Global Science Graduate Course (GSGC) — Master's Level Admission, Graduate School of Science

2 years (Master's program). GSGC as a whole is a five-year integrated scheme — "GSGC consists of a t 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

Programme and university fees

Application Fee (examination fee) JPY 10,000 One time "10,000 yen (Monbukagakusho Scholarship recipients are exempted from paying the Application Fee.)" Payable by credit card. "All documents and the Application Fee are non-returnable." An applicant who applies to both GSGC and the Special Selection for International Applicants pays the fee twice. Figu
Entrance Fee (admission fee) JPY 282,000 One time "7. Costs of Admission for Selected Students (as Planned for 2025): 1. Entrance Fee: ¥282,000." "In case there is an amendment of the fees, new fees may apply from the time the amendment becomes effective." The GSGC FAQ, the Graduate School of Science's 2027 Special Selection page ("as Planned for 2
Tuition, Master's Program JPY 535,800 Varies "2. Tuition Fee: ¥267,900 per 6 months (¥535,800 annually)." Paid in two six-month instalments. The GSGC FAQ, the Graduate School of Science's 2027 Special Selection page and the University's Admission Fee and Tuition page all give the same ¥535,800 annual master's figure. Waived for MEXT scholarshi
Income tax on the GSGC stipend "GSGC scholarship counts as miscellaneous income, and is thus subject to taxation. Students must file their final income tax return." The amount depends on the student's circumstances and is not publi Per year "GSGC scholarship counts as miscellaneous income, and is thus subject to taxation. Students must file their final income tax return." The amount depends on the student's circumstances and is not 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 dormitory / rented apartments "Are there dormitories for GSGC students? — Generally, students are expected to find his/her own housing. The University of Tokyo provides apartments which the university has rented as dormitories how/month "Are there dormitories for GSGC students? — Generally, students are expected to find his/her own housing. The University of Tokyo provides apartments which the university has rented as dormitories however, the number of available apartments is limited. A support system is available for those who hav

Accommodation options and how to apply

Other costs to plan for

Japan National Health Insurance "All International Students are required to join the Japan National Health Insurance (Kokumin Kenko Hoken)." No amount is published by GSGC; premiums are set by the municipality. · "All International Students are required to join the Japan National Health Insurance (Kokumin Kenko Hoken)." No amount is published by GSGC; premiums are set by the municipality.
Amounts are published by the university in JPY and may change — confirm them against the current application guideline.
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