Here you will find a wide range of information on Osaka University
Meet the President
Names, positions, and pictures of the trustees
Please download and view the March 22, 2012 Graduation and Investiture Ceremony address by President Hirano
Please download and view an English translation of the March 25, 2011 Graduation and Investiture Ceremony address by President Washida.
Please download and view an English translation of the April 6, 2011 Entrance Ceremony address by President Washida
Outline of the University
Explore wide-ranging topics concerning Osaka University
A number of characteristics and achievements make Osaka University unique
Along with other national universities in Japan, the status of Osaka University was changed to that of a semi-privatized institution in 2004
Documents concerning the various mid-term goals of Osaka University can be accessed by clicking on the link below.
Documents concerning the various mid-term plans of Osaka University can be accessed by clicking on the link below.
Osaka University has produced a Ground Plan that maps out its course for the future
Similar to the Osaka University Profile document, this document presents facts and figures for the years 2004-2006.
Osaka University traces some of its furthest roots back to this "place of learning."
Similar to the Osaka University Profile document, this document presents facts and figures for the years 2007-2009.
The seed that blossomed into what, in time, became Osaka University
Osaka University Foundation for the Future supports the continued development of education and research at the university. Moreover, it also provides a stable financial foundation for the university. It is for these goals that it was established in May 2009. Please join us in making these goals a reality!
International Exchange Programs & Overseas Study
Osaka University is making great efforts to internationalize
The International Affairs Board oversees international affairs for Osaka University and promotes international academic exchange through comprehensive planning, policy formulation, and coordination.
Osaka University has exchange program agreements with a large number of universities around the world
Osaka University has established overseas centers in three countries: the Netherlands, Thailand, and the USA
Osaka University belongs to both APRU and AEARU
Osaka University welcomes researchers and students from overseas; Osaka University students and researchers also go abroad for study and research.
Please download and view a manual--written in both English and Japanese--of guidelines for crisis management at Osaka University.
Studying outside one's Home Country (in-coming / out-going)
International Student Programs at a Glance
Information on becoming an Exchange Student
Center for International Exchange and Education
Global Campus Net (GCN) Osaka and Global Campus Net, Worldwide (GWW)
Residences for International Students and Researchers
2011 Osaka University Admission Guide for International Applicants
Career & Further Education info
Graduating soon? There's support for you here
Support services
Osaka University provides a number of options for individuals having financial difficulties
Multiple services are available at Osaka University to make your stay more pleasant, safe, and healthy.
Various types of certificates can often be obtained with a minimum of fuss
The university sponsors various activities to stimulate and encourage leadership
Organization of the University--addresses and more
General Information
This page is available only in Japanese.
This page is available only in Japanese.
Information about retired public officers assuming positions as Independent Administrative Officers
Certified Evaluation and Accreditation
Synopsis of Administration (as of October 2, 2009)
Synopsis of the Administration (as of October 1, 2008)
Reports on Results for the 2007-08 year and the Mid-Term Goals Period (2004-2007)
Financial Information of the former Osaka University of Foreign Studies
Purpose, Outline of Duties, and the Relationship with National Policies
Synopsis of the Administration
Synopsis of the Administration (as of April 1, 2009)
Evaluation of Achievements for Mid-Term Goals Period (2004-2007)
Information about Standards for Officers' Remuneration and Staff Salary (2007)
Evaluation Results of Achievements of National Corporation Osaka University
Evaluation of Achievements for Mid-Term Goals Period (2004-2009)
Some of the provisions in laws related to the financial health of local public organizations were revised on November 30, 2011. Regulations regarding donations from local public organizations to the nation, heretofore forbidden as a matter of course, were abolished. In conjunction with this revision, a cabinet decision was made: “Each government agency is required to spontaneously, in the event of its receipt of money or such donated from a local public organization, to publicize the amount or value of the donation as well as details and/or background of the donation.” Thus, in effect, National Corporation Osaka University is required to publicize all such matters.
