Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University

Recruitment Guidelines
(AY2026)

Application & Selection Process

Applications
open
Application
deadline
First-round
screening
(Documents &
video)
Interview
(face-to-face
or online)
Appointment
as Future
Visionary Vice
President
High School Student Future Visionary
Vice President and Summit
Member Application Guidelines
APU Student Future Visionary
Vice President and Summit
Member Application Guidelines

Application Procedure for the First Selection

  • (Step1) First, submit your entry via the application form.
  • (Step2) Prepare the Self-Promotion documents using the template.
  • (Step3)Create a presentation video based on the Presentation Video Guidelines.
  • (Step4) After submitting your entry through the application form, you will receive instructions on where to submit the materials prepared in Steps 2 and 3.

INQUIRY

If you have any questions regarding the Future Visionary Vice President system or recruitment for this position, please contact us at the email address below. (Please note that we will not accept inquiries regarding specific selection evaluation criteria).

Secretariat for the Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University Future Visionary Vice President
fv-vp@apu.ac.jp

FAQ

Criteria to apply
Q.
Can a third-year high school student apply to become the future visionary vice president or a summit member?
A.
From the perspective of balancing academics, participation is limited to first and second-year high school students.
Q.
Is it necessary to attend an online briefing session when applying?
A.
While it is not mandatory, we recommend your participation as we will be explaining the program overview and how to apply.
Q.
Do you have opportunities to communicate with people from overseas?
A.
There will also be opportunities for interaction with current students at our school (international students). Additionally, if deemed necessary, communication with relevant organizations abroad may also be possible.
Q.
I am studying abroad during the activity period of future visionary vice president, can I participate in the activity from overseas?
A.
Due to the need to balance academics and the impact of time differences on activity hours, participation is not permitted.
How to apply
Q.
Is there any format specification for submitted videos?
A.
It is essential that answers to all the questions are included, but there is no specific format requirement. You are free to choose your attire, whether to show your face, or use a slideshow format, etc.
Q.
Is Japanese the only language used in the submitted video?
A.
Since many of the judges are native Japanese speakers, Japanese is preferred; however, submitting in English will not affect the evaluation.
Q.
If the length of the submitted video exceeds 3 minutes, will it be ineligible for evaluation?
A.
A slight overrun will not affect the evaluation, but as a general rule, please submit the video within the specified time.
Q.
Is it right to say that the term "University Issues" in the questions refers to all universities, not just APU?
A.
This refers to all universities, not just our school.
Activities
Q.
What kind of people can I work with by participating in this program?
A.
You will work with members from all over Japan of the same generation, and, when necessary, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with our university’s president, vice president, faculty members, and current students. Additionally, if needed, collaboration with local governments, businesses, and educational institutions nationwide is also possible.
Q.
[Question from teacher of participating high school student]
For online meetings, will the teacher act as the point of contact, and is it necessary for the teacher to attend the meeting with the student?
A.
Since this is primarily a student-led activity, we ask that you respect this aspect, and there is no need for the teacher to attend the meetings with the student.
Q.
[Question from teacher of participating high school student]
What arrangements are planned for events, such as weekend gatherings in Tokyo? Is it necessary for a teacher to accompany the students, or is it sufficient for the student to attend on their own or with a guardian?
A.
Teacher supervision and the presence of guardians are not required. The activities are intended for students only, and during the events, university staff (administration) will provide guidance and support.
Q.
Do high school future visionary vice presidents and summit members only make recommendations on current issues of universities? Are there any plans to actually take any action?
A.
Depending on the proposal, there is a possibility that you will be involved in the actual implementation.
Q.
Is it possible to balance high school studies, club activities, other activities, etc. and work as a future visionary vice president/summit member?
A.
We aim for an activity that can be balanced with other commitments and existing activities. There is no need to give up your current activities for this project, but you will need to take the initiative in scheduling and managing your time to ensure everything can be balanced.
Q.
The activity theme mentions a comparison between APU and other universities, but is it aimed at domestic universities only?
A.
This includes overseas universities. There is no need to pay special attention to Japanese universities.
System
Q.
How many summit members will there be?
A.
We are considering a group size that makes it easy to work in small teams.
Q.
Is admission to APU required to participate in this activity?
A.
This activity is unrelated to the admissions process.
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AY2026
Recruitment
Guidelines

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