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Okayama University General Selection Admissions Procedures 2026

Okayama University, located in Okayama City and led by President Yasuyuki Nasu, has officially outlined the application process for the 2026 academic year through its general selection (first stage) examination.

Overview

Prospective students wishing to apply must first check the student recruitment guidelines available on the university's website and register as applicants via the internet application page. It is essential that the completed application documents reach the university by post (registered or expedited) within the specified application period.

Key Dates

• - Application Period (First Stage General Selection): January 26 (Monday) to February 4 (Wednesday), 2026, by 5:00 PM (must arrive by this deadline). Applications postmarked by February 2 (Monday) are accepted even if they arrive after the application period.

Internet Application Registration

To register, applicants must visit the internet application page. The registration link can be found here.

Modifications to Internet Application

Applicants wishing to modify their internet application information should refer to the respective page for guidance. Details are available here.

Important Notes

• - Registration as an applicant can only be performed through the internet application page.
• - Simply registering and paying the application fee does not finalize the application. Necessary application documents must be mailed and received by the university within the application period.
• - Applicants will not receive notifications confirming the receipt of their documents.
• - Applications submitted after the deadline (or with missing documents) will not be accepted. It is recommended to allow sufficient time for mailing and administrative procedures.

Latest Updates and Resources

This information is based on content published on Okayama University's website as of January 26, 2026. For the latest updates, please check the university's official website. You can access the page with the most recent admissions news here.

Additional References

• - Check Okayama University’s official website for further information.
• - Access the Okayama University 2025 Web Open Campus special site here.

Video Messages

For high school students, President Nasu’s message can be viewed through the following links:

• - Watch the message here.
• - A YouTube video of President Nasu speaking directly to students can be found here.

Contact Information

For inquiries regarding admissions:

• - Okayama University, Student Affairs Department, Admissions Division
• - Address: 2-1-1 Tsushima-naka, Kita-ku, Okayama City, Okayama 700-8530
• - Phone: 086-251-7193~7194, 7295
• - Fax: 086-251-7197
• - More details can be found here.

Collaboration with Okayama University Hospital

For inquiries related to collaboration with the pharmaceutical and medical devices industry, please contact:

• - Okayama University Hospital, New Medical Research Development Center
• - Address: 2-5-1 Shikada-cho, Kita-ku, Okayama City, Okayama 700-8558
• - Check here for relevant inquiries.

Additional Resources

For inquiries relating to research equipment and startup ventures, further details can be found on the university’s website.
Interested parties can also explore Okayama University’s initiatives in sustainable development goals (SDGs) and other innovative projects.

Stay informed about Okayama University’s academic excellence and collaborative initiatives as it continues to enhance its position as a leading research university.