Eikei University Selected as a "Good Practice in University Entrance Examinations" by MEXT, Evaluated as One of Nine National Model Cases
Eikei University announced that its entrance examination initiatives were selected as one of nine national model cases in the "Collection of Good Practices in University Entrance Examinations for FY2024" published by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT). The university's "Comprehensive Selection (Spring Enrollment)" was highly praised for promoting high school-university articulation reform, including collaboration with high schools. This selection method emphasizes proactive learning motivation based on high school learning and experience, facilitating a smooth transition to university education.
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Eikei University (President Mutsuhiro Arinobu, Naka-ku, Hiroshima City) announced on March 31, 2026, that its entrance examination initiatives were selected in the "Collection of Good Practices in University Entrance Examinations for FY2024" published by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT). This case was selected based on the "Recommendations of the Council on the Ideal State of University Entrance Examinations" compiled by MEXT in July 2021, and is one of nine cases nationwide evaluated as a model initiative for other universities.
The university's "Comprehensive Selection (Spring Enrollment)" initiative was evaluated and selected from the perspective of "promoting high school-university articulation reform, including collaboration with high schools." This selection method emphasizes proactive learning motivation based on high school learning and experience, and is designed to connect with education after enrollment, promoting a smooth transition of learning from high school to university. MEXT plans to widely share good practices, including this case, as a reference for improving university entrance examinations, and Eikei University's initiatives are expected to contribute to entrance examination reforms at universities nationwide.
Eikei University will continue to promote education connected to society and accept students with a strong motivation to learn through entrance examinations that emphasize high school learning and experience, and proactiveness, under the brand message of "Creating Shared Futures – Meeting companions who create the future."
1. Related Links
MEXT University Entrance Examination Information Site: https://www.mext.go.jp/nyushi/
Collection of Good Practices in University Entrance Examinations for FY2024: https://www.mext.go.jp/content/20260327_mxt_daigakuc02_000005144_1.pdf
2. Admission Information - Spring Enrollment (Enrollment in April 2027)
https://admissions.eikei.ac.jp/info/
(1) Comprehensive Selection (Exclusive Application)
Application Period: September 1 (Tuesday) - September 7 (Monday) Noon, 2026
Second Selection Date: October 17 (Saturday), 2026
Announcement of Results: November 1 (Sunday) Noon, 2026
(2) Comprehensive Selection / International Student Selection (Concurrent Application)
Application Period: October 26 (Monday) - November 4 (Wednesday) Noon, 2026
Second Selection Dates: December 7 (Monday) - December 8 (Tuesday), 2026
Announcement of Results: December 18 (Friday) Noon, 2026
(3) School Recommendation Selection (Graduates from high schools in Hiroshima Prefecture only)
Application Period: November 1 (Sunday) - November 6 (Friday) Noon, 2026
Second Selection Dates: December 10 (Thursday) - December 11 (Friday), 2026
Announcement of Results: December 18 (Friday) Noon, 2026
(4) General Selection
University Entrance Common Test: January 16 (Saturday) - January 17 (Sunday), 2027
Application Period: January 25 (Monday) - February 3 (Wednesday) Noon, 2027
Second Selection Date: March 4 (Thursday), 2027
Announcement of Results: March 12 (Friday) Noon, 2027
Eikei University Website: https://www.eikei.ac.jp
The university's "Comprehensive Selection (Spring Enrollment)" initiative was evaluated and selected from the perspective of "promoting high school-university articulation reform, including collaboration with high schools." This selection method emphasizes proactive learning motivation based on high school learning and experience, and is designed to connect with education after enrollment, promoting a smooth transition of learning from high school to university. MEXT plans to widely share good practices, including this case, as a reference for improving university entrance examinations, and Eikei University's initiatives are expected to contribute to entrance examination reforms at universities nationwide.
Eikei University will continue to promote education connected to society and accept students with a strong motivation to learn through entrance examinations that emphasize high school learning and experience, and proactiveness, under the brand message of "Creating Shared Futures – Meeting companions who create the future."
1. Related Links
MEXT University Entrance Examination Information Site: https://www.mext.go.jp/nyushi/
Collection of Good Practices in University Entrance Examinations for FY2024: https://www.mext.go.jp/content/20260327_mxt_daigakuc02_000005144_1.pdf
2. Admission Information - Spring Enrollment (Enrollment in April 2027)
https://admissions.eikei.ac.jp/info/
(1) Comprehensive Selection (Exclusive Application)
Application Period: September 1 (Tuesday) - September 7 (Monday) Noon, 2026
Second Selection Date: October 17 (Saturday), 2026
Announcement of Results: November 1 (Sunday) Noon, 2026
(2) Comprehensive Selection / International Student Selection (Concurrent Application)
Application Period: October 26 (Monday) - November 4 (Wednesday) Noon, 2026
Second Selection Dates: December 7 (Monday) - December 8 (Tuesday), 2026
Announcement of Results: December 18 (Friday) Noon, 2026
(3) School Recommendation Selection (Graduates from high schools in Hiroshima Prefecture only)
Application Period: November 1 (Sunday) - November 6 (Friday) Noon, 2026
Second Selection Dates: December 10 (Thursday) - December 11 (Friday), 2026
Announcement of Results: December 18 (Friday) Noon, 2026
(4) General Selection
University Entrance Common Test: January 16 (Saturday) - January 17 (Sunday), 2027
Application Period: January 25 (Monday) - February 3 (Wednesday) Noon, 2027
Second Selection Date: March 4 (Thursday), 2027
Announcement of Results: March 12 (Friday) Noon, 2027
Eikei University Website: https://www.eikei.ac.jp
FAQ
How were Eikei University's entrance examination initiatives evaluated by MEXT?
Eikei University's entrance examination initiatives were selected as one of nine national model cases in MEXT's "Collection of Good Practices in University Entrance Examinations for FY2024," with its "Comprehensive Selection (Spring Enrollment)" being highly praised for promoting high school-university articulation reform.
What are the characteristics of Eikei University's "Comprehensive Selection (Spring Enrollment)"?
This selection method emphasizes proactive learning motivation based on high school learning and experience, and is designed to connect with education after university enrollment, aiming to facilitate a smooth transition of learning from high school to university.