University of Tokyo
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University of Tokyo is in Tokyo, Japan; its bachelor's degrees are taught in English, Japanese. Tuition for international students: ¥642,960 (≈ US$4,000) per year (reference). Standard entry requirements: 12 years of schooling Completed a 12-year formal school (primary and secondary) education; GCE A-level At least three grades of A or above at A level; IB Diploma A total of 38 points out of 42 for the six subjects and at least 2 points for combined TOK and EE. Language: IELTS 6, IELTS none, TOEFL iBT 80, TOEFL iBT none. Applying: intake: April, September. Scholarships: 2 from the university; government scholarships: Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship for Undergraduate Students (Embassy Recommendation).
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Quick summary
| Cost per year | tuition ¥642,960 per year (≈ US$4,000) |
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| Money from the college | Merit scholarships: international students can receive them. 1 named scholarship(s) confirmed open to international students. Government scholarships for this country: Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship for Undergraduate Students (Embassy Recommendation). |
| Chances of admission | 12 years of schooling: Completed a 12-year formal school (primary and secondary) education. GCE A-level: At least three grades of A or above at A level. Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗ |
| Application deadlines | Earliest: Nov 5 (Round 1) Last round: Round 1, Dec 7. |
| Where and how students live | Tokyo · 18 km from HND airport |
| Housing | not yet determined |
| Working while studying | Students need permission to engage in activities other than that permitted by their status of residence; part-time work is limited to 28 hours a week (up to 8 hours a day in long school holidays). |
| After graduation | Graduates still looking for a job can change their status of residence from Student to Designated Activities and keep job hunting for one year. |
Plain-language summary of the verified details below. Where it says “not yet determined”, we have not found it on an official page yet.
Requirements by teaching language
| Programmes taught in Japanese | Programmes taught in English | |
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| Bachelor's programme | College of Arts and Sciences (reference) Source (2)“College of Arts and Sciences: Senior Division”www.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“College of Arts and Sciences: Junior Division”www.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Faculty of Agriculture (reference) Faculty of Economics (reference) Faculty of Education (reference) Faculty of Engineering (reference) Faculty of Law (reference) Faculty of Letters (reference) Faculty of Medicine (reference) Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences (reference) Faculty of Science (reference) | UTokyo College of Design · 5 years Source (2)“※すべての授業が英語で行われる学部・修士一貫5年間のプログラムUTokyo College of Designの概要については、 UTokyo College of Designのページ をご覧ください。”www.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“All courses are taught in English, and students will construct their own learning pathways following their own interests, unconstrained by and transcending conventional disciplines.”design.adm.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
| Academic entry requirement for your school qualification | not yet determined | 12 years of schooling: Completed a 12-year formal school (primary and secondary) education Source (1)“Completed a 12-year formal school (primary and secondary) education at a local school officially recognized by the regional or national education bureau in the school's region.”design.adm.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12GCE A-level: At least three grades of A or above at A level Source (1)“GCE A-Level | At least three grades of A or above at A level.”design.adm.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12IB Diploma: A total of 38 points out of 42 for the six subjects and at least 2 points for combined TOK and EE Source (1)“International Baccalaureate (IB) | A total of 38 points out of 42 for the six subjects and at least 2 points for combined TOK and EE.”design.adm.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
| English test policy | English proficiency test required for non-native speakers (reference) Source (2)“出願時の必須書類に「TOEFL又はIELTSのスコア」との記載がありますが”www.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“出願開始日からさかのぼって2年以内の間に受験してください。”www.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 | English test required unless an exemption applies Source (2)“Applicants must submit the result of one of the English proficiency tests designated by the University of Tokyo unless they fulfill the following condition.”design.adm.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“They have received, or will receive, an English-medium education for at least three of the final four school years prior to obtaining their high school diploma or equivalent.”design.adm.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
| IELTS minimum | no minimum Source (1)“Q2-10. TOEFL／IELTS／日本留学生試験／統一試験等に最低点／基準点はありますか？ ありません。第1次選考では、提出された書類を総合的に判断しています。”www.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 | 6 (reference) Source (1)“IELTS (International English Language Test System) Academic Module, including IELTS online | Greater than 6.0”design.adm.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
| TOEFL iBT minimum (1–6 scale) | not yet determined | 4 (reference) Source (1)“TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) iBT® test, including Home Edition | Greater than 80 (tests taken before January 21, 2026) Greater than 4 (tests taken on and after January 21, 2026)”design.adm.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
| TOEFL iBT minimum (0–120 scale) | no minimum Source (1)“Q2-10. TOEFL／IELTS／日本留学生試験／統一試験等に最低点／基準点はありますか？ ありません。第1次選考では、提出された書類を総合的に判断しています。”www.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 | 80 (reference) Source (1)“TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) iBT® test, including Home Edition | Greater than 80 (tests taken before January 21, 2026) Greater than 4 (tests taken on and after January 21, 2026)”design.adm.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
| Duolingo minimum | not yet determined | 110 (reference) |
| EJU (Examination for Japanese University Admission) required | Yes | not yet determined |
| The college's own entrance examination required | Yes (reference) Source (1)“外国学校卒業学生特別選考の出願手続・入学試験も基本的に日本語で行うため、出願者は出願の時点で一定の日本語能力が求められます。”www.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 | not yet determined |
| Interview | not yet determined | Required Source (1)“Applicants who are selected from the first screening proceed to the second screening. They will be given an individual online interview of approximately 30 minutes.”design.adm.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
| Application requirement | Personal statement / main essay: Required Source (3)“2027 年度東京大学外国学校卒業学生特別選考志願理由書”www.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“東京大学を志願した理由、学びたいことを述べてください。（日本語で記入。手書き、PC 入力どちらでも可。）”www.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“志願理由書・推薦書（様式）”www.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Teacher recommendation: Required Source (3)“卒業した高等学校の教員（学校長が望ましい）に作成してもらってください。”www.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“志願理由書・推薦書（様式）”www.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“2027 年度東京大学外国学校卒業学生特別選考推薦書（LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION FOR STUDENT AT FOREIGN SCHOOL APPLYING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF TOKYO FOR ADMISSION IN APRIL 2027）”www.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 | English proficiency test: Required Source (1)“Applicants must submit the result of one of the English proficiency tests listed in Appendix AB2 by the end of the application period.”design.adm.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Personal statement / main essay: Required ×2 Source (1)“Applicants are required to directly input two written assignments as described below in English on the online application system.”design.adm.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Teacher recommendation: Required ×1 Source (2)“One evaluation must be submitted.”design.adm.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“The evaluation should be completed by a teacher or someone (e.g., school academic counselor or principal) at the applicants' high school or university who is in a position to fully evaluate the current applicant's academic ability.”design.adm.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Admission test scores (SAT/ACT/ATAR…): Required Source (1)“Complete one of the standardized tests designated by the University of Tokyo and submit results by the end of the application period.”design.adm.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12School transcript / academic records: Required Source (1)“Applicants must upload school-certified electronic transcript(s) to the online application system.”design.adm.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
| Application fee | ¥17,000 one-time (≈ US$107) Source (2)“検定料17,000円を支払ってください”www.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“東京大学外国学校卒業学生特別選考募集要項”www.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 | ¥17,000 one-time (≈ US$107) |
| Application deadlines | Dec 7 (Round 1, April intake) Source (1)“第1種 | 2026年 11月16日（月）正午頃～ 12月7日（月）17時（日本時間） | 2026年 12月1日（火）～ 12月7日（月）17時 必着 （日本時間）”www.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 | Nov 5 (Round 1, September intake) Source (1)“Application Period: From October 15 at 9:00 AM to November 5 at 5:00 PM, 2026 (JST)”design.adm.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Nov 5 (Round 1, September intake) Source (1)“Scholarship applications will be accepted from October 15 to November 5, 2026, the same as the admission application period.”design.adm.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
Financial aid & requirements for international students
| Merit scholarships | Yes — international students can receive merit scholarshipsSources (2)“A Merit-based Scholarship is offered to students who show exceptional academic excellence.”design.adm.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“No prior application is required as the recipients will be selected by the university based on admission results.”design.adm.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
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| English proficiency | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
| Conditional admission / English pathway | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
| Degree programmes taught in English | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
| Minimum JLPT level (Japanese-taught programmes) | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
| EJU (Examination for Japanese University Admission) required | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
| The college's own entrance examination | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
Scholarships for first-year students
UTokyo Design Scholarship (Needs-Based)
¥2,400,000 (≈ US$15,100) / year
- Who can receive it: All applicants, including international students
- Amount: ¥2,400,000 (≈ US$15,100) / year
- Renewal: Renewable — up to 5 years
- How to apply: Separate scholarship application
- Deadline: Nov 5
Sources (4)
“JPY 2,400,000 per year”design.adm.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Maximum of five years”design.adm.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“All applicants may apply for this scholarship regardless of the Route or nationality”design.adm.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Scholarship applications will be accepted from October 15 to November 5, 2026, the same as the admission application period.”design.adm.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12UTokyo Design Scholarship (Merit-Based)
¥600,000 (≈ US$3,800) / year
- Amount: ¥600,000 (≈ US$3,800) / year
- Renewal: Renewable — up to 5 years
- How to apply: Automatic — considered with your admission application
Sources (4)
“A Merit-based Scholarship is offered to students who show exceptional academic excellence.”design.adm.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“JPY 600,000 per year”design.adm.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Maximum of five years”design.adm.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“No prior application is required as the recipients will be selected by the university based on admission results.”design.adm.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Programmes
| Bachelor's programme | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
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Applying
| Academic entry requirement for your school qualification |
Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗ |
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| Intakes (start months) for first-year entry | April, September Source (2)“2027年4月入学のための入試の場合、2027年度入試”www.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“The academic year for UTokyo College of Design commences on September 1, 2027.”design.adm.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
Government scholarships for studying in Japan
Funded by the government, not by the university; check whether this university takes part and the application route.
Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship for Undergraduate Students (Embassy Recommendation)
Government of Japan (Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, MEXT)
¥117,000 (≈ US$735)
- Who can receive it: International students only
- Amount: ¥117,000 (≈ US$735)
- How to apply: Nomination by the school
Sources (10)
“The Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) of Japan offers scholarships to international students who wish to study at Japanese national universities as Undergraduate Students under the Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship Program as follows.”www.mext.go.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“If a grantee attends the designated university for the prescribed number of years and earns the required number of credits as determined by the university, he/she will be awarded a bachelor's degree.”www.mext.go.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“(1) Allowance: 117,000 yen per month. A supplemental regional allowance of 2,000 yen or 3,000 yen per month will be added to the monthly scholarship amount for the grantees studying or conducting research in specially designated regions.”www.mext.go.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“(2) Education Fees: Fees for the entrance examination, matriculation, and tuition at universities will be waived.”www.mext.go.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“MEXT stipulates the travel schedule and route, and provides an airline ticket to grantees who will arrive in Japan during the specified period stated in "5. (6) Arrival in Japan".”www.mext.go.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Based on the application by the grantee, MEXT will provide an airline ticket to grantees who will graduate from the accepting university and return to the home country by the end of the final month of the period of scholarship”www.mext.go.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“(1) Nationality: Applicants must have the nationality of a country that has diplomatic relations with Japan. An applicant who has Japanese nationality at the time of application is not eligible.”www.mext.go.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“The Japanese diplomatic missions will conduct the First Screening of applicants through examination of submitted application documents, written academic examinations and interviews.”www.mext.go.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Applicants who have passed the First Screening will be recommended to MEXT. MEXT will then conduct the Second Screening of the recommended applicants and decide the selection of the scholarship grantees.”www.mext.go.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“scholarship recipients are recruited and initially screened by a Japanese embassy (or consulate general, depending on the country)”www.studyinjapan.go.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-11Costs for international students
| Tuition | ¥642,960 per year (≈ US$4,000) (reference) |
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| Housing and meals | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
| Living costs (college estimate) | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
| Student health insurance | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
| Health insurance rule for the student visa | Foreign residents staying in Japan for three months or more must subscribe to National Health Insurance (NHI). |
| Living costs you must show for the student visa (government amount, excluding tuition and travel) | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
Sources (5)
“Tuition fee (annual) | ¥642,960”www.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“for those who enrolled in or before 2024 ¥535,800”www.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Notice of tuition fee payment (second payment term: October 2026 - March 2027) (PDF)”www.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Annual tuition fee (as of 2026): JPY 642,960”design.adm.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Foreign residents who will be staying in Japan for three months or more have to subscribe to the National Health Insurance program”www.studyinjapan.go.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-11US$ figures are approximate, converted at the European Central Bank reference rate of 2026-11-11; the college charges in its own currency.
Work and after graduation
| Work allowed while studying (rule as stated by the government) | Students need permission to engage in activities other than that permitted by their status of residence; part-time work is limited to 28 hours a week (up to 8 hours a day in long school holidays). government rule Source (2)“Apply for "permission to engage in activities other than that permitted under the status of residence previously granted" at the nearest Regional Immigration Services Bureau.”www.studyinjapan.go.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“Within 28 hours a week (up to eight hours a day during the long school holidays)”www.studyinjapan.go.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-11 |
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| Work hours allowed per week during term (student visa) | 28 government rule Source (1)“Within 28 hours a week (up to eight hours a day during the long school holidays)”www.studyinjapan.go.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-11 |
| Post-study work visa (name and length) | Graduates still looking for a job can change their status of residence from Student to Designated Activities and keep job hunting for one year. government rule Source (1)“Even if your job is not decided until graduation, you may continue finding full-time employment for one year by changing your status of residence from Student to Designated Activities.”www.studyinjapan.go.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-11 |
| Accelerated bachelor's + master's programme | Yes Source (1)“※すべての授業が英語で行われる学部・修士一貫5年間のプログラムUTokyo College of Designの概要については、 UTokyo College of Designのページ をご覧ください。”www.u-tokyo.ac.jp ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
Location
| City / state | Tokyo |
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| Nearest major airport | Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND), about 18 km in a straight line |
| Map | View on OpenStreetMap ↗ |
Location from Wikidata Q7842 (CC0); airport from OurAirports (public-domain data).