Selection Process for Admissions

With the exception of a few classes, the entire programme will be conducted in English with the aim of cultivating internationally-minded students who will enter high level overseas universities.

As today's internationalized world is filled with various opportunities to interact in English with people from all over the globe, the IBDP strives to nurture future global leaders. Based on this philosophy, the ideal IBDP students fit the following criteria:

Students who demonstrate a clear goal to enter the IBDP, a desire to contribute to a global society, and the willingness to gain entrance into top overseas universities.
In terms of the learning process in the IBDP, students approach learning with a self-starter mentality by showing a strong sense of inquiry and a willingness to discover things on their own, while having the courage to handle difficult challenges.
Students with a well-rounded character who are cooperative and considerate of others, but also have the ability to positively accept and understand different perspectives and opinions.
Students who are motivated to broaden their viewpoints, and able to maintain a healthy mental and physical mindset and actively participate in extracurricular activities.
Students who demonstrate strong academic performance across all subjects, and whose English proficiency is equivalent to a STEP EIKEN score of at least 2 or Pre-1.

The school will assess prospective students' strong will and motivation to enter the new academic diploma programme (DP) and the following skills:

English language ability
Mathematical ability
Inquiry skills
Logical Thinking and Problem Solving abilities
Presentation skills
Decision making skills
Communication abilities

Assessment method	Perfect Score	Language used	Skills to be assessed
①English language Skills Test Written Exam (60 min) （listening, reading and writing）Speaking Test (10 min)	100	English	Listening comprehension, speaking ability, reading comprehension and writing ability ※Exam questions are created by Kokusai High School
②Mathematics Academic Performance Test (60min)	100	Japanese or English (Desired language can be chosen at each section of the exam) ※The language choice for each assessment needs to be indicated at the time of application	Mathematical thinking ※Exam questions are created by Kokusai High School
③Essay (50min)	200		Logical thinking, problem-finding and problem-solving abilities, judgement, presentation skills
④Individual Interview (15 to 20min)	200		Strong will and motivation to study in the IBDP, inquiry skills, collaboration, communication, presentation skills and logical thinking
⑤Certificate of Academic Record	30	-	The results of daily studies not measurable by tests
Total: ③ to ⑤	430	The score of the English Language Skills Test and the Mathematics Academic Performance Test are not included in the final score.

Remark:

With the exception of the certificate of academic record, a passing mark is set for each assessment for ① to ④. Applicants who fail to meet the minimum requirement in any one of these examinations will be deemed unsuccessful.
The English language skills test will be used solely to determine whether applicants possess the ability required to participate in classes conducted in English. The score will not be included in the overall evaluation.
The mathematics academic performance test is used for assessing prospective students' mathematics understanding necessary for the level of mathematics and science in DP classes. The score will not be included in the overall evaluation.
Applicants who have completed, or are expected to complete, nine years of education at a local school overseas or an educational facility for foreign residents in Japan must submit an academic transcript from their most recent school or an equivalent document (which must clearly indicate academic grades).

■ Outlines of the Ideal IBDP Student

■ Basic Selection Policy

■ Assessment Methods