📖Introduction

Osaka University is a public research university located in Osaka, Japan. Founded in 1931, it is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in Japan. The university is known for its strong focus on research, particularly in the fields of science and technology.

Osaka University has a total of 22,485 students, including 2611 international students from over 100 countries. The university offers undergraduate and graduate programs across various disciplines, including science, engineering, medicine, law, humanities, and social sciences.

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📚About the Program

The school's Institute of Social and Economic Research edits one of the world's most authoritative economic journals, International Economic Review, in collaboration with the University of Pennsylvania. Anonymous referees screen papers according to stringent standards, resulting in the publication of papers of academic significance. Osaka University is the only Japanese university that edits an internationally recognized academic journal of this caliber. Furthermore, many of the faculty members in the Graduate School of Economics at Osaka University serve on the editorial boards of leading journals around the world. Additionally, they are engaged actively in joint research with foreign-based economists and the hosting of international economic conferences. More than 20 world-renowned scholars and researchers are invited to attend this annual conference sponsored by the School of Economics at Osaka University. Show less
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📖Program Curriculum

Courses (Preview)
Macroeconomics
Microeconomics
Econometrics
Public Economics
Monetary Economics
Labor Economics
International Trade
International Finance
Mathematical Economics
Behavioral Economics
History of Economics
Economic History
Business History

🏫About Osaka University

Osaka University is a leading public research university located in Osaka, Japan. Founded in 1931, it is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in Japan. The university is committed to providing high-quality education and pursuing cutting-edge research across a wide range of disciplines. At Osaka University, we believe that education should not only provide students with knowledge and skills, but also foster creativity, critical thinking, and a global perspective. Our faculty members are world-class researchers and educators who are dedicated to helping students achieve their full potential. With a diverse and dynamic student body from around the world, Osaka University is a vibrant and exciting place to learn and grow. As a research university, Osaka University is committed to advancing knowledge and addressing some of the most pressing challenges facing society today. Our research spans a wide range of fields, from basic science to applied research, and we collaborate with institutions and researchers around the world to tackle complex problems and find innovative solutions. With a strong commitment to internationalization, Osaka University welcomes students and scholars from around the world and fosters a global network of research and collaboration. We believe that by working together, we can make a positive impact on the world and contribute to a brighter future for all.

🏠 Accommodation

You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.

You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

How to book:
  • Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
  • Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it
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💰 Fees

Application Fee:

1,625 RMB

Tuition fee:

535,800 JPY per year

535,800 JPY in total

❓✅❌ Entry Requirements

You are not eligible to apply to this program because:

English fluency is required.
You need to be either:
- A native English speaker
- Studied a degree in English before
- Can demonstrate a high level of English
- Having an English certificate such as IELTS level 6 or TOEFL 95 and above is an advantage.

Minimum education level: Bachelor's.

You need to have above average grades for the program. C average or above 55%.

All students from all countries are eligible to apply to this program.

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📬 Admissions Process

3 Steps to Apply to a University

Application step 1

Application step 2

Application step 3

Please choose the programs here , "You are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of getting accepted.

Required Documents:

  • Passport
  • Graduation certificate
  • Passport size photo
  • Official transcript
  • Personal statement
  • English certificate (You can take the English test online)
  • Guarantor letter
  • 2 Recommendation letters

Preparing documents:

You can start your application now and send the application documents during your application. Some documents you can send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info about preparing application documents is here

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Application process:

Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information is available here.

The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.

Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification

After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.

The university may contact you directly for further questions.

We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.

After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.

Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.

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Here is some more information about the enrollment process after you have been accepted.

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