Overview
Matsumoto Junior College is a private two-year college in Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture.
It grew out of the Matsumoto Nursery Teacher Training School, which opened in 1971, and received approval as a junior college in 1972. It is run by the Matsumoto Gakuen school corporation, which also runs a nursing university and a kindergarten.
The college has two departments. The Department of Early Childhood Care and Education has an intake of 60 students and leads to the title of Associate in Education, with nursery teacher qualification, a kindergarten teacher licence (second class) and the social welfare officer qualification available on graduation.
The Department of Care and Welfare has an intake of 25 students, awards an Associate in Care and Welfare, and qualifies graduates to sit the national examination for certified care workers.
The care department says it was the first of its kind among universities and junior colleges in Japan and passed its thirtieth anniversary in 2023. Both departments aim to train what the college calls care specialists, professionals who combine specialist knowledge with practical, people-centred skills.
Coursework is combined with off-campus placements, seminar-style small-group study and career support classes, and the college also offers short training courses in sputum suction and for the care worker practical training qualification.
Location & Contact
Matsumoto Junior College's physical location and contact details are listed below.
Academic Structures
Matsumoto Junior College's faculties, schools, and constituent units are listed below.
Unit 2 items
- Department of Care and Welfare
- Department of Early Childhood Care and Education
Programs Offered
Matsumoto Junior College's programme list, with search and degree-level grouping.
2 programmes on record. Compare these on the programs page All programs in Japan
How to apply to Matsumoto Junior College
Step-by-step guidance for applying to Matsumoto Junior College, in five steps.
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Identify the right programme
Start by exploring the programmes section on this page. Matsumoto Junior College runs 2 active programmes across multiple degree levels. Narrow by qualification tier and read each programme description before shortlisting.
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Check entry requirements
Before applying to Matsumoto Junior College, confirm you meet the academic, language, and document requirements for your chosen programme. International applicants should also check visa eligibility for Japan.
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Prepare your application documents
Standard documents: official transcripts, identity proof, language test results, personal statement, and references. Confirm exact requirements with Matsumoto Junior College's admissions office before assembling, as expectations vary by programme.
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Submit via the institution
Lodge your application through the official website (www.matsutan.jp). Online forms are the standard route. Save your draft frequently and submit before the programme deadline.
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Get in touch with admissions
Verify your application has been received by the admissions team. Reach the institution by phone at 0263-58-4417. Monitor the portal for status updates, interview invitations, or document requests, and respond within the stated deadlines.
Frequently Asked Questions about Matsumoto Junior College
Common questions about Matsumoto Junior College — answers from its published profile.
When was Matsumoto Junior College founded?
Matsumoto Junior College was established in 1972 (approximately 54 years ago).
Where can I find Matsumoto Junior College?
The institution is located in Matsumoto, Japan.
What is Matsumoto Junior College's control type?
It is a private higher-education institution.
What is Matsumoto Junior College's academic structure?
Matsumoto Junior College has 2 academic units.
How do I find Matsumoto Junior College online?
Matsumoto Junior College's official website is www.matsutan.jp.
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