Academic Calendar

Tuition at Joshibi starts in April and ends the following January. It is divided into two terms. Exchange students may study for either one term or one academic year. Shorter study periods may be negotiated upon request. Regardless of the study period, students are advised to begin their studies on the official commencement date of the term.

Normally, students attend classes from Monday through Friday, although some exceptions may apply. No classes are held on Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays, and designated university holidays (including Joshibi Art Festival Week), except for certain national holidays on which classes may be conducted. There are also no classes during university vacation periods.

A set of application materials for admission to the spring term should arrive by 15 November, and for the autumn term by 15 April.