Quick Summary
Situated in Hachioji, Japan, Tokyo Metropolitan University is a public established in 1949. Ranked #901-950 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 9100 students including 7.5% from outside Japan. Known for strengths in Physics, Astronomy, Materials Science, it maintains an acceptance rate of 22%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Highly affordable public tuition in a global mega-city with elite research focus and strong government links.
Subject Strengths
PhysicsAstronomyMaterials ScienceCivil EngineeringSocial Sciences
Founded1949
TypePublic
Total Students9100
Intl Students7.5%
Faculty Ratio10.2
CampusSuburban
Campus Size43 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsTokyo Metropolitan University Hospital, Tokyo Metropolitan Cancer Center
AccreditationMinistry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), Japan
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#901-950
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201-1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#501-600
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Humanities, Social Sciences, Law, Economics, Science, Engineering, Health Sciences
Programs
All faculties offer Doctoral programs in Science, Engineering, and Social Sciences
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Research Center for Hydrogen Energy-based Society, Center for Space Science, Water Research Center
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), Japan
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate22%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GREOptional for some Graduate Engineering programs
GMATNot Available
SATRequired for international undergraduate programs (SATOP)
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 20
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Strong emphasis on EJU (Examination for Japanese University Admission) scores for undergraduate entry; research proposals are critical for graduate applicants.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Japanese Yen
UG Tuition
¥535,800/yr
per year · JPY
Living Cost
¥1,575,000/yr
per year · JPY
PG Tuition
¥535,800/yr
per year · JPY
Application Fee
$115
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
¥2,127,800/yr
tuition + living + essentials · JPY
Scholarships AvailableMEXT Scholarship, TMU International Student Scholarship, JASSO
Avg Scholarship$4,000
Financial AidTuition reduction or exemption for high-achieving low-income students
Work-StudyAvailable for international students up to 28 hours per week
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Humanities, Social Sciences, Law, Economics, Science, Engineering, Health Sciences programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Applied Chemistry | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Nursing | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Business Administration | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$38,000
Average Salary After Graduation
94%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with Tokyo Metropolitan Government and major Japanese corporations
Industry Connections
ToyotaMitsubishi ElectricTokyo Electric Power CompanyHitachi
Notable Alumni
Nobuo Uematsu (Composer), Koji Wakamatsu (Director), Various members of the Tokyo Metropolitan Assembly
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Yes, International Student House and private dormitories
Sports Facilities
Gymnasium, Swimming Pool, Tennis Courts, Martial Arts Dojo
Student Clubs
Over 100 clubs including Kendo, Tea Ceremony, and Robotics
Library Resources
Minami-Osawa Campus Library with over 1.2 million volumes
Exchange Programs
Partnerships with 100+ universities globally including Oxford and UPenn
Summer Programs
TMU Summer Program in Japanese Language and Culture