that it is 'only for technical college students'.
Hokkaido University Faculty of Law: Exam Content and Acceptance Rates (2nd Year/3rd Year)
For the latest 2026 academic year exam, the application period is late September (9/29–10/1). The exam date is 11/1.
Although the application guidelines state the exam content is 'Essay, English, and Specialized Subjects,' it actually differs depending on the application category.
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2nd-year transfer
Short essay (emphasized)
English (required)
*Specialized subjects are generally not included (3rd-year only)
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3rd-year transfer
English (required)
Specialized subjects (specialized content in law)
The acceptance rates are quite intense.
2nd year: 115 applicants / 10 accepted → 11.5x
3rd year: 57 applicants / 10 accepted → 5.7x
If possible, since the system allows you to apply for both 2nd and 3rd year, it was recommended to apply for both. Because the slots are limited, it is important to use every possible strategy.
Hokkaido University, Faculty of Education: Essay-centered + oral exam, information on the number of successful applicants
Applications are in mid-October (October 9th–15th is the guideline).
The exam is on November 15th for the written portion (comprehensive questions = essay-centered), and November 16th for the oral exam (in-depth questions about reasons for applying, etc.).
The acceptance rate is not publicly available as the number of applicants is not disclosed, only the number of successful applicants, but data for the 2025 academic year showed 12 successful applicants (2 more than the planned enrollment).
Hokkaido University, Faculty of Engineering: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, English (English is converted from TOEIC/TOEFL) + Interview
Applications are in mid-July (July 9th–16th).
The exam follows the flow of August 21st (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, English) → August 22nd (Interview).
What is important here is English.
English is evaluated by converting TOEIC or TOEFL scores. Since it is not a written English test, it is easy to bring it down to a "score battle," but on the other hand, it is difficult to enter the ring without a score.
Data on the number of successful applicants is presented by course, and there was mention of a course that accepted 22 students for about 10 available slots (introduced as the latest data).
Tohoku University: Economics is for university students, while Science and Engineering are mainly for KOSEN (technical college) students
Faculties at Tohoku University that conduct transfers (list)
Faculty of Economics (Department of Economics, Department of Management / 3rd-year transfer)
Faculty of Science (Department of Mathematics, Department of Earth Science, etc. / KOSEN students only)
Faculty of Engineering (KOSEN students only, many courses)
The Faculty of Engineering has a very wide range of courses. Organizing the representative ones, it looks like this.
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Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Mechanical Systems / Nanomechanics / Robotics / Aerospace / Mechanical Intelligence, etc.
Quantum Science / Energy and Environment, etc.
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Department of Electrical, Information and Physics Engineering
Electrical / Communications / Electronics / Information / Bio, etc.
Applied Physics Course
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Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Engineering
Applied Chemistry / Chemical Engineering / Bioengineering
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Department of Materials Science
Frontier Materials / Intelligent Device Materials / Systems Engineering / Environment, etc.
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Architecture and Civil Engineering Group
Civil Infrastructure Design / Environmental Design / Urban Systems Planning
Urban Architectural Design / Urban Architecture
You might be thinking, 'Is engineering at Tohoku University really this branched out for transfers?' and the answer is yes. Science students need to keep in mind that the exam content changes depending on the course.
Tohoku University Faculty of Economics: Document screening -> Written exam (Economic Mathematics + Micro/Macroeconomics), competition ratios also published
Applications are accepted from around 9/24 to 10/3, with the deadline in early October.
The first round of document screening, including external English test scores, will be announced on 11/14.
The second round is a written exam, held around 11/20 (late November).
The written exam covers:
Economic Mathematics
Basic Economics (Micro/Macro)
English proficiency is evaluated using external test scores.
Competition ratios for the 2025 academic year were:
26 applicants / 6 admitted -> 4.3x
Although the admission quota is listed as 20, the number of admitted students is often lower, and there is talk that the number of successful candidates can fluctuate significantly from year to year. In other words, 'don't feel safe just by looking at the quota.' This is absolutely true.
Tohoku University Faculty of Science: Exams differ by department (e.g., Mathematics tests math, Earth Science tests English)
Applications are in mid-July (7/10–7/16). The exam is in early September (9/5).
A key feature is that the written exam varies by department; for instance, it is said that the Earth Science track includes an 'English text written about Earth Science.' Interviews are required for all departments.
Examples of competition ratios include:
Department of Mathematics: 10 applicants / 4 admitted -> 2.5x
Earth Science track: 1 applicant / 0 admitted
Department of Chemistry: 11 applicants / 3 admitted → 3.67x competition ratio
Nagoya University: Offers a wide range of options including Literature, Education, Law, Economics, Informatics, and Engineering (there are many good targets here)
Nagoya University gives the impression of having a wide 'range' of transfer opportunities among the former Imperial Universities. Since there are many options for both humanities and sciences, we will examine them quite carefully in this article as well.
Faculties at Nagoya University that accept transfers (List)
School of Humanities (Department of Humanities: very specific streams and majors)
School of Education (Department of Human Developmental Sciences)
School of Law (Recruitment as the Faculty of Law)
School of Economics (Department of Economics, Department of Business Administration)
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School of Informatics
Department of Natural Informatics
Department of Human and Social Informatics
Department of Computer Science
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Faculty of Engineering (Technical college students only, multiple departments)
Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering
Department of Physical Science and Engineering
Department of Materials Science and Engineering
Department of Electrical, Electronics and Information Engineering
Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Department of Energy Engineering
Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (Civil and Environmental Engineering Program / Architecture Program)
Nagoya University Faculty of Letters: Detailed systems and majors (includes sociology and psychology)
The Department of Humanities in the Faculty of Letters has very detailed subdivisions, even if it is broadly called the Faculty of Letters.
Language and Culture Studies: Linguistics, Japanese Linguistics
English Culture Studies: English Linguistics, American Literature
Literature and Thought Studies: German Culture Studies, French Language and Literature, Japanese Literature, Chinese Language and Literature, Philosophy, Western Classics, Chinese Philosophy, Indian Philosophy
Historical and Cultural Studies: Japanese History, Asian History, Western History, Aesthetics and Art History, Archaeology, Cultural Anthropology
Environmental and Behavioral Studies: Sociology, Psychology, Geography
For those who thought, 'Isn't the Faculty of Letters just about languages?', seeing that sociology and psychology are included should have expanded your options.
Applications are from 7/28 to 8/1 (deadline is early August).
The selection process consists of a first round of written exams (foreign language + essay) and a second round of oral exams.
For the foreign language, you choose one from English, German, French, or Chinese.
The schedule is as follows: first round on 8/28, and second round (oral) on 9/25.
The competition ratio for the 2025 academic year was:
51 applicants (total for all courses) / 9 admitted → 5.6x.
Nagoya University School of Education: English + Essay → Oral, 3.5x competition ratio
Application deadline is 9/24 to 9/26.
The first round written exam is on 10/22 (English + Essay: Fundamentals of Pedagogy and Educational Psychology).
The second round oral exam is on 11/6 (in-person).
The competition ratio for the 2025 academic year was:
28 applicants / 8 admitted → 3.5x.
Nagoya University School of Law: English + Essay, 5.3x competition ratio
Applications are from 9/29 to 10/3.
The first round written exam is on 10/15 (English + Essay).
Subsequent selection was introduced as taking place on 10/29.
The competition ratio was:
43 applicants / 8 admitted → 5.3x.
Nagoya University School of Economics: Specialized subjects only (Fundamentals of Economics and Management), 4.27x competition ratio
Applications are from 10/7 to 10/10.
The exam is held on 10/31.
The content is a single-type specialized subject exam consisting of 'basic questions related to economics and management,' making it a faculty that requires specific preparation.
The acceptance rate is
47 applicants / 11 admitted → 4.27x.
Nagoya University, School of Informatics: Although it is a science-based school, the "essay" is the core, so aiming for it from a humanities background is also a viable strategy.
Applications are from 7/9 to 7/15 (mid-July).
The first stage is a written exam, and English uses external test scores (TOEIC/TOEFL/IELTS, with a conversion table).
Written exams other than English are on 8/21, and they differ by department.
Department of Natural Informatics: Essay + Mathematics
Department of Human and Social Informatics: Essay only
Department of Computer Science: Fundamentals of Computer Science + Mathematics
The second stage is an interview on 8/22, lasting about 10 minutes per person.
The acceptance rate for the 2025 academic year is
60 applicants / 11 admitted → 5.4x.
A very important perspective was revealed here.
The School of Informatics has a strong science image, but there are departments where the exam is centered on essays. That is why the idea of "aiming for it from a humanities background is also an option" exists. For some, this can be a real strategy. It means there is a route that isn't just a head-to-head battle of math and science written exams.
Nagoya University, School of Engineering: Basic academic ability (Math, Physics, Chemistry, English) + Specialty (effectively an interview), acceptance rate 3.92x
Applications are from 6/30 to 7/4.
The selection process takes place over two days, 7/31 and 8/1.
Basic academic ability test: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, English (English requires submission of TOEIC/TOEFL scores)
Day 2 specialty exam: Although labeled as a specialty exam, it was explained as being closer to an interview for each department
The acceptance rate for the 2025 academic year is
47 applicants / 12 admitted → 3.92x.
Osaka University: Has both humanities and science programs, but each faculty has strong quirks (4-skill English, ERE, etc.)
Osaka University has many options, but the "requirements" differ significantly by faculty. Misreading this can be costly, so I will cover the key points.
Faculties at Osaka University that accept transfer students (List)
School of Human Sciences (Behavioral Science, Sociology, Education, Symbiotic Studies, etc.)
School of Foreign Studies (Department of Foreign Languages: Very many majors)
Faculty of Law (Department of Law)
Faculty of Economics (Economics/Management)
Faculty of Engineering (Technical College Students Only)
School of Engineering Science
The School of Foreign Studies has an incredibly large number of majors. Chinese, Korean, Mongolian, Indonesian, Filipino, Thai, Vietnamese, Burmese, Hindi, Urdu, Arabic, Persian, Turkish, Swahili, Russian, Hungarian, Danish, Swedish, German, English, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese... and so on. The amount was so large that even in the video, it was mentioned, 'I'll just put it up here, so please check it'.
Osaka University, School of Human Sciences: External English Proficiency Test (4 skills) + Essay + Specialized Fundamentals + Oral Examination
Applications are from 8/25 to 8/28.
An external English test score is required, such as TOEFL/TOEIC/IELTS. Furthermore, there was a note that for TOEIC, not only L&R but also S&W is required, meaning scores for all 4 skills must be submitted.
The exam is on 11/4.
Essay
Specialized Fundamental Subjects
Oral Examination
The competition ratio for the 2025 academic year was:
34 applicants / 10 admitted → 3.4x.
Osaka University, School of Foreign Studies: Foreign language of the desired major + Oral examination; for English majors, etc., there is also an essay + external English score addition method
Applications are from 10/8 to 10/15.
The exam consists of 100 points for the foreign language and 50 points for the oral examination. For the foreign language, you take the exam in your desired major language.
Another point to note is that for those applying to the English major, or those applying to the Japanese major who chose English as their elective, the foreign language exam will consist of an 'Essay (answering a designated text)' + 'External English test score added and converted'. Since there are conditional branches here, it is essential for those who apply to read the application guidelines thoroughly.
The competition ratio was:
14 applicants / 4 admitted → 3.5x.
There was a nuance that in some years, only 4 students were admitted against a capacity of 10, so there is a possibility that fewer spots will be available than expected.
Osaka University, Faculty of Law: Essay + English, competition ratio 10x (quite tough)
Applications are from 8/26 to 8/29.
The exam date is 10/25. It consists of an essay and English.
It was also mentioned that 'dictionaries are not permitted' for the English exam.
The competition ratio for the 2025 academic year was:
20 applicants / 2 admitted → 10x.
The numbers are straightforwardly harsh. This is a faculty where 'appropriate preparation' is required if you intend to challenge it.
Osaka University, Faculty of Economics: Documents (ERE + English) → Interview; there is also talk of a downward trend in successful applicants year by year.
Applications are from 8/22 to 8/28 (late August).
The examination consists of document screening + oral examination (interview).
Required documents include:
Submission of ERE (Economics Test) score
Submission of external English test score
The process is that if you pass this, you are called for an oral examination and interview.
Regarding the number of successful applicants, there was talk that while there used to be about 10, it has been decreasing year by year.
For the 2025 academic year, there were 44 applicants and 3 successful candidates (roughly 14 times the competition). Data for the 2026 academic year showed 5 successful candidates.
Osaka University, School of Engineering: Mathematics + Basic Specialized Subjects + Interview; some departments also require a portfolio.
Applications are from 6/9 to 6/13.
Submission of TOEIC/TOEFL scores is required for English.
The written exam is on 8/16 (Mathematics + Basic Specialized Subjects). An interview to assess aptitude in the specialized field follows the next day.
There was also a note that applicants for the Architecture course in the Division of Global Architecture must bring a portfolio (works from design assignments). This is the type of exam where the effort put into creating the work directly impacts the results.
The competition ratio for the 2025 academic year was:
68 applicants / 35 successful candidates → 1.94 times.
However, there was also mention that the academic transcript is converted to 200 points in the scoring distribution, with the message: 'We want technical college students who have been working hard daily to take on the challenge.' While this might look easy based on the numbers alone, please do not compare it simply, as it is limited to technical college students and the evaluation criteria are different.
Osaka University, School of Engineering Science: Mathematics/Physics (specialized subjects depending on the course) + Oral Examination; competition ratio 2.61 times.
Applications are from 5/29 to 6/4.
The written exam is on 7/5 (Mathematics/Physics). However, there is an exception where the Mechanical Science course in the Department of Systems Science does not have physics, but instead has specialized subjects.
An oral examination follows the next day. The exam covers learning motivation, reasons for applying, and questions related to the written exam, as well as the specialized field.
The competition ratio for the 2025 academic year was:
60 applicants / 23 successful candidates → 2.61 times.
This was also introduced as a recruitment limited to technical college students.
Kyoto University: Limited slots. A 'determination required' category with mandatory TOEFL, heavy documentation, and online oral exams.
Kyoto University was strongly highlighted among the former Imperial Universities we have looked at so far as having 'very limited slots to begin with.' The number of people who can apply is limited, and the requirements are heavy. That is precisely why it is valuable to know the information in advance.
Faculties at Kyoto University where transfer admissions were mentioned (list):
Faculty of Law (2nd-year transfer)
Faculty of Economics
Faculty of Engineering (Technical college students only)
*There is also a Faculty of Education, but this is introduced under the 'Bachelor's Transfer (for working professionals/4-year university graduates)' category and is omitted here.
Kyoto University, Faculty of Law: TOEFL score submission + essay exam; the number of successful applicants is small.
Applications are open from 9/18 to 9/24.
TOEFL score submission is required.
The exam is on 10/25 and consists of an essay test.
The number of successful applicants was 5 for the 2025 academic year and 3 for the latest 2026 academic year.
The acceptance rate is unknown as the number of examinees is not public. However, there is no doubt that the quota is small.
Kyoto University, Faculty of Economics: TOEFL required + study plan and character reference -> online oral exam (not an interview, but an assessment of understanding).
Applications are open from 9/26 to 10/8.
In addition to a TOEFL score, what is required is:
Study plan
Character reference
This constitutes the first round of selection (document screening). Passing this leads to the second round, an oral exam.
Furthermore, it was explained as 'not just an interview, but an online exam that thoroughly measures your level of understanding of economics.'
The exam date is 10/7.
Regarding the acceptance rate, in the 2024 academic year, there were 22 applicants and 4 final successful candidates.
There was also mention that no one passed in the 2025 academic year.
While the 2026 academic year figures are not yet public, the expectation is that 'about 2 to 4 people pass every year,' including internal graduates, putting the acceptance rate at around 5 to 6 times.
To be honest, if you want to transfer to Kyoto University's Faculty of Economics, the depth of your information gathering and the density of your preparation are what determine the outcome. Because the quota is narrow, you won't pass by just winging it. But conversely, those who can commit to that level can seize the opportunity✊
Kyoto University, Faculty of Engineering: TOEFL evaluation + written exam in math, physics, and chemistry + oral examination (Technical college students only).
Applications are open from 6/26 to 7/2.
Selection consists of basic subjects + an oral examination.
English: Performance evaluated via TOEFL
Written exam: Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry
Oral examination: Uses transcripts and other documents as reference materials
The schedule is set for the written exam on 9/1, followed by the oral examination the next day.
Kyoto University Faculty of Law (2nd-year transfer): Only the number of successful applicants (4) is published
The Faculty of Law recruits for 2nd-year transfer, and the number of successful applicants was reported as 4. The acceptance rate is unknown.
University of Tokyo: Primarily for technical college students. Written exam (English, Math + Science) followed by an oral exam; acceptance rate is 3.15x
For the University of Tokyo, the general consensus is 'The Faculty of Letters is technically open for bachelor's degree transfers, but since it's for bachelor's degree holders, we will omit it.' The focus here was on the Faculty of Engineering (Engineering-related fields).
List of target departments at the University of Tokyo (Faculty of Engineering)
While it was mentioned that the Faculty of Law has various departments open, for the Faculty of Engineering, the following were introduced:
Department of Civil Engineering
Department of Architecture
Department of Urban Engineering
Department of Systems Innovation
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics
Department of Precision Engineering
Department of Information and Communication Engineering
Department of Applied Physics
Department of Mathematical Engineering and Information Physics
Department of Materials Engineering
Department of Chemistry and Biotechnology
These branches were introduced.
Applications are from May 7th to May 9th.
Selection consists of a written exam followed by an oral exam (only for those who pass the first stage).
The written exam framework consists of English, Mathematics, and Science (such as Physics and Chemistry), and since 'which problems to solve' is determined by department, the flow was to ask you to check the table.
The acceptance rate is for the 2025 academic year,
63 applicants / 20 admitted → 3.15x.
Kyushu University: Has a wide range including Law, Science, Engineering, and Design. Law fluctuates by year, and Design is notable for having 1 person admitted per course.
Among the Imperial Universities, Kyushu University has a relatively wide range, including a Faculty of Law, Faculty of Science, Faculty of Engineering, and Faculty of Design. However, since the number of spots is often very limited, information by course becomes quite important.
Faculties at Kyushu University that conduct transfer admissions (List)
Faculty of Law
Faculty of Science (Department of Physics, Department of Mathematics)
Faculty of Engineering (Integrated Basic Engineering only: includes special quota information)
Faculty of Design (Department of Design: multiple courses)
Kyushu University Faculty of Engineering: Integrated Basic Engineering only, information on the quota starting from the 2025 academic year entrance exam (special selection)
The Faculty of Engineering 'only recruits for Integrated Basic Engineering'.
Furthermore, it was explained that this is conducted under the special selection transfer admission quota for the Kyushu-Okinawa National College of Technology Collaborative Education Program. Basically, the nuance is that this is a quota only available to technical college students.
Kyushu University Faculty of Design: Diverse courses. The exam is centered on English (TOEIC) + Mathematics + Interview, with practical skills or short essays added depending on the course.
The Faculty of Design is the Department of Design, and the courses are as follows.
Environmental Design Course
Industrial Design Course
Future Design Course
Media Design Course
Acoustic Design Course
Application period is 8/18–8/22. Exam date is 10/4.
The exam is centered on English (TOEIC submission) + Mathematics + Interview.
However, there are additions depending on the course.
Industrial Design: Practical skills required
Future Design: Essay added (involves choices such as math + practical skills, or math + essay)
The competition ratios (for the 2025 academic year) were provided quite specifically by course. It is notable that one person passed in each course.
Environmental Construction: 3 applicants / 1 passed → 3x
Industrial Design: 7 applicants / 1 passed → 7x
Future Design: 2 applicants / 1 passed → 2x
Media Design: 7 applicants / 1 passed → 7x
Acoustic Design: 7 applicants / 1 passed → 7x
In other words, here, 'choosing a course is the battle.' Since it is a world with only one spot, if your strategy is weak, you will be stuck immediately. However, conversely, if the course's exam subjects and your strengths align, it is a place where you can compete all at once.
Kyushu University Faculty of Law: Essay + Interview; there was even a year in 2025 where all 3 applicants passed.
Applications are from 9/22 to 9/26.
The exam is on 10/31, consisting of a written test (essay questions related to law and political science) + individual interview.
The interview is conducted based on documents and written content.
Regarding the competition ratio, in the 2025 academic year, 3 applied / 3 passed.
There was also talk that it was 0 before that, so the impression is that it fluctuates by year. However, the phrasing was that recently, they have started to accept about 2 to 3 people.
Kyushu University Faculty of Science: Physics is English (English-to-Japanese translation + composition) + oral exam; Mathematics is calculus, linear algebra, etc.
Applications are from 7/25 to 7/31.
The exam is on 9/6.
Department of Physics: Physics + English (English-to-Japanese translation and composition) + oral examination
Department of Mathematics: Academic written test + oral examination (written test covers basics of calculus and linear algebra)
The competition ratios are:
Department of Physics: 8 applicants / 1 passed → 8x
Department of Mathematics: Information that 4 passed, though the number of applicants is undisclosed
This is ultimately where the difference is made in 'Former Imperial University transfers'
Having looked at this so far, you have probably realized that when it comes to transferring to an Imperial University, "those who have the information are the ones who are strong." This is because, even among "Imperial Universities,"
whether it is only for technical college students or if university students can also apply
whether English is a written exam or based on external score conversion
whether it is an essay-based or specialized subject exam-based format
whether you can be rejected in the first round based on documents
whether the interview is a "casual chat" or a "comprehension test"
All of these things are completely different.
And another important thing is not to be swayed by how the "competition ratio" appears.
Even if the competition ratio looks low, it might just be that the total number of applicants is small, or the conditions are strict, limiting who can apply. Conversely, even if the competition ratio is high, there may be a system that allows for multiple applications, or the exam format might suit you well, allowing you to compete effectively.
Therefore, in the end, this is what I want to tell you.
First, determine the "playing field where you can take the exam"
Next, choose a place where the "exam format (English, essay, specialized subjects)" matches your strengths
And then, "turn the competition ratio numbers into strategy" (multiple applications, advancing the application period, score preparation, document preparation, etc.)
Transferring to an Imperial University is certainly not easy.
However, if you organize the information, break down what needs to be done, and tackle them one by one, you can definitely move forward. I would be happy if this article serves as a map for you👍
Finally | To those of you who thought you might want to try the transfer exam
Transfer exams have little information and cause a lot of anxiety.
However, there is a common thread among those who pass.
Thoroughly research the trends of the transfer exam for the schools you are applying to
Create a preparation schedule by working backward from the exam date
Do not give in to temptation and honestly proceed with the correct preparation
If you master these three points, you can definitely aim for a passing grade.
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You can change your current environment.
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・Do I meet the eligibility requirements for my target school?
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・Which subjects should I start with?
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