All Levels
MEXT (Japanese Government) Scholarship
Tuition + monthly stipend + airfare
Kobe University
Kobe, Japan
"A national university in Kobe with roots in 1902"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#504 (QS)
PSW VISA
1 year (job-hunting visa)
About Kobe University
Kobe University is a national university in Kobe, established in 1949 with earlier roots in 1902. Its faculties include letters, intercultural studies, law, economics, business administration, science, medicine, engineering, agriculture and maritime sciences.
Rankings & Recognition
#504
Ranked #504 in QS World University Rankings 2027.
Accreditations & Memberships
National university
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Kobe University's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
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Key Facts
1949
Founded
504
QS 2027 Rank
National university
Type
Kobe
Location
Popular Programs
Business Administration
Engineering
Economics
Maritime Sciences
Medicine
Application Details
Intakes
April
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Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
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I-20 Processing
COE + Student visa
Post-Study Work
1 year (job-hunting visa)
Green Card Pathway
Highly Skilled Professional (points)
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
MEXT (Japanese Govt) scholarship
Career Outcomes
27%
Placement Ratio
1 year (job-hunting visa)
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
Kobe University has its main Rokkodai campus on the hills of Kobe.
Campus Details
Kobe
campus
Campus Forecast
Kobe: hot humid summers
mild winters
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Check the university site for dormitory and housing options
Dining
Campus cafeterias and nearby restaurants
Health & Wellness
National Health Insurance covers students; campus health centre
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Sports teams
Cultural festivals
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
International Students
Countries Represented
Cost Deep-Dive
Annual Tuition
$5,000 – $15,000 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
Kobe University admits undergraduates mainly in April. Check the university international admissions site for exact dates, graduate intakes, fees and English-taught programmes.
Scholarships at Kobe University
1 scholarship available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
High-school completion. Language proficiency as set by each faculty.
Postgraduate
Bachelor's degree for Master's, master's for PhD. Language and entry rules are set by each graduate school.
English Proficiency
IELTS
TOEFL iBT
PTE Academic
Required Documents
Passport copy
Application form
Highest degree certificate
Academic transcripts
Statement of purpose
Recommendation letters
Language certificate (EJU / JLPT / TOEFL / IELTS)
Bank balance certificate
Photo
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Check the programme list and entry rules on the university admissions site.
2
Apply online
Register on the university admissions site and fill in the application form.
3
Upload & pay
Upload your documents and pay the required application fee.
4
Screening
The university reviews your file; an interview or test may follow.
5
Admission & COE
Receive the admission letter, then the Certificate of Eligibility (COE).
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Visa & arrive
Apply for a Student visa with the COE, then register your address and join National Health Insurance.
Campus & Location
Kobe University has its main Rokkodai campus on the hills of Kobe.
Bachelor's
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Letters
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Law
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Economics
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Business Administration
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Science
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Bachelor's
Engineering
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Agriculture
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Bachelor's
Maritime Sciences
Master's
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Master's
Engineering (Master's)
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Master's
Business Administration (Master's)
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