Global Science Course (GSC) — Undergraduate Transfer Program, Department of Chemistry

2 years — students enter the third year of the four-year undergraduate programme and study the third English applications-closed
Some amounts are reference figures rather than the final published fees. Confirm them against the current application guideline before advising on cost.

Programme costs

JPY USD

Approximate, at the rate of 3 Sep 2026, rounded to the nearest US dollar. Published JPY amounts are shown in brackets and are the amounts you will be charged.

Programme and university fees

Application fee US$63 (JPY 10,000) One time "You are required to pay a non-refundable application fee (10,000 Japanese Yen + processing fee) online and then upload the payment receipt." Paid by selecting "Pay Application Fee → Examination Fee → The University of Tokyo (GSC Undergraduate Transfer Program)". "Payment can only be made by credit
Processing fee on the application fee payment The Apply page states the fee is "10,000 Japanese Yen + processing fee" but does not publish the amount of the processing fee. One time The Apply page states the fee is "10,000 Japanese Yen + processing fee" but does not publish the amount of the processing fee.
Admission fee US$1,773 (JPY 282,000) One time "Admission Fee — 282,000 JPY — One-time payment (September)". Matches the university-wide admission fee of ¥282,000 for undergraduate, master's and doctoral students. "In case there is an amendment of the fees, new fees may apply from the time the amendment becomes effective." The Faculty of Science
Annual tuition fee as published on the GSC Cost & Aid page US$3,368 (JPY 535,800) Per year "Tuition Fee (annual) — 535,800 JPY — Two installments per year (November and May)". This figure conflicts with the University of Tokyo's current undergraduate rate of ¥642,960 — see dataNotes[]. The GSC page's "As of" field is blank on the live page, so the effective date of the figure is not publi
Annual tuition fee — university-wide undergraduate rate US$4,042 (JPY 642,960) Per year The University of Tokyo's Admission Fee and Tuition page lists the annual tuition fee for the Undergraduate student category as ¥642,960 (the ¥535,800 figure on that page applies to the Master's/Professional category). Recorded alongside the GSC page figure because GSC students are undergraduates; t
Utilities and internet in the arranged accommodation "Please note that it is the student's responsibility to pay for any other fees such as utilities and internet." No amount or estimate is published. Per month "Please note that it is the student's responsibility to pay for any other fees such as utilities and internet." No amount or estimate is published.

Estimated cost of living in Tokyo

These are estimated living costs in Tokyo, not fees charged by The University of Tokyo. Actual spending varies by housing choice and lifestyle.

University-arranged accommodation — monthly rent US$0 (JPY 0)/month "the University will arrange housing with fully supported monthly rent for GSC students (for up to two consecutive years)." The central UTokyo page states "Accommodation provided with fully supported monthly rent". Rent is therefore not payable by the student for up to two years; the housing itself
Living costs in Tokyo The FAQ answers "What is the average cost of living in Tokyo?" by linking to an external UTokyo list of average prices rather than publishing a GSC budget figure. The monthly scholarship of JPY 150,00/month The FAQ answers "What is the average cost of living in Tokyo?" by linking to an external UTokyo list of average prices rather than publishing a GSC budget figure. The monthly scholarship of JPY 150,000 is described as covering the admission fee, annual tuition and daily expenses.

Accommodation options and how to apply

Other costs to plan for

National Health Insurance "International students who are staying in Japan for more than three months are required to enroll in the National Health Insurance (NHI) and voluntary withdrawal is not permitted... The insurance fee · "International students who are staying in Japan for more than three months are required to enroll in the National Health Insurance (NHI) and voluntary withdrawal is not permitted... The insurance fees are to be paid monthly and the amount differs according to your ward of residence or income." No f
Amounts are published by the university in JPY and may change — confirm them against the current application guideline.
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