Intake Dates & Deadlines
Japanese language schools operate on four primary intake terms throughout the calendar year. Plan your application 6–10 months in advance.
April Intake
RecommendedApplication Deadline
October of previous year
COE Issuance
End of February
Visa Application
Early March
Ideal for: Students seeking a full two-year language program leading directly into standard university admissions.
July Intake
Application Deadline
January of current year
COE Issuance
Mid-May
Visa Application
Early June
Ideal for: Students planning to take the crucial Examination for Japanese University Admission (EJU) in November.
October Intake
Application Deadline
April of current year
COE Issuance
End of August
Visa Application
Early September
Ideal for: The standard transition pathway for students who receive their final academic results in the May/June period.
January Intake
Application Deadline
August of previous year
COE Issuance
Mid-November
Visa Application
Early December
Ideal for: Fast-tracked students requiring a shorter, highly intensive 1.3-year language program.
Why April is Recommended
The April intake is universally considered the most reliable and advantageous pathway. The Japanese academic and fiscal year officially begins in April, allowing students to complete a full two-year language program and transition directly into standard university admissions without timing gaps.