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Nagoya University

Information updated 27.08.2026

Overview

Nagoya University is a public research university in Nagoya, Japan, operating within the Tokai National Higher Education and Research System.

History

Its medical and higher-education roots date to the nineteenth century, while Nagoya Imperial University was established in 1939.

Nagoya University’s official history traces its founding roots to the medical school established in 1871; imperial-university status followed in 1939.

Programs

Programs span humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, engineering, agriculture, medicine, information science and interdisciplinary graduate research.

Tuition

Tuition and mandatory fees depend on the program, study level, residency or citizenship status, and academic year. Applicants should use the university’s official current tuition or cost-of-attendance page for the exact amount.

Admission

Admission requirements vary by program and applicant category. Applicants should check the university’s official admissions pages for prerequisites, language requirements, documents and current deadlines.

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