Overseas University Acceptances Soar to 325, with 6 into UTokyo/Kyoto, 196 into National/Public Universities

Kadokawa Dwango Educational Institute N High School, S High School, and R High School (hereinafter referred to as N High School Group) have released preliminary results for their 2026 university entrance examinations. ※ Previously, 'academic year' notation was used in press releases and on websites, but from this year, we have changed to 'year' notation. ▶ 2026 University Acceptance Results: https://nnn.ed.jp/results/next_stage * As of March 31, 2026 (compared to the same day last year) ◼️ Trends in 2026 Acceptance Results This year, the number of students accepted into overseas universities surpassed 300 for the first time. Notably, acceptance into universities ranked within the top 100 of THE World University Rankings has increased to 86 students (a 209.76% increase year-on-year, up by 45 students), indicating not only an overall rise in acceptances but also an increase in admissions to highly competitive universities. Furthermore, two students were accepted into Minerva University in the US, which has been ranked the most innovative university globally by WURI (The World University Rankings for Innovation) for four consecutive years. Both of these students utilized the overseas university advancement course offered by the individual tutoring school, '*N Juku'. Through career guidance provided by their overseas university application advisory team and a unique educational system, N High School Group facilitates diverse pathways to universities worldwide. Domestically, three students were accepted into the University of Tokyo and three into Kyoto University. These six students (including one who had already graduated) were part of '*Class H', a community for students aiming for top universities. Internationally, five students from the same community were accepted into universities within the top 100 of THE World University Rankings, such as the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Melbourne, and Monash University. In '*Class H', graduates who advanced to prestigious universities serve as TAs (Teaching Assistants) to support current applicants. In addition to mentor guidance, direct, personal support from relatable role models who have successfully navigated the application process proved to be a significant boost towards achieving their target university admissions. Moreover, students who advanced from '*N Junior High School' to the N High School Group and continued their studies with the N High School curriculum were accepted into Kyoto University, demonstrating the success of the integrated junior-senior high school education for another year. Kyoto University saw successful admissions not only through the general entrance examination but also through the 'Special Entrance Examination' by leveraging achievements in the 'N High School Group Research Club'. Additionally, successful admissions were achieved through recommendation-based entrance exams at national universities such as Kyushu University and Tsukuba University. For private universities, 31 students were accepted into Waseda University and Keio University (a 193.75% increase year-on-year, up by 15 students), and 29 students were accepted into GMARCH universities (a 120.83% increase year-on-year, up by 5 students) through integrated and school recommendation-based selection processes. Furthermore, 33.84% of acceptances from students in the commuting and online commuting courses were through integrated selection exams. This success is attributed to the learning support provided at campuses nationwide, leveraging experiences from extracurricular activities, club activities, problem-based learning, and vocational training for admissions, along with multi-faceted support from mentors and specialized staff in interview coaching and document review. In medical faculties, students were accepted into national universities such as Tohoku University, Nagasaki University, Kumamoto University, and Nara Medical University, as well as private universities like Keio University. The number of students accepted into art universities increased to 102 (a 146.66% increase year-on-year, up by 31 students). 1,788 students from the N High School Group were accepted into the affiliated online university, ZEN University, as current students. ＜2026 University Entrance Exam Acceptance Results Preliminary Figures＞ ■ Over 325 students accepted into overseas universities (168.39% year-on-year), 2 into Minerva University, and 86 into universities within the top 100 of 'THE World University Rankings'. Acceptances into overseas universities reached 325 students (168.39% year-on-year, an increase of 132 students). Furthermore, 86 students were accepted into universities within the top 100 of 'THE World University Rankings', a significant increase from last year (209.76% year-on-year, an increase of 45 students). Key acceptance institutions include the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), The University of Melbourne, McGill University, The University of Sydney, The University of Manchester, The Australian National University, The University of New South Wales, University of Bristol, and The University of Queensland, among others. ■ 196 students accepted into national and public universities, with 3 accepted into the University of Tokyo and 3 into Kyoto University. The number of students accepted into national and public universities was 196 (103.70% year-on-year, an increase of 7 students). Among these, 3 students were accepted into the University of Tokyo (a 42.86% decrease year-on-year, down by 4 students), and 3 students into Kyoto University (a 300.00% increase year-on-year, up by 2 students). ■ 91 students accepted into Waseda/Keio, 313 into GMARCH, and 468 into Kankandoritsu Kin. The number of students accepted into Waseda University and Keio University combined was 91 (a 110.98% increase year-on-year, up by 9 students). Additionally, 313 students were accepted into GMARCH universities (Gakushuin, Meiji, Aoyama Gakuin, Rikkyo, Chuo, Hosei) (a 118.56% increase year-on-year, up by 49 students), and 468 students into Kankandoritsu Kin (Kansai Gakuin, Kansai, Doshisha, Ritsumeikan, Kinki) (an 86.83% decrease year-on-year, down by 71 students). ■ 23 students accepted into medical faculties. The number of students accepted into medical faculties was 23 (a 176.92% increase year-on-year, up by 10 students). Of these, 7 students were accepted into national university medical faculties (a 140.00% increase year-on-year, up by 2 students). ■ 102 students accepted into art and design universities. The number of students accepted into art and design universities increased to 102 (a 143.66% increase year-on-year, up by 31 students). Among these, 5 students were accepted into Tokyo University of the Arts (a 125.00% increase year-on-year, up by 1 student), 26 students into Tama Art University (a 162.50% increase year-on-year, up by 10 students), and 31 students into Musashino Art University (a 155.00% increase year-on-year, up by 11 students). * An error was found in the advertisements published in 'Sunday Mainichi' on April 12 (released March 31) and April 19 (released April 7). For the April 12 issue, the figures for art and design universities should be '45 -> 77' (compared to '78 -> 141' last year), and for the April 19 issue, '52 -> 99' (compared to '85 -> 177' last year). We apologize for the error and issue this correction. * '*N Juku' is an individual tutoring school that caters to diverse learning needs, including university entrance exam preparation, fundamental academic improvement, and applications to overseas and prestigious domestic universities. It offers courses for the Common Test and for prestigious universities, providing a supportive learning environment for students who feel they are falling behind. For students aiming for overseas universities, it also supports obtaining qualifications such as Eiken and TOEIC, providing opportunities to acquire necessary skills for their career paths. * Class H is a community designed for students aiming for prestigious universities to enhance their essential thinking and practical skills through free and autonomous learning. It provides academic, environmental, and financial support through monthly original tests designed with the Common Test and University of Tokyo entrance exam problems in mind, as well as discussions and interactions with teams composed of current and former University of Tokyo students. * N Junior High School is not a junior high school established under Article 1 of the School Education Act. Students study at N Junior High School while remaining enrolled in their original junior high school. N High School Group graduated 11,449 students this spring. The graduation rates for 2026 are as follows: * Graduation rate for students who acquired the necessary credits in the first and second years and entered the third year: 99.02% * Percentage of students who enrolled in the 2023 academic year and graduated in March 2026: 86.99% * Graduation rate excluding students who transferred or withdrew: 93.15% * As of March 31, 2026 ◆ About Kadokawa Dwango Educational Institute N High School, S High School, and R High School ◆ N High School Group operates as 'internet high schools' utilizing the internet and the correspondence education system. Following the opening of 'N High School' in 2016, 'S High School' was opened in 2021 as the second school, and 'R High School' opened in 2025 as the third. The current student population is 35,744 (as of the end of December 2025). In addition to providing cutting-edge online learning environments utilizing VR and AI, students can take compulsory classes for high school graduation qualifications, as well as a variety of extracurricular classes in areas such as university entrance exams, programming, illustration, novels, games, fashion, cooking, and beauty, online at their own pace. Furthermore, they offer learning opportunities to acquire practical skills and experiences for society, such as hands-on vocational experiences conducted nationwide and problem-solving learning programs in collaboration with companies and local governments. Website: https://nnn.ed.jp/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@n_highschool X: https://twitter.com/nhigh_info Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nhighschool TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nshighschool ◆ About Kadokawa Dwango Educational Institute N Junior High School ◆ N Junior High School is a new concept school, a 'progressive school,' established in consideration of the spirit of the Act on Securing Educational Opportunities. Currently, 1,664 students (as of the end of December 2025) are studying nationwide. At N Junior High School, students learn 'culture, thinking skills, and practical skills' to develop comprehensive abilities. There are diverse learning contents, including 21st-century skills learning, programming, and foundational studies (Japanese, Math, English). Each student can learn at their own pace, find their goals, and take initiative to act, opening the first step towards their dreams of career paths and future endeavors. * N Junior High School is not a junior high school established under Article 1 of the School Education Act. Students study at N Junior High School while remaining enrolled in their original junior high school. Website: https://n-jr.jp/ X: https://twitter.com/njrjp1 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nnn.jr.f Keywords: N High, S High, R High, University Entrance Exams, University Admissions, Examinations, Acceptance Results, Overseas Universities, University of Tokyo, Kyoto University