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Who Should Apply

We welcome individuals with a bachelor's or higher degree that wish to go into public health academia and/or become a public health officer at international organizations such as WHO or UNICEF. Since all courses will be held in English, all ESL applicants will be required to submit an official score report from either Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet Based Test (TOEFL iBT) with a minimum score of 80 (taken before January 21, 2026), 4.5 (taken on or after January 21, 2026) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic) with a minimum score of 6.5.

Enrollment schedule

Spring admission

  • Online Application Period: October 2, 2026, 10:00 a.m. - October 16, 2026, 3:00 p.m. (JST)
    Documents Submission Period: October 2, 2026 - October 23, 2026, 5:00 p.m. (JST)
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  • November 30, 2026, 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.(JST)
    Interview(in Person or via ZOOM)
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  • December 18, 2026
    Announcement of Successful Applicants
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  • April, 2027
    Enrollment

Enrollment application

For more information regarding terms for application, please download following files.

2027 Spring Admission Application Guidelines
Form M-4：Statement of Purpose and Objectives
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Enrollment application

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on Admissions

Q.Do I need to get prior permission when filling out a supervisor on my application?
No, that is not necessary. Please feel free to choose and prioritize from each faculty member's website or publication.
Q.Are online learning programs offered?
We do not offer online study option. The Master of Public Health in Global Health (MPH) Course is designed as a classroom course requiring class attendance.
Q.Can I complete the MPH course all in English?
Yes, the MPH course will be held in English. However, knowing some Japanese will help in your daily life and Science Tokyo offers free Japanese classes to students who are interested.
Q.Am I able to conduct clinical research (research targeting patients)?
Yes, it is possible. Please consult the relevant Science Tokyo-MPH course faculty member.
Q.Should I have health-related work experiences to be accepted as a student?
Health-related work experience is not an essential criteria to apply for the MPH course.
Q.Can I change my academic advisor after enrollment?
Yes, you can change after entering the MPH course.
Q.How much do I need to live in Tokyo during the course?
According to the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, the estimated living cost for a single person in Tokyo is ¥144,000 per month (As of 2019).
Q.Is the MPH course qualification registered to any affiliated international organisation?
QS ranking showed that Science Tokyo is top 100 in the world in the field of medicine and health.
Q.Can I apply for the Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship or other scholarships for an international student?
Our course is unable to accommodate applicants through the MEXT Scholarship, as the MEXT Scholarship process is not aligned with the MPH admissions framework.
Applicants are encouraged to explore other scholarship opportunities that may be compatible with the MPH admission process.
JICA
Scholarship for International Students
Admission & Tuition Exemption/Deferment
Q.About the Harvard/Johns Hopkins Lecture Series (HJLS) – Do I have to pay any additional fees to enroll to the lecture series?
No, you don't need to pay for this.
Q.Can the post graduates get an opportunity to visit Harvard and John Hopkins University for internship?
You have the possibility to get the chance. It is up to you.
Q. Can I have an opportunity to intern at WHO, and how many students actually get to go and what is the criteria for selection?
Any students can apply for the intern opportunity for WHO or other international agency.
Q. Are there any Public Health internship options in Tokyo/Japan open for international students that can be done alongside the program?
Yes, for that, you need to be able to speak Japanese.