Thorough Investigation into Strong and Weak Subjects of Successful Medical School Candidates! Takeda Juku Ishinkan Releases Survey Results
Medical school preparatory school "Takeda Juku Ishinkan" conducted a survey on strong and weak subjects among 22 successful medical school candidates. The results reveal that while many candidates excel in sciences and English, a significant portion viewed mathematics as a weak subject, yet they dedicated the most study time to it to overcome the challenge.
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While medical school entrance exams require a high level of academic proficiency, concrete data on which subjects successful candidates considered their strengths and which they found challenging remains scarce.
Therefore, we conducted a survey on strong and weak subjects among successful medical school candidates. This release clarifies subject-specific trends in medical school examinations based on the results.
■ Strong Subjects
The most common strong subjects among successful candidates were "English (22.7%)", "Chemistry (22.7%)", and "Biology (22.7%)", with these three tied for the top spot. They were followed by "Mathematics (13.6%)" and "Physics (9.1%)".
This data suggests a strong tendency for successful medical school candidates to excel in science subjects in addition to English.
■ Weak Subjects
The most commonly cited weak subject was "Mathematics (36.4%)". This was followed by "English (13.6%)", "Physics (13.6%)", "Chemistry (9.1%)", and "Biology (4.5%)".
■ Subjects Requiring the Most Study Time
The subject most frequently cited as requiring the most study time was "Mathematics (50%)". This was followed by "Chemistry (18.2%)", "English (13.6%)", "Physics (13.6%)", and "Biology (4.5%)".
Given that the percentage of students considering mathematics a weak subject was also high, it is plausible that a strategy of focusing time on challenging subjects to achieve mastery was employed.
■ Survey Overview
[Subject] Medical school preparatory school Takeda Juku Ishinkan
[Target] Successful medical school candidates
[Method] Questionnaire survey
[Valid Responses] 22
[Period] December 2025 - February 2026
Therefore, we conducted a survey on strong and weak subjects among successful medical school candidates. This release clarifies subject-specific trends in medical school examinations based on the results.
■ Strong Subjects
The most common strong subjects among successful candidates were "English (22.7%)", "Chemistry (22.7%)", and "Biology (22.7%)", with these three tied for the top spot. They were followed by "Mathematics (13.6%)" and "Physics (9.1%)".
This data suggests a strong tendency for successful medical school candidates to excel in science subjects in addition to English.
■ Weak Subjects
The most commonly cited weak subject was "Mathematics (36.4%)". This was followed by "English (13.6%)", "Physics (13.6%)", "Chemistry (9.1%)", and "Biology (4.5%)".
■ Subjects Requiring the Most Study Time
The subject most frequently cited as requiring the most study time was "Mathematics (50%)". This was followed by "Chemistry (18.2%)", "English (13.6%)", "Physics (13.6%)", and "Biology (4.5%)".
Given that the percentage of students considering mathematics a weak subject was also high, it is plausible that a strategy of focusing time on challenging subjects to achieve mastery was employed.
■ Survey Overview
[Subject] Medical school preparatory school Takeda Juku Ishinkan
[Target] Successful medical school candidates
[Method] Questionnaire survey
[Valid Responses] 22
[Period] December 2025 - February 2026
FAQ
Are successful medical school candidates often weak in mathematics?
Yes, in this survey, mathematics was cited as the most difficult subject by 36.4% of the successful candidates.
How should study time be allocated for weak subjects?
50% of successful candidates spent the most time on mathematics, suggesting that focusing heavily on weak subjects is an effective strategy.
Are the survey results from Takeda Juku Ishinkan reliable?
As a medical school preparatory school, this survey reflects the actual habits of successful candidates and serves as a benchmark for planning studies.