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Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU)

Beppu, Oita, Japan · Private university · established 2000

Bachelor's, Master'sLast checked: 25 October 2026
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Overview

Quick answer: Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU) is a private university in Beppu, Oita, Japan, offering bachelor's, master's programmes. Indicative international tuition is JPY 1,300,000 to JPY 1,500,000 a year; many postgraduate programmes ask for IELTS 6 or equivalent.

Bilingual campus with many English-taught programmes and tuition reductions; check the current scheme.

Location

Beppu, Oita, Japan

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Type

Private

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Established

2000

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Levels

Bachelor's, Master's

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Indicative tuition

JPY 1,300,000 to JPY 1,500,000 a year

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In taka (approx.)

about BDT 10.5 lakh to BDT 12.2 lakh a year

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English (typical PG)

IELTS 6 overall or equivalent

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Official website

en.apu.ac.jp

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Popular subject areas

Subject areas where Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU) offers programmes. Open a subject to compare other universities.

Business & MBAEconomics & FinanceHospitality & TourismArts, Design & Humanities

Fees and cost of study (estimate in BDT)

Item (per year)JPYBDT (approx.)
Tuition (mid-range estimate)JPY 1,400,000BDT 11.3 lakh
Living costs (typical, 12 months)JPY 1,440,000BDT 11.7 lakh
Total first yearJPY 2,840,000BDT 23.0 lakh

Estimate only, using rates of 25 October 2026. The official visa funds rule for Japan is in our Japan guide.

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Admission requirements and documents

Typical documents for Bangladeshi applicants. The programme page decides the final list.

  • Passport valid for the whole course (renew early if it expires within 18 months)
  • SSC and HSC (or O/A level) certificates and mark sheets; bachelor's certificate and transcript for postgraduate study
  • English test result (IELTS Academic, PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT or Duolingo, as the university accepts) or a medium-of-instruction letter where accepted
  • Statement of purpose or motivation letter written by you, plus CV
  • Two recommendation letters where the programme asks for them
  • Sponsor documents: bank statement and solvency certificate, sponsor's income proof, TIN and tax return acknowledgement
  • Birth certificate or NID; names and dates must match the passport and certificates

Student visa for Japan

The Japanese Government (MEXT) scholarship is the main route for many Bangladeshi students; the embassy round opens around May.

  1. Watch the embassy notice (around April to May).
  2. Apply with documents; sit the exam and interview.
  3. Secure a university placement or supervisor.

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Scholarships to look at

Also check the university's own scholarships page. No scholarship is guaranteed.

Frequently asked questions

What is the tuition fee at Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU) for Bangladeshi students?

Indicative tuition is JPY 1,300,000 to JPY 1,500,000 a year (about BDT 10.5 lakh upwards). Fees differ by programme and year, so check the official fee page before you apply.

What IELTS score does Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU) need?

Many postgraduate programmes ask for about IELTS 6 overall, but some programmes ask for more. Check the English requirement on the programme page.

Can Bangladeshi students apply to Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU)?

Yes. Bangladeshi applicants apply as international students. Entry depends on the programme's academic, English and document requirements.

How do I get a student visa for Japan?

After you receive your offer, follow the Japan student visa steps in our Japan guide. Our counsellors can review your file before you submit.

Sources

Decisions are made by the university and the immigration authority. Fees and rules change, so confirm before you pay.

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