Bachelor of Arts (BA) Program in International Liberal Arts
The Bachelor of Arts (BA) Program in International Liberal Arts provides students with a broad interdisciplinary education in a multicultural learning environment. The program offers an English Track, in which all required courses are taught in English
and students can earn the credits required for graduation through courses offered in English. Students admitted through the International Student Admissions (English Entrance Examination) will enroll in the English Track.
April 2027 Entry
Admissions Guide
AY2027 Undergraduate Admission Guide – Bachelor of Arts in International Liberal Arts
Admission Capacity
| Number of students to be admitted | A limited number |
Application Eligibility
Applicants must meet all of the following requirements:
- Applicants must be foreign nationals.
- Applicants must be able to obtain or renew “Student” status of residence in Japan by March 31, 2027.
- Applicants must meet one of the following requirements:
- Have completed, or be expected to complete by March 31, 2027, a course of study outside Japan equivalent to 12 years of school education in Japan, or have an equivalent qualification designated by the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT).
- Have obtained, or be expected to obtain by March 31, 2027, one of the following qualifications outside Japan:
- International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
- German Abitur
- French Baccalauréat
- GCE A-Level or International A-Level
- European Baccalaureate
- Have completed, or be expected to complete by March 31, 2027, a 12-year curriculum at an educational institution outside Japan accredited by one of the following international accreditation organizations:
- WASC
- ACSI
- CIS
- NEASC
- Cognia
- COBIS
- Applicants must meet one of the following English language requirements:
- Have achieved Level III or higher on the English Score Comparison Table below and be able to submit proof of the score;
- Have English as their native or first language; or
- Reside in a country or region where English is an official language and have received their regular school education in English for the most recent six years. Documentary evidence is required.
English Language Requirements
Applicants must have a score equivalent to Level III or higher.
| English Proficiency Test
|
Minimum Score
|
| Eiken
|
2300
|
| IELTS Academic
|
5.5
|
| TOEFL iBT – New Scale
|
4.0
|
| TOEFL iBT – Former Scale
|
72
|
| TOEIC L&R + S&W
|
1560
|
| Duolingo English Test
|
100
|
TOEFL iBT
Scores from the TOEFL iBT and TOEFL iBT Home Edition are accepted.
Applicants must:
- submit a copy of the Test Taker Score Report; and
- request ETS to send the Official Score Report (Institutional Score Report) electronically to Juntendo University by the application deadline.
MyBest scores are not accepted.
IELTS
Only IELTS Academic is accepted.
Applicants must:
- submit a copy of the Test Report Form; and
- request the Official Test Centre to send the Test Report Form electronically to Juntendo University by the application deadline.
Recipient: Faculty of International Liberal Arts
Address:2-1-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 113-8421, JAPAN
Duolingo English Test
Applicants must submit a copy of the downloaded Certified Test Results or Certificate and request Duolingo to send the official score electronically to Juntendo University by the application deadline.
Application Period
Schedule I
Application PeriodOctober 1, 2026 – October 19, 2026
Application documents must arrive at the University by October 19.
Examination Date
October 25, 2026
Alternative date: October 24, 2026
Announcement of Results
November 2, 2026, 12:00 p.m.
Enrollment Procedures
November 2, 2026, 12:00 p.m. – November 9, 2026
Schedule II
Application PeriodNovember 20, 2026 – December 7, 2026
Application documents must arrive at the University by December 7.
Examination Date
December 13, 2026
Alternative date: December 12, 2026
Announcement of Results
December 18, 2026, 12:00 p.m.
Enrollment Procedures
December 18, 2026, 12:00 p.m. – December 25, 2026
Applicants must complete the online application registration, pay the application fee, and ensure that all required application documents arrive at the University within the application period.
Application Process
Applications must be submitted through the online application system, “University Application Net.”
Applicants must register with University Application Net before submitting an application.
After completing the online application:
[Online Application]
Applicants must register with University Application Net before submitting an application.
After completing the online application:
- Pay the entrance examination fee.
- Download and print the required application documents.
- Prepare all required certificates and supporting documents.
- Mail the complete application package to the Faculty of International Liberal Arts Admissions Office.
[Online Application]
Entrance Examination Fee
35,000 yen
The entrance examination fee can be paid by credit card or at a convenience store in Japan after completing the online application registration.
A separate payment processing fee will apply.
Application Documents
- Address Label
Downloaded from the online application system after completing the application registration and payment. - Application Confirmation Form
Downloaded from the online application system. - Statement of Purpose
- Personal Statement
University-specified format. - Academic Transcript and Certificate of Graduation or Expected Graduation
The required documents vary according to the applicant's educational background. - Certificate of English Proficiency
TOEFL, IELTS, Eiken, TOEIC, Duolingo English Test, or other accepted certification. - Certificate of Results for a National or Standardized Examination, if applicable
Examples include SAT, ACT, GCE, Gaokao, CSAT, and UEE. - Copy of Passport
- Copy of Residence Card (front and back)
Required only for foreign nationals currently residing in Japan.
Documents issued in a language other than Japanese or English must be accompanied by an English or Japanese translation certified by an embassy, notary public, or other appropriate authority.
Please refer to the AY2027 Undergraduate Admissions Guidelines for detailed requirements concerning academic transcripts, certificates, IB qualifications, applicants from China, and English proficiency documents.
Submission of Application Documents
Applicants in Japan
Send all application documents by Simplified Registered Express Mail.
Applicants Outside Japan
Send all application documents by EMS or another delivery method that provides tracking.
Mailing Address
Admissions Office
Faculty of International Liberal Arts
Juntendo University
2-1-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku
Tokyo 113-8421
JAPAN
Send all application documents by Simplified Registered Express Mail.
Applicants Outside Japan
Send all application documents by EMS or another delivery method that provides tracking.
Mailing Address
Admissions Office
Faculty of International Liberal Arts
Juntendo University
2-1-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku
Tokyo 113-8421
JAPAN
Entrance Examination
Applicants are selected through a comprehensive evaluation of:
Essay
The essay must be written in English.
Duration:80 minutes
Interview
The interview will be conducted in English.
Duration: Approximately 15 minutes
Applicants who are unable to come to campus because they reside outside Japan or for other eligible circumstances may be permitted to take the interview online.
Instructions regarding eligibility and procedures for the online interview will be provided to eligible applicants through the Applicant Portal or University Application Net.
- application documents;
- a written examination; and
- an interview.
Essay
The essay must be written in English.
Duration:80 minutes
Interview
The interview will be conducted in English.
Duration: Approximately 15 minutes
Applicants who are unable to come to campus because they reside outside Japan or for other eligible circumstances may be permitted to take the interview online.
Instructions regarding eligibility and procedures for the online interview will be provided to eligible applicants through the Applicant Portal or University Application Net.
Tuition and Fees
First Year
| Fee | Amount |
| Admission Fee | JPY 200,000 |
| Tuition | JPY 1,000,000 |
| Educational Enhancement Fee | JPY 300,000 |
| Total | JPY 1,500,000 |
Second Year and Beyond
| Fee | Annual Amount |
| Tuition | JPY 1,000,000 |
| Educational Enhancement Fee | JPY 300,000 |
| Total | JPY 1,300,000 |
Additional fees, including insurance and other student-related fees, will be announced during the enrollment process.
Information regarding textbook costs, language training fees, and other expenses will be provided after enrollment.
Tuition Waiver Program
Special Scholarship A
Successful applicants who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement and personal qualities may receive a full waiver of the first-year tuition fee of JPY 1,000,000.Special Scholarship B
Successful applicants who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement and personal qualities may receive a JPY 500,000 reduction in first-year tuition.A limited number of students are selected for each scholarship.
A tuition reduction program is also available after enrollment for students who demonstrate outstanding academic performance and personal qualities.
Accommodations for Applicants
Applicants who require accommodations for the entrance examination or academic study due to a disability or medical condition should consult the Faculty of International Liberal Arts Admissions Office before applying.
Consultation Deadline
Consultation Deadline
- Schedule I: September 1, 2026
- Schedule II: October 20, 2026
Contact
Admissions Office
Faculty of International Liberal Arts
Juntendo University
2-1-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku
Tokyo 113-8421, JAPAN
Phone: +81-3-5802-1729
Office Hours: Weekdays, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
(excluding Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays, and University closure periods)
Faculty of International Liberal Arts
Juntendo University
2-1-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku
Tokyo 113-8421, JAPAN
Phone: +81-3-5802-1729
Office Hours: Weekdays, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
(excluding Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays, and University closure periods)