Quick Summary
Private (jesuit) in Tokyo, Japan — Sophia University, est. 1913. Ranked #851-900 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 13950 students including 12% from outside Japan. Known for strengths in Modern Languages, Politics, Theology, it maintains an acceptance rate of 18%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Premier English-medium education in central Tokyo with a rich history of international exchange and Jesuit values.
Subject Strengths
Modern LanguagesPoliticsTheologyGlobal StudiesDevelopment Studies
Founded1913
TypePrivate (Jesuit)
Total Students13950
Intl Students12%
Faculty Ratio21.5
CampusUrban
Campus Size25 acres
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationJapan University Accreditation Association (JUAA)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#851-900
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201-1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's,Master's,Doctorate,Short-term Programs
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Institute of Comparative Culture,Institute of Global Concern,Sophia Institute of International Relations
Research Centers
Moderate
Research Output
Japan University Accreditation Association (JUAA)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate18%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL90
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SAT1300
ACT28
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · March 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 10
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Highlight extracurricular activities and international perspective. The Faculty of Liberal Arts (FLA) requires a strong personal statement and high standardized test scores.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Japanese Yen
UG Tuition
¥1,285,000/yr
per year · JPY
Living Cost
¥2,400,000/yr
per year · JPY
PG Tuition
¥1,120,000/yr
per year · JPY
Application Fee
$240
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
¥3,720,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · JPY
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$3,800
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's,Master's,Doctorate,Short-term Programs programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Global Studies | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Economics | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Materials Science | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Theology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$44,000
Average Salary After Graduation
95%
Employment Rate
Internship Placementtrue
Industry Connections
United Nations AgenciesGlobal Financial FirmsJapanese MultinationalsForeign Embassies
Notable Alumni
Morihiro Hosokawa,Seiko Noda,Beni,Agnes Chan
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Yotsuya Gymnasium,Fitness Center,Swimming Pool,Soccer Field
Student Clubs
150
Library Resources
Over 1.1 million volumes, extensive digital archives, and specialized research libraries.
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available