International undergraduate student at Hiyoshi (full-time degree student)
Orientation and Guide You Must Check
・International Student Handbook 2026 (*keio.jp authentication is required) (to be released at alater date)
Scholarships
*This section covers the scholarship system for international students whose residence status is "student."
You will NOT be permitted to apply for scholarships if you skip any steps.
* "NEW students" are classified as those who enrolled at Keio in Spring 2026. *Click here for information for NEW students.
All others are considered "CURRENT students."
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[Step 1] : Complete the Scholarship Registration
To apply for scholarships, you must complete Scholarship Registration within the designated period every semester (spring and fall).
For the details of Scholarship Registration, please check the page below. Keio International Center Website (How to Apply )
Registration Period NEW students: Api. 1, 2026 (Wed.) - 11:00a.m. on Apr. 8, 2026 (Wed.) * The office is closed on weekends and holidays. We strongly recommend that you complete the registration process well in advance, as there may be some questions that arise during the actual registration process.
[Inquiries: K-Support-Inquiry-08 International Students: Keio Life*Visa Matters etc.]
* Registration is possible even outside of office hours (Saturday, Sunday, etc.), but please note that questions or inquiries cannot be answered on those days.
Step 2: Apply for Scholarships（As necessary） Once you have completed the scholarship registration, you can apply for scholarships offered by each foundation and Keio University.
After obtaining scholarship information and carefully reviewing the application requirements, please prepare the designated application form and documents, then submit them via the designated Google Form.
The scholarships currently available are listed on the website below.
Keio International Center Website (Scholarships Now Available )
【 How to open a new ordinary savings account? 】 Please check how to apply for opening" Japan Post Bank" on the website below. https://jp-bank-kaisetsu.japanpost.jp/account_open/0010.php https://www.jp-bank.japanpost.jp/app/tetsuzuki/app_tz_en.html *Please be aware that it may not be possible to open an account at the counter on the same day you apply. |
Submission of copy of residence card
All international students are required to submit information on their residence card to the International Office of their main campus on the following occasions:
① When you enter Keio University
② When the extension of your period of stay is approved and you obtain a new residence card,
③ When a change in your status of residence is approved and you obtain a new residence card,
④ When you newly obtain "Permission to Engage in Activity other than that Permitted under the Status of Residence Previously Granted"
Please submit copies of both the front and back sides of your updated residence card via K-Support>Applications>Residence Information Registration
*Make sure your address is printed on the residence card.
*The 12 digits of your residence card number must be clearly shown in the image.
Status of Residence (Visa Information)
*Revision of fees for residence procedures, etc. (Notice from the Immigration Services Bureau)
1.Students who are first entering Japan on a new visa or re-entering Japan on existing visa
・Regarding entry to Japan
Keio International Center Website (Regarding entry to Japan)
https://www.ic.keio.ac.jp/en/life/visa/new_entry_to_japan.html
・Regarding re-entry
2.Students who plan to return to university from a temporary leave of absence
[Inquiries: K-Support-Inquiry-08 International Students: Keio Life*Visa Matters etc.]
3.Students whose re-entry or residence card period has expired while they are outside of Japan
4.Students who wish to change their status of residence or change their period of stay
*The forms named "For organization, part 1" and "For organization, part 2" should be filled in and certified by Keio University as part of your application package. Log in to K-Support and follow the links for Applications → Issuance of Certificates to apply. Please check the detailed instruction from here .
Keio International Center Website (For International Students>Life at Keio>Changing Your Status of Residence)
Other Support
Support Groups for International Students (approved by the Keio University International Center)
・Official Student Clubs
・Various information to ensure that life while studying in Japan goes smoothly is also available on the International Center website.
https://www.ic.keio.ac.jp/en/life/
Websites for Student Support and Contact Details
| Classes, courses, exams (Academic Calendar, Guide for Course Registration, etc.), Procedures(issuance of certificates, etc.), Japanese class | Keio University Student Website |
| Portal site intended for current students at Keio University. News items and messages, and various applications. | K-Support |
| Residence card (Immigration), scholarships, etc. | Keio University International Center |
| Health Consultations | Keio University Health Center |
| Concerns, interpersonal relationships, mental and physical health, stress, etc. | Student Counseling Room |
Contact