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September 2026 Admission Schedule for International Applicants
For Graduate School of International Relations
| Intake | 1st | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application Deadline | Dec. 10 (Wed), 2025 | Feb. 12 (Thu) | Apr. 15 (Wed) |
| Announcement of Admission Results (at 13:00 JST) | Jan. 23 (Fri) , 2026 | Mar. 19 (Thu) | May 22 (Fri) |
| Deadline for Completing Admission Procedure | Feb. 20 (Fri) | Apr. 22 (Wed) | Jun. 18 (Thu) |
For Graduate School of International Management
| Intake | 1st | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application Deadline | Dec. 10 (Wed), 2025 | Feb. 12 (Thu) | Apr. 15 (Wed) |
| IUJ Math Test* (Online) |
Dec. 17 (Wed) DXP*** applicants only |
Feb. 24 (Tue) DXP*** applicants only |
Apr. 27 (Mon) Applicants for all programs |
| Interview** (Online) | Dec. 19 (Fri) | Feb. 27 (Fri) | Apr. 28 (Tue) |
| Announcement of Admission Results (at 13:00 JST) | Jan. 23 (Fri) , 2026 | Mar. 19 (Thu) | May 22 (Fri) |
| Deadline for Completing Admission Procedure | Feb. 20 (Fri) | Apr. 22 (Wed) | Jun. 18 (Thu) |
For Domestic Applicants
| Intake | 1st | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application Deadline | Jan. 22 (Thu) | Mar. 24 (Tue) | May 28 (Thu) |
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For GSIR applicants |
Jan. 31 (Sat) | Mar. 31 (Tue) | Jun. 10 (Wed) |
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For GSIM applicants |
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| Announcement of Admission Results (at 13:00 JST) | Feb. 25 (Wed) | Apr. 20 (Mon) | Jun. 29 (Mon) |
| Deadline for Completing the Admission Procedure | Mar. 20 (Fri) | May 20 (Wed) | Jul. 20 (Mon) |
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PhD Programs
For Both International and Domestic Applicants
| Intake | Both International and Domestic Applicants | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Application Deadline | Nov. 17 (Mon), 2025 | Feb. 17 (Tue ), 2026 | Apr. 17 ( Fri ), 2026 |
| Interview (Online) | Nov. 21 ( Fri ), 2025 ～ Nov. 28 ( Fri ), 2025 |
Feb. 24 (Tue ), 2026 ～ Feb. 27 ( Fri ), 2026 |
Apr. 24 ( Fri ), 2026 ～ May 8 ( Fri ), 2026 |
| Schedule will be individually arranged after receiving and reviewing a complete application during the above period. | |||
| Announcement of Admission Results | Dec. 19 ( Fri ), 2025 | Mar. 19 (Thu ), 2026 | May 20 (Wed), 2026 |
| Deadline for Admission Procedure | Jan. 19 (Mon) | Apr. 20 (Mon), 2026 | Jun. 19 ( Fri ), 2026 |
How to use the IUJ Online Application System
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English Test Exemption Policy
Those who fall under one of the following categories are exempted from submitting an English Test score (TOEFL, IELTS or TOEIC):
Category 1
Applicants who have received an English-medium education for at least four years during their secondary studies in Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the U.K. or the U.S.A., regardless of nationality, will be automatically exempted from submitting an English test score.
Category 2
Applicants who have completed (or are expected to complete) an undergraduate or graduate degree at an institution where the language of instruction is English may be exempted from submitting an English test score if they submit evidence* that the medium of instruction is English at the institution granting the degree.
* Please note that the academic transcript cannot be submitted as the evidence unless it clearly states the language of institution is English.
GSIM Applicants: GMAT/GRE or IUJ Math Test
Applicants to the Graduate School of International Management (GSIM) are required to upload an official GMAT or GRE score report.
However, applicants who meet certain conditions may choose to take the IUJ Math Test in place of submitting a GMAT or GRE score.
For applicants residing outside Japan and applying to programs other than the Digital Transformation Program, the IUJ Math Test is available only in the third intake.
If you wish to be considered for a full scholarship, you are strongly advised to submit a GMAT or GRE score and complete your application by the second application deadline.
For applicants to the Digital Transformation Program residing outside Japan, as well as applicants residing in Japan, the IUJ Math Test may be taken in any intake.
GSIM Applicants: Overview of the IUJ Math Test
- Test Duration: 1 hour
- Number of Questions: 12 (multiple-choice)
- Format: Online
- Test Content: Based on the Japanese high school math curriculum
- Test Level: Equivalent to the GMAT Quant Test
- Topics Covered:
・functions, graphs, and geometry
・basic calculus (differentiation, integration, max & min values)
・sets, probability, and elementary statistics (mean, median, mode, variance, etc.)
・miscellaneous word problems - Notes:
・Calculators are not permitted.
・There is no penalty for incorrect answers.
Applicants may consider the IUJ Math Test as one of the standard tests (such as the GMAT or GRE). We believe that there is no quick way to improve math scores in the short term.
Special Selection for Linkage Program
The application process for the Linkage Program differs from the standard application procedure. Please refer to the website of the relevant Graduate School for details.
GSIR (International Development Program, Public Management and Policy Analysis Program)
GSIM (1-year or 2-year MBA Program and Digital Transformation Program)
Note to Special Needs Applicants
IUJ welcomes applicants with special needs to contact us for information on our campus facilities and possible special arrangements they may need to join our academic programs and participate in dorm life.
For more information and details, please see the FAQ page.