Sophia International Academy is now accepting applications for the April 2027 intake from Vietnamese students who wish to pursue their studies in Japan in a high-quality and supportive learning environment.
Located in Yokohama, one of Japan's most international and liveable cities, the school offers excellent Japanese language education together with comprehensive support for further education, career development and life in Japan.
To learn more about the school's learning environment, academic programmes and student life, please read the following introduction:
https://tohoku.vn/sophia-international-academy-yokohama
ADMISSION INFORMATION
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Intake: April 2027
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Student Visa Duration: 6 months
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
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High school graduate.
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Minimum GPA of 6.5.
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No more than 10 absences during high school (valid reasons may be considered).
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No more than 5 years since graduation.
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Applicants from Continuing Education (GDTX) programmes are not accepted.
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Former Technical Intern Trainees (TITP) who have returned to Vietnam are not accepted.
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Applicants from Nghe An and Ha Tinh provinces are not accepted.
INTERVIEW REQUIREMENTS
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Applicants should have completed at least Lesson 5 of the Minna no Nihongo textbook before the interview.
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Japanese proficiency equivalent to JLPT N4 is expected before enrolment.
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Applicants should be able to introduce themselves and answer basic interview questions in Japanese.
REQUIREMENTS FOR COE APPLICATION
To be eligible for a Certificate of Eligibility (COE), applicants must prepare:
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A Japanese language certificate equivalent to JLPT N5 or above.
TUITION FEES
According to the school's tuition schedule:
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application Fee | ¥30,000 |
| Admission Fee | ¥70,000 |
| Tuition Fee | ¥700,000 |
| Teaching Materials | ¥20,000 |
| Facilities Fee | ¥12,000 |
| Insurance | ¥54,000 |
| Miscellaneous Fees | ¥14,000 |
| Total (First Year) | ¥900,000 |
Notes
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Tuition is payable for one academic year upon enrolment.
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Students are required to stay in the school dormitory for at least six months.
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Students who do not wish to stay in the dormitory must obtain prior approval from the school.
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The school provides guidance on various administrative procedures after students arrive in Japan.
STUDENT SUPPORT
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Assistance in finding part-time employment.
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Support with administrative procedures after arrival in Japan.
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Students who study for at least one year and meet the required Japanese language qualifications may receive support to apply for a Specified Skilled Worker (SSW) visa.
WHY CHOOSE SOPHIA INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY?
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High-quality Japanese language education delivered by experienced instructors.
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Academic programmes designed to prepare students for higher education and employment in Japan.
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Comprehensive guidance for university and vocational school progression.
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A multicultural learning environment with a wide range of extracurricular and cultural activities.
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A convenient Yokohama location with excellent access to central Tokyo.
WHY APPLY THROUGH SONG DA TOHOKU?
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Over 15 years of experience in Japanese study abroad consulting.
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Comprehensive application support from start to finish.
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Japanese language training before departure.
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Interview coaching tailored to each school's admission criteria.
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Continuous support from application preparation until students successfully settle into life in Japan.
CONTACT
Song Da TOHOKU Joint Stock Company
Address: L02-L01, Area A, Duong Noi Urban Area, Duong Noi Ward, Hanoi, Vietnam
Hotline: (+84) 989 044 852
Website: https://tohoku.vn
Email: tohokusongda2014@gmail.com