SOPHIA UNIVERSITYGRADUATE SCHOOL OF GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIESINTERNATIONAL GRADUATE COURSEIN GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIESAPPLICATION PROCEDURE
Spring and Autumn Semester 2024

M.A., Ph.D.

Sophia University
Admissions Office
7-1 Kioi-cho, Chiyoda-ku
Tokyo 102-8554, JAPAN
Tel: 81-3-3238-3517
Fax: 81-3-3238-3262
Email: admission-g-co@sophia.ac.jp
URL: www.genv.sophia.ac.jp/english/

CONTENTS
I. Sophia University

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II. Graduate School of Global Environmental Studies Overview

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1. International Graduate Course

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2. Degrees

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3. Residence2

4. Curriculum

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III. Application and Admission Procedure2

1. Eligibility

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2. Number of Students Admitted

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3. Application Procedure3

4. Application Schedule

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5. Application Fee

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6. Application Documents

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7. Screening

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8. Notice of Results

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9. Entrance Procedures for Successful Applicants

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IV. Academic Information for M. A. Degrees

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Transfer of Credit from Other Universities

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V. International Students Coming to Japan

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VI. Scholarships

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VII. Housing

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VIII. Other Information

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1. National Health Insurance

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2. Personal Accident Insurance for Students Pursuing Education and Research

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Published by the Admissions Office
Sophia University
7-1 Kioi-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-8554, Japan
Tel 81-3-3238-3517
Fax 81-3-3238-3262
May, 2023
Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained herein. However, subsequent to the date of publication, unavoidable
circumstances may result in changes in this document. The university reserves the right to make all such changes, including those in the programof study, courses of instruction, fees, and officers of administration and instruction, without notice.

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I. SOPHIA UNIVERSITY
Sophia University was founded in 1913 by the Jesuits, a Catholic order renowned for excellence in education. From the beginning,
the university founders stressed an internationally oriented curriculum and rigorous training in foreign languages. Sophia soon
established itself as a leading institution for scholarship on foreign languages and literature in Japan. Today Sophia University isa major teaching and research university in the humanities, social sciences and natural sciences with students and faculty
members encompassing dozens of nationalities. Graduate education at Sophia has been recognized for excellence by the Ministryof Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology – Japan (MEXT) through Center of Excellence and Attractive Graduate
Education awards.

II. GRADUATE SCHOOL OF GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES OVERVIEW
The school was established in 2005 to focus specifically on environmental problems, an area which we consider as one of thegreatest challenges facing humanity today. The curriculum combines social and natural sciences, in recognition of the fact that
effective environmental studies spans a number of scholastic disciplines including law, policy, administration, economics,
population, energy, and engineering. The school is devoted to fostering graduates able to serve effectively as business persons,professionals, consultants or scholars in the area of environmental protection, conservation and sustainability.

1. INTERNATIONAL GRADUATE COURSEThe International Graduate Course provides educational programs for students who intended to obtain degrees in English. No
knowledge or proficiency in Japanese is needed as all seminars, lectures and guidance are conducted in English.
The curriculum consists of three fields, Economics and Business Administration for the Environment, Law and Policies andSociology for the Environment and Science and Engineering for the Environment. One of the strategies of this course is to enhance
the capacity of students to contribute to the solving of current environmental issues through a variety of practical and discipline
specific programs. Moreover, we intend to collaborate with the Graduate School of Science and Technology and the Graduate
School of Economics so as to create an integrated and interdisciplinary curriculum.

2. DEGREESThe GSGES (Graduate School of Global Environmental Studies) offers two degrees: M.A. and Ph.D. – both of which areaccredited by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT). Both the M.A. and Ph.D. degrees focus
on the study of environmental issues and processes from both social science and natural science perspectives.

3. RESIDENCE
According to MEXT regulation, the standard residence requirement is two full academic years for the M.A. degree and three fullacademic years for the Ph.D. degree. The maximum time allowed to complete all the requirements is four full academic years for
the M.A. degrees and five full academic years for the Ph.D. degrees, excluding time spent on leave of absence from the university.

4. CURRICULUM
Whether in the natural sciences or humanities, students are free to choose classes suited to their interests, background and future
career aspirations from a wide range of courses covering diverse aspects of global environment issues. For details, please visit
the GSGES website at www.genv.sophia.ac.jp/english/

III. APPLICATION AND ADMISSION PROCEDURE
1. ELIGIBILITY
M.A.
Applicants who meet one or more of the following criteria may apply for entrance to the program.
(1) Those who have graduated, or are expected to graduate Japanese universities(2) Those who have completed, or are expected to complete, 16 years or more of formal education in foreign countries2(3) Those who have been recognized individually by Sophia University as having qualifications equivalent to (1) or (2) and willreach the age of 22 at the time of entrance to Sophia University(4) Those who hold a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent awarded by a foreign educational institution which requires three
years or more for graduation(5) Those who have been recognized by Sophia University as having qualifications equivalent to (1), (2), or (3) and will reachthe age of 22 at the time of entrance to Sophia University
Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent before entering the Master’s program. Those holding an undergraduate
degree other than a Bachelor’s degree should inquire at the Sophia Admissions Office in advance.

Ph.D.
Applicants must have, or be expected to obtain a master’s degree based upon a distinguished record of academic achievement.
Prospective candidates must contact potential dissertation supervisors before submitting their application. Information about thedisciplinary specialties and research interests of faculty members are available at the Graduate Program in Global Environmental
Studies website: www.genv.sophia.ac.jp/english/
Applicants must hold a Master’s degree before entering the Doctoral program.

2. NUMBER OF STUDENTS ADMITTED
M.A. : 30 students (totaled over the Spring and Autumn applications)Ph.D. : Maximum 10 students (totaled over the Spring and Autumn applications)3. APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Application is accepted through the following steps. Make sure to complete each step.
A. Prepare the following.
-Application materials (see APPLICATION DOCUMENTS)-Digital face photo (color)-PC
B. On the on-line application website, register the following to create your “MyPage.”-Email address-Face photo-Basic information
For more information about the website, refer to the guide on << www.guide.52school.com/guidance/net-sophiaparallel/eng>>.
Note: Important information including the reference number will be sent to the email address registered until enrollment in Sophia.
Make sure to use an email address which will always be able to access even after leaving your current school.

C. Enter all the required application information to your “MyPage” during the on-line application period.
Guide for the online application
Applicants will be required to enter “SELF ASSESSMENT OF ABILITY” (in terms of language) with the following scales of 1-5.
1. -able to engage in simple daily conversation, read, elementary language texts, write simple sentences.
2. -competence for daily conversation, read, elementary language texts, write basic sentences
3. -able to follow TV news broadcast, read daily newspaper with aid of dictionary, write personal letters.
4. -able to understand college classes, read general books for an educated audience, write university reports
5. -native fluency in reading, writing and speaking

D. Pay the application fee (see APPLICATION FEE) and submit the application online.
This step does not complete the application. Go on to the next step indicated in the following page to finalize theapplication.

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E. Submit all the application documents listed on APPLICATION DOCUMENTS to the Admissions Office of Sophia
University.
Note: -Make sure to follow the instructions on how to correctly submit each document.
-Test scores and official documents issued by institutions and referees must be sent directly to Sophia University.
-Application information entered on-line can not be edited after application fee payment is complete. To change the information
provided, modified directly on the digital forms in red before submission, or indicate the required changes in the Application
Documents Checklist.
-The Admissions Office will not respond to question in regards of arrival of application materials or score result.

F. Your reference number will be available on your “MyPage” two weeks before the notice of results date.

4. APPLICATION SCHEDULEFor Spring (April) 2024 entry
Application Period (on-line)

August 23, 2023, 10:00 a.m. ~ September 13, 2023, 11:59 p.m. (JST*)

Application Materials Receipt Deadline

September 20, 2023, 11:59 p.m. (JST*) **Notice of Results

November 15, 2023, 10:00 a.m. (JST*)

Matriculation Deadline for Admitted Students

December 13, 2023

For Ph.D. applicants:

Sophia University will request some Ph.D. applicants to take an interview.

For Autumn (September) 2024 entry
Application Period (on-line)

March 13, 2024, 10:00 a.m. ~ April 3, 2024, 11:59 p.m. (JST*)

Application Materials Receipt Deadline

April 10, 2024, 11:59 p.m. (JST*) **Notice of Results

June 12, 2024, 10:00 a.m. (JST*)

Matriculation Deadline for Admitted Students

July 10, 2024

For Ph.D. applicants:

Sophia University will request some Ph.D. applicants to take an interview.

* Date and time are based on Japan Standard Time.
**Application materials must reach Sophia Admissions Office by the deadline. Late applications may be refused.

5. APPLICATION FEE
35,000 yen (On-line payment handling fee of 990 yen will be charged in addition to the application fee.)
Please follow the guide on STEP 3 on “MyPage” to complete the payment*.
For applicants residing in Japan, complete payment by one of the indicated methods: credit card, on-line banking, convenience
stores, or bank ATM Pay-easy service. Debit card payment is not accepted. Overseas applicants who do not hold a Japanesebank account should complete payment by credit card only.
Payment must be completed during the application period and by 11:59 p.m. (JST) of each on-line application deadline. Afterthe deadline, application will not be accepted. The application fee is non-refundable once it is paid.
*In case the window shuts down during STEP 3, go to STEP 4 to continue the payment process.
*The name of the payer does not need to match the applicant’s name.
*Please note that the payment at a convenience store could take a while to complete.

6. APPLICATION DOCUMENTS
The electronic data of the following documents (A to I) must reach Sophia Admissions Office by the deadline of submission. Lateapplications may be refused. TOEFL®/IELTS scores must be delivered directly to Sophia University from the testing service by
the application deadline.

4How and from Whom the Application Documents Should be Submitted
Make sure to check details of each document.
1. From the Applicant (submit the following materials in electronic data via email only.)
A. Application Form
B. Statement of Purpose
G. A Copy of Graduation Thesis, Master’s Thesis, Significant Term Paper, or Publications
H. Photocopy of Passport
I. Application Materials Checklist
2. From the Educational institution / Referee (electronic data / hard copies accepted)
C. Official University/College Transcript(s)D. Proof of Graduation
F. Letter(s) of Recommendation
3. Each file must be titled:“Name of the document (write exactly as indicated in the procedure)” _”Name of the applicant (LAST NAME, First Name)”e.g.: A. Application Forms_AAAA, Bcde
4. Send electronic data to admission-g-co@sophia.ac.jp .
Title of the email must be: APPLICATION (online application registration number / 受付番号) to “Name of the program”
e.g.: APPLICATION (123456) to the M. A. in Global Environmental Studies
Note: ・ Documents printed in languages other than English or Japanese should be translated into English and certified by a school official or an
official agency, such as an embassy or consulate.
・ The application documents once submitted are not returnable.
・ In case official documents are sent via the online service where the title of the file cannot be edited, make sure to let the Admissions
Office know in the “I. Application Materials Checklist.”
・ The use of ChatGPT or any other generative AI programs/applications/websites when writing application documents is strictly forbidden.

5. For materials C, D and F, in case only hard copies of the application materials are available, make sure to write the following
address on the envelope:102-8554 東京都千代田区紀尾井町7-1

SOPHIA UNIVERSITY ADMISSIONS OFFICE

上智大学入学センター

7-1 KIOI-CHO, CHIYODA-KU, TOKYO 102-8554 JAPANorGES (M.A. or Ph. D.) APPLICATION

地球環境学専攻国際環境コース（M.A. または Ph.D.） 出願書類在中

A. Application Form (2 pages) ---from the Applicant via e-mailApplication forms should be filled out through the on-line application website << www.guide.52school.com/guidance/net-sophiaparallel/eng>>
After paying the application fee, download and save the form in PDF format. This form must be submitted via email.

B. Statement of Purpose (use the form provided in the admissions page) ---from the Applicant via e-mailThe “Research Theme” must be indicated on top of the statement of purpose.
The applicant must specify as precisely as possible the area of intended study and explain its relation to previous academic orcareer experiences. In addition, the applicant is required to describe the research plan intended to conduct at Sophia University.
The statement of purpose should be written in English on one sheet of paper (provided form) and 500-750 words of length.
Admissions page: https://adm.sophia.ac.jp/eng/admissions/graduate_p/english_g2/ges/5

C. Official University/College Transcript(s) ---from University/College
Official transcripts showing all undergraduate and graduate (if applicable) courses taken and grades received, including the listof courses you are currently attending, must be submitted.
Electronic transcripts should be issued directly from the university/college to Sophia. Digital transcripts sent from applicants are
not accepted.
In the case of submission by postal mail, the transcript(s) should be certified by a school official and be officially sealed in a school
envelope. Photocopies are not accepted.

D. Proof of Graduation---from University/College
One of the following should be submitted via email from university/college or through postal mail if certified and officially sealed
by a school official:(a) University/college issued certificate of a degree or official letter (original copy).
(b) Photocopy of degree diploma certified by a school official.
(c) Transcript indicating degree received and date of conferral.
Ph.D. applicants must submit one of the above for Master’s degree.
Note: ・ M.A. applicants who have not completed their final semester at the time of application must submit as part of their application an official
document from their school indicating their expected date of graduation. Such students should then submit either (a), (b), or (c) to theSophia Admissions Office by March 31 for spring enrollment or September 20 for autumn enrollment. An applicant who does not submit
this document in time could be denied enrollment.
・ Ph.D. applicants currently in their final semester of a Master’s program must submit an official document of expected graduation fromtheir school or a letter from the thesis supervisor affirming both the expected date of the thesis defense and/or completion of all
requirements for the master’s degree. Such applicants should then submit either (a), (b) or (c) to the Sophia Admissions Office by March
31 for spring enrollment or September 20 for autumn enrollment. An applicant who does not submit this document in time could be denied
enrollment.

E. Proof of English Proficiency (TOEFL® or IELTS) ---from Testing Institution
Applicants must prove their English proficiency by taking the TOEFL ® (including Special Home Edition) or the IELTS (Academic).
The exam should be taken no more than two years before the time of application. Scores must be submitted following the
instructions below.
1. TOEFL: Applicants should request the official test score to be delivered directly to Sophia from the testing institution. Whenregistering for the tests, be sure to indicate Sophia University and ensure that your official score is sent to Sophia University. For
information about the TOEFL® and test registration, please refer to the following website.
TOEFL®: www.ets.org/toefl<code:0819>

2. IELTS: Applicants should request the official test score to be delivered directly to Sophia from the testing institution. Whenregistering for the tests, be sure to indicate Sophia University and ensure that your official score is sent to Sophia University. For
information about the IELTS and test registration, please refer to the following website.
IELTS: www.ielts.org <Submission in paper format only>
Alternatively, only if the submission by paper format via the testing institution is not possible, the submission of IELTS results via
the Test Report Form (TRF) number will be accepted. In this case, make sure to indicate the TRF number in the Application
Materials Checklist, and to submit a copy of your test scores to the Admissions Office together with the other application
documents.
Note: ・ For TOEFL®, enter your MyBest™ scores during the on-line application.
・ This requirement is waived for non-native applicants who have obtained a degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s degree) in the past from an
institution where all courses were taught in English, and English is the official medium of instruction. The applicant should have studied
in English for more than 2 years to obtain the degree. In such cases, an official document sent to the Admissions Office from their
institution attesting to this is required.
・ If applicants have insufficient time to prepare the above official test scores, they may be able to substitute them with the scores of thetests performed in their own countries. For this issue, please ask for the Sophia Admissions Office prior to application.

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・ If the English proficiency is not clearly confirmed by those documents, the applicants are required to have a direct interview via Zoom orother means of communication.
・TOEFL ITP®, TOEFL® Essentials™ and IELTS Indicator are not acceptable.

F. Letter(s) of Recommendation (use the form provided in the admissions page) ---from Referee
M.A.
One letter of recommendation in English or in Japanese must be obtained from school official(s) of the school(s) attended by theapplicant. As a rule, letters should be sent via e-mail directly from the referee to Sophia University. Recommenders must use theirofficial institutional email address when sending the letter.
If the letter can only be submitted by postal mail, it must be sealed in an envelope with the recommender’s signature written acrossthe seal.
Admissions page: https://adm.sophia.ac.jp/eng/admissions/graduate_p/english_g2/ges/

Ph.D.
Three letters of recommendation in English or in Japanese must be obtained from three professors and/or officials of the school(s)attended by the applicant must be submitted. At least two letters should be from professors who have taught the applicant. As arule, letters should be sent via e-mail directly from the referee to Sophia University. Recommenders must use their official
institutional email address when sending the letter.
If the letter can only be submitted by postal mail, it must be sealed in an envelope with the recommender’s signature written acrossthe seal.
Admissions page: https://adm.sophia.ac.jp/eng/admissions/graduate_p/english_g2/ges/

G. A Copy of a Thesis*---from the Applicant via e-mail
M.A.
A copy of a graduation thesis, honors thesis, or a significant term paper must be provided. The copy can be provided in English,
Japanese or other languages. An extensive English summary (Approx.. 850 words) must also be attached, regardless of thelanguage of the thesis.

Ph.D.
A copy of a Master’s thesis must be provided.
Applicants who do not have a Master’s thesis should submit three papers that he or she wrote during their Master’s candidacy. If
the thesis/papers are in a language other than English, a detailed summary(s) (Approx. 850 words) in English should be included.
The summary(s) should include main arguments and conclusions, research methods and analytic techniques employed, anddescription of each chapter/section.
*A significant term paper or writing sample is also acceptable in case students did not write a graduation thesis.

H. Photocopy of Passport (for those who hold a nationality other than Japanese) ---from the Applicant via
e-mailThis document is required to check your full name.
-Those who have dual nationalities, please submit a photocopy of passport for the nationality other than Japan.
-Those who do not have a passport, please submit a photocopy of an ID.

I. Application Materials Checklist (use the form provided in the admissions page) ---from the Applicant
via e-mailCheck the items you enclose in your application.
Admissions page: https://adm.sophia.ac.jp/eng/admissions/graduate_p/english_g2/ges/*Medical attention
Any applicants with physical conditions that might require special attention when undertaking university work should notify the Sophia Admissions
Office in writing before the application period.

77. SCREENING
Decision on acceptance or rejection will be made based on screening of all the documents submitted by the applicant.
Sophia University will request Ph.D. applicants to take an interview during the screening process.

8. NOTICE OF RESULTS
Applicants can confirm their acceptance/rejection from “Admissions Decision” on their “MyPage” through the URL<< www.guide.52school.com/guidance/net-sophia-parallel/eng>>
from 10:00 a.m. (JST) on the results-notice date (see APPLICATION SCHEDULE).
Note:
・Servers may be slow if too many people access the results at the same time.
・The registered email address and password will be required to log into the “MyPage.”・No physical materials will be sent to applicants from the Sophia Admissions Office. A letter of acceptance can be printed out from “MyPage.”
・Sophia University will not disclose the results of applications by telephone, fax or e-mail.
・Acceptance is valid only for the semester specified in the letter of acceptance.

9. ENTRANCE PROCEDURES FOR SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS
For details, please refer to the booklet of “Entrance Procedures” available on “MyPage” through the URL<<www.guide.52school.com/guidance/net-sophia-parallel/eng >>A. Payment of Tuition Fees and Submission of Necessary Documents
To secure admission, a newly admitted student must pay the fees prior to University entrance and submit the necessary
documents to the Sophia Admissions Office by the matriculation deadline (see APPLICATION SCHEDULE).
1. Click “Entrance Procedures” on ”MyPage” to download the booklet of “Entrance Procedures.”
Please read through all the information and follow the instructions in this booklet to secure admission.
2. Choose the program to start entering the required information and upload a face photo online.
3. Print out the designated documents (payment slip for payment inside Japan, Student Record/Pledge).
4. Complete the payment of the fees and post mail the required documents by the matriculation deadline.
The exact amount of the fees will be decided in September 2023 and notified to accepted students. For reference, the fees due
prior to university entrance in the academic year 2023 were as follows:

The fees due prior to university entrance 2023- M.A. students
Entrance Fee

200,000 yen (once at matriculation.)

Semester Enrollment Fee

30,000 yen (per semester)

Tuition Fee

295,500 yen (per semester)

Education Enhancement Fee

90,000 yen (per semester)Premium for Personal Accident Insurance for Students
Pursuing Education and Research (2 year period)

1,400 yen (once at matriculation)

Total Amount

616,900 yen

The fees due prior to university entrance 2023- Ph.D. students
Entrance Fee

200,000 yen (once at matriculation)

Semester Enrollment Fee

30,000 yen (per semester)

Tuition Fee

258,500 yen (per semester)

Education Enhancement Fee

45,000 yen (per semester)Premium for Personal Accident Insurance for Students
Pursuing Education and Research (3 year period)

2,100 yen (once at matriculation)

Total Amount

535,600 yen

8Note: The fees due prior to university entrance are not refundable. However, if a student notifies Sophia University of his/her intention not toattend by the appointed deadline, these fees, with the exception of the Entrance Fee and a handling charge, may be refunded. For details,
please refer to the “Entrance Procedures” leaflet.
＜Notes for each item＞
Items
Entrance Fee

Notes
・Entrance Fee is the price to guarantee a place in admission.
・Entrance fees for the students who graduate or graduated from Sophia University (Undergraduate /Graduate Program) is
as follows:- students who graduated from Sophia University within one year: full waiver- students who graduated from Sophia University over one year after graduation: half waiver・If you graduated from Sophia Junior College (now Sophia University Junior College Division) or Seibo College, pleasecontact the Admissions Office (TEL : 81-3-3238-3517)

Semester・Semester Enrollment Fee is the basic cost of enrollment (enrollment guarantee fee and enrollment management fee).

Enrollment

・In the case of authorized interruption of study, only the enrollment fee needs to be paid.

Fee・The following services are available while you are on an authorized absence of study.
- University services (medical examination, Wellness Center (health support), Counselling Services, certificate issuance,etc.)- ICT services (email, portal sites for students, etc.)- Facilities (library, PC rooms, etc.)

Tuition Fee

・Tuition Fee is the price paid for the educational services required to obtain a degree.
・Tuition Fee is revised annually based on the rate of inflation.

Education

・Education Enhancement Fee is expenses for the maintenance and management of the education and research

Enhancement

environment, as well as for maintenance enhancement for the future.

Fee
Premium for・”Premium for Personal Accident Insurance for Students Pursuing Education and Research” is a measure of compensation

Personal

and relief for bodily injury caused by a sudden and unexpected external accident that may occur during educational and

Accident

research activities in Japan or abroad. All Sophia University students are required to join the insurance upon enrollment.

Insurance for

Accidents during education and research activities are those that occur during regular classes, University events,

Students

extracurricular activities (of which the University should be notified in advance), while commuting to and from university,

Pursuing

and while in university facilities.

Education and・The insurance period is two years for M.A. students and three years for Ph.D. students.

Research・If a student is enrolled beyond the standard insurance period, additional fee of ¥800/year will be charged.

B. Tuition fee payment for the Subsequent Semesters
From the second semester on, tuition fee payment will be made on semester basis.

Approximate Rate of Tuition & Fees – Second semester on
M.A. students

Ph.D. students

Semester Enrollment Fee

30,000 yen

30,000 yen

Tuition Fee

295,500 yen

258,500 yen

Education Enhancement Fee

90,000 yen

45,000 yen

Total Amount

415,500 yen

333,500 yen

IV. ACADEMIC INFORMATION FOR M.A. DEGREES
TRANSFER OF CREDIT FROM OTHER UNIVERSITIESThe GSGES can accept up to 10 credits transferred from a student’s previous work as a graduate student. Transfer of such credits
must be approved by the GSGES faculty.

9V. INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS COMING TO JAPANStudents coming from abroad to study at Sophia University must have a college student status of residence or any otherappropriate status of residence such as a diplomatic, official, or dependent. A temporary visitor status is not acceptable. To qualify
for a college student status of residence, a student is required to register for at least 10 hours of class time per week. Additional
information concerning college student status of residence will be informed to each student after acceptance.

VI. SCHOLARSHIPS
Various types of scholarships and financial aid are available. There are some scholarships that the applicants can apply for at thetime of admission application. Other scholarship applications must be submitted after entrance to the University. For more
information and the application forms, please refer to the following webpage.
https://piloti.sophia.ac.jp/eng/scholarships1/

VII. HOUSING
Sophia University has several off-campus dormitories and offers affiliated housing options. For more information, please refer tothe following webpage.
https://piloti.sophia.ac.jp/eng/housing/

VIII. OTHER INFORMATION
1. NATIONAL HEALTH INSURANCEInternational students who will stay in Japan for more than three months are required to join this insurance system. The procedures
are carried out at the local ward/city office. The premium must be paid, but by declaring you have no income, it will be reduced.
Please ask directly about the details at the local ward/city office.
Subscribers to the National Health Insurance system have only to bear 30% of medical expenses for any treatment covered by
the insurance at clinics or hospitals (expenses for medical treatment not covered by the insurance must be paid in full).

2. PERSONAL ACCIDENT INSURANCE FOR STUDENTS PURSUING EDUCATION AND RESEARCH
All degree students must be affiliated with this insurance plan. This will cover physical injuries a student suffers during educationaland research activities at the university (during the regular curriculum, school events, extracurricular activities reported to theuniversity, and while the insured is within the school facilities for reasons other than the above-mentioned) and during commuting
to school.

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