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Tohoku University Courses 2026: Popular UG, PG, & Certificate Courses
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Tohoku University Courses & Fees 2026
Tohoku University offers 2 courses for Indian students. Whether you are exploring options at the graduate level, the university has courses in Business & Management Studies and Science. The specialisations at this University include Business Economics and Biology. The first-year tuition fee of graduate courses at Tohoku University is JPY 5,35,800 (INR 3,10,764). The tuition fee of Tohoku University is JPY 5,35,800 (INR 3,10,764), while the hostel fees is JPY 2,51,000 - 2,51,000 (INR 1,45,580).
If you are planning to get admission to the university, here's a list of courses and their duration, fees and eligibility.
(1 JPY = Rs. 0.58)
| Courses | 1st Year Tuition Fees | Duration & Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
MBA/PGDM(1 course) | INR 3 LGet Fee Details | Duration: 2 years Exam Accepted: GMAT, GRE, IELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 79 & Above, Duolingo |
MIM(1 course) | INR 3 LGet Fee Details | Duration: 2 years Exam Accepted: GMAT, GRE, IELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 79 & Above, Duolingo |
MS(1 course) | INR 3 LGet Fee Details | Duration: 2 years Exam Accepted: IELTS, TOEFL, Duolingo |
Commonly asked questions On Fees and Eligibility
Tohoku University currently offers 3 UG degree programs in English. These are listed below:
- BS in Advanced Molecular Chemistry
- BE in International Mechanical and Aersopace Engineering
- BA in Applied Marine Biology
Admission to the FGL UG Program for the 2026 enrollment will be the last one. A new English-taught program, "Gateway College" will launch in 2027. To know more, students can visit the Admissions Center website.
Tohoku Uni ranks among the top 100 universities in the world in 2026 for its programs in areas like Engineering, Life Sciences, Computer Science, and Medicine/Health.
Mentioned below is how it ranks for each of these programs on a global level in 2026:
| Tohoku University Program | Times Higher Education World Ranking 2026 |
|---|---|
| Engineering | #61 |
| Life Sciences | #75 |
| PG Computer Science | #88 |
| Medicine and Health | #92 |
Arts and Humanities | #201 |
Source: THE
Tohoku Uni is highly competitive to enroll in as an Indian student with an acceptance rate of 41%.
Indian students are welcome to enroll. However, being eligible for a seat at Tohoku requires:
- High academic scores in past studies (minimum equivalent GPA 2.3 on a 3.0 scale)
- Standardized testing
- Meeting the course-specific English/Japanese entry requirements
Yes, Indian students can pay their Tohoku Uni tuition fees in monthly installments. This option is available to students enrolled in degree programs who:
- are facing economic difficulties or other unavoidable circumstances
- have outstanding academic potential
To pay tuition in installments, students need to submit a online application each semester, via the Student Affairs Information System.
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Tohoku University Fee Breakdown 2026
Cost of attendance is the most important factor that Indian students consider while deciding whether or not to enrol at Tohoku University. Although tuition is one of the main components of the fee structure, other expenses such as housing, utilities, transportation, books, and supplies are also included in the Tohoku University course cost.
Check the below table for additional information about the Tohoku University fee structure:
| Courses | Tuition Range | Insurance Range | Transportation Range | Hostel Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MIM | INR 3,10,764 | - | - | INR 1,45,580 |
| MS | INR 3,10,764 | - | - | INR 1,45,580 |
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 2 weeks ago
Tohoku and UTokyo rank among the top 3 universities in Japan. Both carry a strong global reputation and come with affordable tuition. The choice of which is better depends on what a student is looking for.
Tohoku University is better for Indian students who want:
- Lower tuition and living costs
- quality
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Tohoku Uni Japan is best known for its world-class materials Science programs/research, a strong commitment to open-door policies, and low costs of studies.
- It ranks #4 in Japan and #62 in the world for Materals Sciences as part of the QS WUR By Subject 2026
- Leading institution globally for Disaster P
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Yes, Tohoku Uni offers application and tuition fee waivers to eligible Indian students. These exemptions are not guaranteed and generally require a formal application/screening process.
Students who meet the conditions below may be eligible for a waiver:
- Enrolled as a regular degree student
- Proven fina
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Yes, Indian students are allowed to change their programme at Tohoku Uni. However, the process for that varies for a regular degree-seeking student and an exchange/short-term student.
- Exchange/Non-degree students are generally not allowed to change their program
- Regular students can change their progr
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Yes, Indian students can take Japanese classes alongside their primary courses at Tohoku Uni. The university actively encourages students to learn the language as it helps them adapt to life and is important to be eligible for research in Japan.
The univeristy's Japanese Language Program (JLP) can b
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