FAQ

We have compiled a list of frequently asked questions and concerns sent to the Japan Hotel School.

School Guide

• What is the difference between a vocational school and a technical college?
• What is the difference between a university's "tourism-related faculty/department"?
• Is it advantageous to go to university to get a job in the hotel or bridal industry?
• Is the school accredited? (Is it a so-called "accredited school"?)
• What are the key points to consider when choosing a school?
• What kind of attire should I wear to the entrance ceremony?
• Do you wear a suit to school every day?
• Can I go back to my parents' house for a few days during long holidays such as summer vacation? (Hotel Study Support System User)
• I'm worried because I have no knowledge at all. Will I be able to keep up with the classes?
• Are there any boys in Bridal Course?
• I'm not good at English, but can I aim to work in a hotel?
• I heard that hotel and bridal jobs have low pay and little vacation time. Is this true?
• What are your future prospects for the hotel and bridal industry?

Events and Open Campus

• What should I wear to the school information session or open campus?
• I made a reservation for the open campus through the website, but I haven't received a confirmation email. Has my reservation been made?
• Can I attend open campus events or weekday information sessions without making a reservation?
• What kind of information session do I need to attend in order to receive an "Event Participation Certificate"?
• Are there people who attend open campus events or weekday school information sessions alone?

Subject (Class Content)

• Please tell me about the internship (internship/part-time job)
• What kind of training do you provide for exams and qualifications?
• Is it possible to obtain multiple qualifications?
• How much homework/assignments is there?

Career and employment

• When I start working, I will be 23 or 24 years old. Will it be difficult to find a job?
• Is it difficult to get a job at a Disney brand hotel?
• Are there people who get jobs at guest house wedding companies?

Support system for further education

• Is there support for students who live alone and want to study independently?
• Are there any scholarships available after enrollment?
• What kind of questions are asked in the scholarship selection exam?
• Do you have past exam question collections for scholarships and written examinations?
• What is the competition rate for scholarship exams?
• When will the interviews and exams for the Special Scholarship Examination be held?
• Are there any systems in place for exemption from entrance fees or reduction of tuition fees?
• Is it possible to borrow a large sum of money through the Japan Student Services Organization scholarship?
• When will the Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) scholarship payments begin?
• Who should apply for the Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) scholarship?
• I would like to use the Japan Student Services Organization scholarship to cover the tuition fees I pay during the enrollment process. Is this possible?
• How do I repay the Japan Student Services Organization scholarship I borrowed?

Admissions Guide

• When should tuition fees be paid?
• How much are the entrance fees and tuition fees?
• How much is the tuition fee for the second year?
• Are there any other costs besides tuition fees?
• What was the ratio last year?
• If I have a lot of absences, will that affect my admissions process?
• Is the entrance exam difficult?
• If I don't get good grades in high school, will that affect my admissions?
• If I do not attend the school information session (open campus), will it affect my selection process?
• What should you talk about in terms of your "reason for applying" and "self-promotion" during the entrance examination interview?
• Is there an age restriction for admission?
• Can I check if the high school I am attending is a designated school?
• What are the recommendation criteria for designated school recommendation admission selection?
• What does "any three subjects" mean in the selection criteria for school recommendation admissions?
• If I want to English Course, what level is the English test required for admission?
• If I fail English Course, do I have to retake Hotel Course?
• Can I apply to both a university and a junior college?
• Could you tell me about the AO entrance exam?

International Education and Study Abroad

• Do I have to pay for the overseas study trip separately from tuition fees?
• How much does the study abroad program cost per year, including tuition fees?

Night time

• Can I still be considered a "vocational school graduate" if I graduate from a night school? Can I write "vocational school graduate" in my highest level of education?
• If I graduate from the night school, can I obtain a "specialist" qualification?
• I would like to know the difference between the day and night classes.
• Is there a difference in salary after employment between day and night classes?
• Can I buy a commuter pass for night school students?
• Can I become a scholarship student at the night school?
• I'm currently a high school student, but are the night school students only older than me?

University/Junior college students, working adults

• Is it possible to study at a university or junior college?
• Is there anyone who went on to higher education after working as a part-time worker?
• If I have experience as a part-time worker, will that put me at a disadvantage when job hunting?
• Are there any students enrolled who have already graduated from high school?

International students

• I am an international student. Do I need a guarantor?
• What are the admission requirements for international students at Japan Hotel School?
• What level of attendance is required at Japanese language schools?
• What are the entrance exams for international students?
• Are international students given preferential treatment regarding tuition fees?