How to Apply

General Process from Application to Results

The following information is for applying for 2027 enrollment. Additionally, the following is the general application process. It may vary for each applicant.

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STEP 01

Create an account through the APU Online Application System.

STEP 02

Enter your application information and upload digital copies of the required documents. For more information, view the Application Handbook from our Downloads page.

STEP 03

Pay your application fee and submit your online application.

STEP 04

Complete your recorded interview before the application deadline.

STEP 05

Receive your application results, APU Tuition Reduction Scholarship results*.
*If applicable.

Note

There are additional enrollment procedures that need to be completed if you are admitted. For more details on the enrollment process, including your student visa application, view here.

Online Application Checklist

A digital copy of all required application documents should be submitted through the online application.
There is no need to print out the documents submitted online and send them to APU at the time of application. All documents submitted online will be treated as an authentic copy.
Upload an official English or Japanese translation for documents not written in English or Japanese.

For All Applicants

Academic documents (transcripts and graduation certificate)
Language proficiency test score
Standardized test scores
Proof of extracurricular activities (if applicable)
Application fee
Essays (only if applying for the APU Tuition Reduction Scholarship)
Letter of Recommendation (only if applying for the APU Tuition Reduction Scholarship)
Recorded interview

For Transfer Applicants

Required documents for transfer applicants
Credit Transfer Application Form
Syllabus
Documents listing class hours and number of classes for each course

Keep Your Documents

Enrolling students must submit original documents or certified copies of uploaded application documents to APU by post. Therefore, make sure to hold on to any documents you submit during the application process. Your acceptance to APU will be revoked if your documents submitted after acceptance differ from those uploaded with your online application, or if you are not able to submit the necessary documents.

Test Scores, Test Information, and Documents

Click “Add Test” within the Online Application System on the Test Information and Certified Documents page to select the language proficiency test or standardized test scores you would like to submit, then upload a digital copy of the original results. The accepted tests are listed below.

Accepted English Language Proficiency Test Documents

Cambridge English Qualifications/Linguaskill
Duolingo English Test
EIKEN Test in Practical English Proficiency
IELTS*/IELTS Online*
PTE Academic
TOEFL iBT® Test*
TOEIC® L&R/S&W Test

Standardized Test	Documents to be Submitted
Cambridge English Qualifications/Linguaskill	Documents to be Submitted: Result Statement Cambridge English Qualifications: Verification Number or Reference Number Linguaskill: Candidate ID (User name), Average Level and Average Score
Duolingo English Test	Documents to be Submitted: Request to have your score sent directly to APU.
EIKEN Test in Practical English Proficiency	Documents to be Submitted: Digital copy of the original test result
IELTS/IELTS Online	Documents to be Submitted: Digital copy of the Test Report Form Test Report Form Number (TRF Number) IELTS One Skill Retake is accepted.
PTE Academic	Documents to be Submitted: Digital copy of the score report
TOEFL iBT® Test*	Documents to be Submitted: Digital copy of the score report. MyBest^® scores are accepted.
TOEIC® L&R/S&W Test	Documents to be Submitted: Digital copy of the original score report

*TOEFL ITP® Test, TOEFL iBT® Home Edition, IELTS (General Training Module), TOEIC® Program IP (Institutional Program), and PTE General are not accepted.

Accepted Japanese Language Proficiency Test Documents

EJU Japanese
Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT)

Standardized Test	Documents to be Submitted
EJU Japanese	Documents to be Submitted: Digital copy of the Score Confirmation Report
Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT)	Documents to be Submitted: Digital copy of the Certificate of Result and Scores

Accepted Standardized Tests

Submit scores of the standardized tests listed below if you possess them (if you possess multiple test scores, submit all of them). These test scores will be used to screen your academic ability. Some of the standardized tests can also be used for the application eligibility Requirement 1: Educational Qualification. For further details regarding the educational qualifications required to apply to APU, refer here.

Abitur
ACT
Baccalaureate
BTEC
Examination for Japanese University Admission for International Students (EJU)
GCE A Level*
GCE A Level (Singapore)
GCE A Level (Sri Lanka)
International A Levels (IAL)**
General Educational Development (GED)
Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination (HKDSE)
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
SAT (New) (Reading & Writing + Mathematics)
High School Graduation Equivalency Exam

Standardized Test	Documents to be Submitted
Abitur	Documents to be Submitted: Upload your final result sheet (Abiturzeugnis).
ACT	Documents to be Submitted: Request to have your score report sent directly to APU using the institution code 5475 and upload a digital copy of the score report within the online application. Superscores are accepted.
Baccalaureate	Documents to be Submitted: Upload your transcript. Note that your enrollment eligibility may be revoked if you are not able to successfully receive a Diploma.
BTEC	Documents to be Submitted: Upload your scores from the following tests: Level 3 Diploma/National Diploma Level 3 Extended Diploma/National Extended Diploma Tests of Level 4 and above
Examination for Japanese University Admission for International Students (EJU)	Documents to be Submitted: Upload scores from one or more of the following subjects: Japan & the World, Mathematics (Course 1), Mathematics (Course 2)
GCE A Level*	Documents to be Submitted: Upload results from at least two subjects, or at least four subjects for AS Level.
GCE A Level (Singapore)	Documents to be Submitted: Upload results from three subjects.
GCE A Level (Sri Lanka)	Documents to be Submitted: Upload a digital copy of the score report with results from three subjects and enter your reference number.
International A Levels (IAL)**	Documents to be Submitted: Upload results from at least two subjects, or at least four subjects for AS Level.
General Educational Development (GED)	Documents to be Submitted: Upload your Official GED Transcript and diploma.
Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination (HKDSE)	Documents to be Submitted: Upload results from four core subjects and at least one elective subject. Predicted scores are accepted.
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma	Documents to be Submitted: Upload your IB transcript and diploma. Predicted grades are accepted. Note that your enrollment eligibility may be revoked if you are not able to successfully receive an IB Diploma.
SAT (New) (Reading & Writing + Mathematics)	Documents to be Submitted: Request to send your score report to APU directly using the institution code 2791 and upload a digital copy of the score report within the online application.
High School Graduation Equivalency Exam	Documents to be Submitted: Upload your official exam result and diploma.

*Submitting AS Level results alone is not sufficient and does not meet the required educational qualifications. We strongly recommend you submit three or more A Level subjects.

**Submitting IAL AS Level results alone is not sufficient and does not meet the required educational qualifications. We strongly recommend you submit three or more A Level subjects.

Other Standardized Tests:
You may upload the results of up to two additional standardized tests not listed under the “Accepted Standardized Tests” above. Only standardized test score reports within their validity period will be accepted.

FAQ

How do I apply?

First, please create an account through the APU Online Application System. For step-by-step instructions, please check the explanations at the top of this page.

What are English language proficiency tests are accepted for application eligibility?

Most English based applicants are required to submit an English proficiency test as part of the application requirements. TOEFL, IELTS and Duolingo are just a few of the language proficiency tests accepted at APU. Please check the “Test Scores, Test Information, and Documents” section above.
For April 2027 enrollment, only scores of examinations taken on or after June 1, 2024 and by the application deadline will be accepted. For September 2027 enrollment, only scores of examinations taken on or after September 1, 2024 and by the application deadline will be accepted.
For details about language test exemptions, view the application handbook from our Downloads page.

How do I submit my academic documents?

You will submit PDF copies of your documents through the APU Online Application System. Submissions via email or postal mail are not accepted. However, during the enrollment process, it will be necessary to send some of the original documents by mail. After completing the application, please make sure to keep copies of all the documents you submitted.