Shokei Gakuin University

Shokei Gakuin, since its establishment in 1892, has been devoted to educating people who can refine their inner self and walk together with others, based on the spirit of Christianity.Along with this principle, Shokei Gakuin University strives to encourage its students to develop a well-balanced character composed of empathy and the power to take action, along with academic and professional skills. With our beautiful campus and warm, friendly faculty and staff, Shokei Gakuin University endeavors to offer the best support to help students’ dreams come true.

Shokei Gakuin University is located in Natori City, which is a suburb south of Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture. Sendai is the second largest city in Northern Japan. The campus is in a natural setting on a hill that overlooks Sendai City, the Pacific Ocean and the Zao mountain range.

Shokei Gakuin University has the Faculty of Comprehensive Human Sciences consisting of six Departments: Dept. of Culture and Communication Activities, Dept. of Human Psychology, Dept. for the Scientific Study of Children, Dept. for the Study of Contemporary Society, Dept. of Life Environment Studies, and Dept. of Human Health and Nutrition. Shokei Gakuin University also has the Graduate School of Comprehensive Human Sciences.

To study the human mind and spirit gives one the power to change the future. We at Shokei Gakuin University believe that most of the problems confronting society today are rooted in the human mind and spirit and that by examining these worlds we will be able to discover clues that will lead us to a deeper understanding of our "problem society". We investigate the human mind /spirit and the human body in order to bring back a vital humanity. Our Faculty of Comprehensive Human Sciences is a place to study how to develop new possibilities for humankind and how to live life to its fullest.

In the Faculty of Comprehensive Human Sciences, the human being is seen as an integration of mind and body. In order to bring back the humanity the present-day society seems to be slowly taking away from us , it is vital that we have healthy minds and bodies. With this in mind, the Faculty of Comprehensive Human Sciences applies scientific methods to uncover those ways human beings might live in our world.

In keeping with our efforts to develop true internationally-minded citizens who can contribute to the global society of the 21st century, we are seeking applicants who have a special interest in the cultures and traditions of Japan and other nations, and who have clear goals and strong academic initiatives and abilities.

In order to confirm the applicant’s adaptability to academic requirements at Shokei, we ask that the applicant submits his/her scores from department-specified subjects on the Examination for Japanese University Admission for International Students (EJU). Additionally, we will use a short essay and interview to make a comprehensive assessment of the applicant’s academic goals, enthusiasm for learning, and compatibility with Shokei University requirements.

In the current age of lifelong learning, an increasing number of working adults are showing interest in college education. We are looking for applicants whose experience in the workforce have led them to seek further education, and whose drive and ability make it possible to do so at our school. We are seeking applicants with exceptional athletic ability and/or leadership qualities, who have been recommended by the principal of his or her high school, and who show clear goals and strong academic initiative and ability.