Kyoto University
Ranking, international fees, entry rules for Bangladeshi qualifications, intakes, scholarships and living costs, checked against Kyoto’s own pages.
Check my chances at KyotoLast updated 4 October 2026Figures checked against official sources, listed at the end
Kyoto University: highlights
Kyoto University ranks 64th in the QS World University Rankings 2027, second in Japan. Its Kyoto iUP programme is one of the few routes into a top Japanese university for school leavers who do not yet speak Japanese, and every student on it receives financial support.
- After HSC: The route for school leavers is Kyoto iUP: a 4.5-year programme made up of a 6-month preparatory course and a 4-year bachelor’s degree. You do not need Japanese to apply, but the degree itself is taught in Japanese, so you learn the language intensively during the programme.
- For a master’s Each graduate school runs its own admission. Some offer English-taught degree programmes, and others allow study in English depending on the laboratory and supervisor, especially for a PhD.:
- Tuition: ¥535,800 a year; ¥282,000 graduate admission fee
- Scholarship: Kyoto iUP: fee waivers and up to ¥120,000 a month.
- Intakes: Kyoto iUP in October; graduate programmes in April or October.
Key facts
Kyoto iUP guidelines for the October 2026 enrolment are published on the programme’s website; the next round follows the same pattern.
Kyoto rankings
| Ranking | Position |
|---|---|
| QS World University Rankings 2027 | 64 in the world, 2nd in Japan |
Tuition and fees
As a national university, Kyoto charges the same tuition to Japanese and international students.
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition, bachelor’s and graduate | ¥535,800 a year |
| Tuition, Law School | ¥804,000 a year |
| Admission fee, graduate | ¥282,000, once |
| Kyoto iUP preparatory course | ¥28,200 admission and ¥296,000 for 6 months, before waivers |
All Kyoto iUP students receive a full admission fee waiver and a full or partial tuition waiver.
Admission requirements for Bangladeshi students
| Your qualification or level | What Kyoto asks for |
|---|---|
| HSC | The route for school leavers is Kyoto iUP: a 4.5-year programme made up of a 6-month preparatory course and a 4-year bachelor’s degree. You do not need Japanese to apply, but the degree itself is taught in Japanese, so you learn the language intensively during the programme. |
| Examination fee | ¥17,000 for undergraduate applications and ¥30,000 for graduate applications |
| Master’s Each graduate school runs its own admission. Some offer English-taught degree programmes, and others allow study in English depending on the laboratory and supervisor, especially for a PhD. |
English language scores
Kyoto iUP applicants show their ability through the documents and tests listed in the application guidelines. Graduate programmes set their own language requirements.
Kyoto: yearly intakes
Kyoto iUP starts in October. Regular Japanese-taught degrees start in April, and graduate programmes in April or October.
| Intake | Classes start | Apply by | Open for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kyoto iUP | October | See the application guidelines; applications open about a year ahead | School leavers |
| Graduate programmes | April or October | Set by each graduate school | Master’s and PhD applicants |
MEXT scholarship applicants apply through the Embassy of Japan in Dhaka in April and May of the year before.
How to apply
- Read the Kyoto iUP application guidelines
They list the documents and test results you can submit.
- Apply online within the window
Selection is by documents and an interview.
- For graduate study, contact a supervisor first
Many graduate schools expect it.
- Get the Certificate of Eligibility and apply for the visa
The university applies for the certificate. Visa applications from Bangladesh go through VFS in Gulshan-2, Dhaka.
Scholarships for Bangladeshi students
Kyoto iUP scholarship
Kyoto University
- Admission fee
- Fully waived
- Tuition
- Fully or partly waived
- Allowance
- Up to ¥120,000 a month
- Length
- 4.5 years
Available to all Kyoto iUP students, covering the preparatory course and the bachelor’s degree.
View on official site ↗MEXT, applied for through the Embassy of Japan in Dhaka in April and May, is the main fully funded route.
Living costs in Kyoto
Kyoto is cheaper than Tokyo for rent.
For the visa, your supporter is expected to show about ¥2,000,000 for tuition and living costs, with 6 months of bank statements and tax records for 3 years.
What one year costs in total
Without a waiver, a year’s tuition is ¥535,800. Kyoto iUP students have this fully or partly waived and receive up to ¥120,000 a month.
Work and careers after Kyoto
Reputation
- 64 in the world, 2nd in Japan in the QS World University Rankings 2027.
- Kyoto iUP gives every student fee waivers and a monthly allowance.
Work while you study
- Up to 28 hours a week with a work permission stamp.
- Longer hours are allowed during long vacations.
Stay after graduating
- A Designated Activities status lets you look for work for 6 months, extendable to 1 year.
- Most graduate jobs in Japan expect working Japanese.
Kyoto: FAQs
Can I get into Kyoto with HSC?
The route for school leavers is Kyoto iUP: a 4.5-year programme made up of a 6-month preparatory course and a 4-year bachelor’s degree. You do not need Japanese to apply, but the degree itself is taught in Japanese, so you learn the language intensively during the programme.
How much does Kyoto cost for international students?
Tuition is ¥535,800 a year. The graduate admission fee is ¥282,000. Kyoto iUP students have the admission fee waived and tuition fully or partly waived.
What do I need for a master’s at Kyoto?
Each graduate school runs its own admission. Some offer English-taught degree programmes, and others allow study in English depending on the laboratory and supervisor, especially for a PhD.
When are the intakes at Kyoto?
Kyoto iUP starts in October. Graduate programmes start in April or October.
Are there scholarships for Bangladeshi students at Kyoto?
Yes. All Kyoto iUP students receive fee waivers and a monthly allowance of up to ¥120,000. MEXT is the other main route.
Do I need Japanese for Kyoto iUP?
Not to apply. The programme starts with a 6-month preparatory course and intensive Japanese, because the bachelor’s degree is taught in Japanese.
Plan the rest
Official sources
- Kyoto iUP ↗Checked 2026-10-04 · next review 2026-11-03
- Kyoto University: tuition, scholarships and visas FAQ ↗Checked 2026-10-04 · next review 2026-11-03
- Kyoto University: tuition and fees ↗Checked 2026-10-04 · next review 2026-11-03
- QS World University Rankings 2027 ↗Checked 2026-10-04 · next review 2026-11-03
These are dated editorial checks, not a live data feed. Recheck the original page before applying or paying.
About this guide. Researched by the Student Visa From Bangladesh editorial team from the official sources listed above and last checked on 4 October 2026. We are not a university or a government agency, and admission and visa outcomes are never guaranteed. Read our editorial policy.