2026 Spring Graduation Ceremony

March 2026 Graduation Ceremony

  • Date
    Friday, March 13, 2025 10:00~15:30
  • Venue
    Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (Campus)

*Please refer to the information below for details by college and graduate school.

College of International Management (APM) / Graduate School of Management (GSM)

Graduation Ceremony
  • Time
    10:00 - 11:15 (Doors Open 9:15)
  • Venue
    Millennium Hall

*Entry will be permitted for graduating students and their guardians.

* Admission for guardians is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Guardians who are unable to enter the venue will be guided to the public viewing space F202 and F203 (2nd floor of Building F).

Degree Conferral Ceremony
  • Time
    11:45 - 12:30
  • APM Venue
    F104, F105, F106 (1st floor of Building F), F201 (2nd floor of Building F)
  • GSM Venue
    H201 (2nd floor of Building H)

*Both graduating students and their guardians are kindly requested to assemble at the above locations.

College of Asia Pacific Studies (APS) / College of Sustainability and Tourism (ST) / Graduate School of Asia Pacific Studies (GSA)

Graduation Ceremony
  • Time
    13:00 - 14:15 (Doors Open 12:15)
  • Venue
    Millennium Hall

*Entry will be permitted for graduating students and their guardians.

* Admission for guardians is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Guardians who are unable to enter the venue will be guided to the public viewing space (Building F, Rooms 202 and 203).

Conferral of Degrees
GSA
  • Time
    11:45 - 12:30
  • Venue*
    H201 (2nd floor of Building H)
APS
  • Time
    14:45 - 15:30
  • Venue
    F104, F105, F106 (1st floor of Building F), F201 (2nd floor of Building F)
ST
  • Time
    14:45 - 15:30
  • Venue
    F107 (1st floor of Building F)

*Both graduating students and their guardians are kindly requested to assemble at the above locations.

Notes

  1. Please be sure to bring your Student ID Card. Your card will be required when you enter the venue and receive your diploma.
  2. Regarding visa application procedures for family members / guardians coming to Japan, please check the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (go to an external site), and do so at your own risk.
  3. Please use public transportation and refrain from coming by private car.
  4. Photos and videos will be taken by APU staff and media on the day of the event. If you do not wish to be photographed or recorded, please inform a nearby APU staff member. If you have any concerns after the event, please contact us at the following: APU Public Relations: r-apu@apu.ac.jp

Click here for details on how to receive your degree.

Inquiry Regarding the Degree Conferral Ceremony: gradteam@apu.ac.jp

Graduation Ceremony Live Stream

The live streaming sessions will be held at the following times for each college and graduate school.

・College of International Management (APM)
・Graduate School of Management (GSM)
10:00 - 11:45
・College of Asia Pacific Studies (APS)
・Graduate School of Asia Pacific Studies (GSA)
・College of Sustainable Tourism (ST)
13:00 - 14:15

Information

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Please fill out the graduation survey!

APU values the voices of its graduates in order to become a better university. Please take a moment to fill out the "Graduation Survey" sent to your APU email from the Office of Institutional Planning.
*Will be released at a later date.

For those who wish to rent a gown* or return their Co-op investment at the APU Co-op
*except for Doctoral Degrees

For more information, please visit the APU Co-op website

Checklist for Graduating Students

For procedures required when leaving Beppu after graduation, please refer to here .

FAQ

1.Diplomas, Certificates

Q.
Is a diploma the same as a certificate of graduation?
A.

No. The diploma, which is issued only once at the time of graduation (or completion), is proof that you have earned a degree. Meanwhile, the certificate of graduation, much like a Certificate of Attendance or a Transcript of Academic Record, can be issued when needed. It is often required for job interviews or graduate school applications

Q.
I lost my diploma. Can it be reissued?
A.

No. Your diploma is an original document that cannot be reissued.

Q.
I lost my certificate of graduation and/or academic transcript. Can they be reissued?
A.

Yes. These certificates can be issued in whatever quantity you require. Please submit your application to the Student Office.

Q.
I need to submit a certificate of graduation to my prospective employer or graduate school. Can I obtain one before the graduation ceremony?
A.

No. You cannot obtain this certificate until you receive your diploma.

Q.
Can I receive a scan of my diploma and certificates?
A.

No. The University cannot provide scans of diplomas or any certificates.

Q.
Can the university issue a document certifying that the degree conferral ceremony will be held?
A.

No. If you need documents related to the degree conferral ceremony for visa application purposes, please print the information from the degree conferral (graduation) ceremony website.

Q.
I am thinking of inviting my family or friends to the graduation ceremony. If a Visa is required for visiting Japan, is it possible to receive any support (such as document issuance) from APU?"
A.

We don’t provide any support for visa applications for them. As we mention on the site, regarding visa application procedures for their coming to Japan, please check the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and handle it on your own responsibility.

Q.
What are the requirements for obtaining a visa?
A.

Please check the application requirements with your embassy and on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website.

2.Graduation Ceremony Day

Q.
What items will I receive on the day of the graduation ceremony?
A.

The following items will be provided.

  • Diploma (1 copy)
  • Certificate of Graduation/Completion (Japanese and English, 1 copy each)
  • Grade Transcript (Japanese and English, 1 copy each)
  • Graduation Souvenirs
  • Division / Specialization Certificate (Japanese and English, 1 copy each) ※Grad students only, limited to those who meet the requirements.
Q.
Do I need to bring anything with me to the graduation ceremony?
A.

Please bring your Student ID card.

Q.
Can I use the university parking lots?
A.

We kindly ask that visitors use public transportation when coming to the university. (Please be noted that you cannot visit by car.)

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