University Entrance Common Test To be conducted as scheduled from January 16, next year Ministry of Education June 18, 4:08

The Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology has discussed about the "University Admission Common Test" starting next year as a result of discussions with high school and university officials I made it clear. In addition, considering the effects of the new coronavirus, we will conduct a follow-up test two weeks later in all prefectures so that students can take the test even if they are late on study due to school closure.

The University Entrance Examination Center Exam, which has been taken by more than 500,000 people each year, will be replaced by the new University Entrance Examination from next year.

Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology held a conference on the night of the 17th about this common test, and as a result of discussing with high school and university officials, it will be carried out on the scheduled two days of January 16 and 17 next year Revealed that it was done.

In addition, considering the effects of the new coronavirus, two weeks after that, a follow-up test will be conducted in 47 prefectures nationwide, and even if learning is delayed due to school closure, it will be possible to select and apply from the beginning.

In addition, it will be repeated for two days from February 13th for infected examinees. Regarding the range of questions, it means that each university is requested to reduce the number of subjects.

In addition, for the comprehensive type selection called AO entrance examination until now, the application period was delayed by 2 weeks from September 15th, but the school recommended type is from November 1st as usual. ..

The Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology will make a final decision on this date and the scope of questions and will announce it within this month.