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University of Tokyo Admissions 2025: Application Deadline, Requirements & Costs

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    • Dec 13, 2024, is the University of Tokyo application deadline for international students to study in undergraduate programs.

    Japan’s first and oldest national university, the University of Tokyo offers bachelor’s and master’s programs in multiple specializations. Students can apply for the University of Tokyo admissions through the official website. The University of Tokyo acceptance rate is around 34%, which means admission is slightly difficult. 

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    • There are around 29,000 students at UTokyo among which 4,800 are international students from over 40 countries around the world.
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    University of Tokyo Admission 2024 Highlights

    To submit the admission application, applicants have to pay a non-refundable University of Tokyo application fee. The below table includes the highlight of the University of Tokyo admissions 2024:

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    Requirements

    Application portal

    peak.c.u-tokyo.ac.jp/apply

    Application fee

    JPY 5,000 or INR 2.7k

    Acceptance rate

    34% (approx.)

    English language tests accepted

    TOEFL / IELTS

    Standardized tests required

    UG: SAT or ACT

    PG: GRE / GMAT

    International application deadlines

    UG: Dec 13, 2024

    PG: Closed for 2024

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    (JPY 1 = INR 0.55)

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    University of Tokyo Courses & Fees 2024

    There are around 7 University of Tokyo Courses available at the master level for international students. We have mentioned below the University of Tokyo fees for Indian students with course duration:

    Courses

    1st Year Tuition Fees

    Duration & Eligibility

    MS (3 courses)

    INR 3 L

    Duration: 2 years
    Exam Accepted: IELTS

    MA (2 courses)

    INR 2 L

    Duration: 2 years
    Exam Accepted: IELTS

    MArch (1 course)

    INR 3 L

    Duration: 2 years
    Exam Accepted: IELTS

    MEng (1 course)

    INR 3 L

    Duration: 2 years
    Exam Accepted: IELTS

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    University of Tokyo Admission Deadlines 2024

    The University of Tokyo deadline for international students is Dec 13, 2024, for undergraduate admission. For admission to the graduate program, the University of Tokyo admission deadline is Dec 1, 2024, for most of the graduate programs.

    Note: The University of Tokyo recommends students start the online application process as soon as possible and submit their application at least one day in advance of the deadline.

    What are the Admission Requirements at the University of Tokyo?

    International students have to meet the University of Tokyo admissions requirements to get admission. These admission requirements will vary from one program to another. We have provided below the general admission requirements for undergraduate and graduate admission at Tokyo University:

    University of Tokyo Undergraduate Admission Requirements

    • Submit your official high school transcripts
    • Meet the English language proficiency test requirements
    • Additional test scores for ACT/SAT (optional)
    • Submit two letters of recommendation

    University of Tokyo Graduate Admission Requirements

    • Must complete a bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline
    • Meet the English language proficiency test requirements
    • Additional test scores for GMAT/GRE
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    • Provide Two Letters of Recommendation
    • The university also asks you to submit Two Essays

    What are the English Language Requirements at the University of Tokyo?

    International applicants whose first language is not English must meet below English language proficiency test score:

    English Language Tests

    Score Required

    TOEFL iBT

    100

    IELTS

    7.0

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    University of Tokyo MS Admissions 2026

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    • Accepting Exams: IELTS, Duolingo

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