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The University of Tokyo

College of Arts and Sciences

Programs in English at Komaba (PEAK)

APPLICATION GUIDELINES

September 2018 Enrollment

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

■ Overview of the Application Process ..................................................................... 4

■ Application Instructions ......................................................................................... 6

1. PEAK Admission Policy ............................................................................................. 6

2. Eligibility ..................................................................................................................... 7

3. Application Fee ........................................................................................................... 9

4. Required Documents ................................................................................................. 11

5. Additional Documents .............................................................................................. 17

6. Submitting the Application Documents .................................................................... 17

7. Screening Process ...................................................................................................... 18

8. Admission Decisions ................................................................................................. 19

9. Enrollment Procedure ................................................................................................ 19

10. Application Restrictions .......................................................................................... 19

11. Fraudulent Statements and Documents ................................................................... 19

12. Data Protection ........................................................................................................ 19

13. Return of Application Materials.............................................................................. 20

14. Application Checklist .............................................................................................. 20

■ Scholarships, Finances and Accommodation ..................................................... 21

15. Scholarships ............................................................................................................ 21

16. Accommodation ...................................................................................................... 22

17. University Fees ........................................................................................................ 22

18. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) ....................................................................... 23

19. Contact Information ................................................................................................ 23

*All dates shown are based on Japan Standard Time.

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■Overview of the Application Process

1. Application

Period

Fri., October 27, 2017 – Wed., November 29, 2017

Applicants must choose one of the two programs (Japan in East Asia

or Environmental Sciences) when applying. They will be evaluated

based on the program they choose.

2. First Screening:

Document Review

Tue., December 5, 2017 – Fri., January 19, 2018

Applicants are initially assessed on their educational achievements and the

content of their application essays. Reviewers also take into consideration the

evaluation forms and other materials submitted by the applicant.

3. Invitation for an

Interview

Fri., January 19, 2018 – Fri., January 26, 2018

Applicants receive the result of the first screening. Those selected are

invited to attend an interview.

4. Second Screening:

Interview

Sat., February 3, 2018 – Sat., March 31, 2018

During the interview, the applicant may also be asked to provide

written answers to questions given by the interviewers.

5. Acceptance

Wed., April 4, 2018

Places for the programs at the University of Tokyo are offered to

successful applicants. Merit-based scholarships are offered to those

who qualify.

6. Enrollment

Decision

Thurs., May 10, 2018

Deadline for the return of your Letter of Intent. Administrative

procedures for preparation to study in Japan begin.

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7. Enrollment

Procedures

Package 1

Mid May

Instructions about enrollment procedures are sent to those who have

accepted a place at the University of Tokyo.

8. Payment of

Admission Fee

Late May

Students who have been given an unconditional offer are asked to pay

the admission fee.

Late August

Students who have been given a conditional offer are asked to pay the

admission fee.

9. Orientation

Information

Package 2

Late July

Instructions about orientation and enrollment registration in Japan are

sent.

10. Enrollment Sat., September 1, 2018

The University of Tokyo (PEAK) academic year commences.

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■Application Instructions

1. PEAK Admission Policy

The University of Tokyo’s Programs in English at Komaba (PEAK) seek to admit a select number of

students who exhibit intellectual curiosity and the potential for leadership. In line with the

university’s initiative to establish an international campus and nurture global citizens, students are

also selected according to their ability to contribute to the diversification of the campus with their

cultural experiences and educational backgrounds.

PEAK consists of the International Program on Japan in East Asia and the International Program

on Environmental Sciences. The aim of these undergraduate degree programs is to share the rich

intellectual and educational resources of the university with the wider global community. All classes

are taught in English, but students also have the opportunity to study Japanese language during their

studies.

Students in the Japan in East Asia Program gain an international and interdisciplinary understanding

of East Asia’s past, present and future, with a particular focus on Japan. The program encourages

students to develop skills and knowledge in order to foster constructive dialogue within East Asia

and around the world. Students are expected to actively engage with the educational resources and

cultural environment at the university.

Students admitted to the Environmental Sciences Program study this complex field from an

interdisciplinary perspective, which include the environmental, economic, ethical and legal. They

also learn about biodiversity conservation, geochemical cycling, geophysics and the latest

environmental technologies from an advanced scientific and engineering perspective. The primary

aim of the program is to nurture well-rounded environmental specialists who can design and

implement integrated approaches to current and future environmental concerns.

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2. Eligibility

Students are eligible to apply for PEAK as long as they satisfy BOTH Requirement 1 AND

Requirement 2 by August 31, 2018. If you are unsure about your eligibility, please contact the PEAK

Undergraduate Admissions Office through the web inquiry form available from the PEAK website

(http://peak.c.u-tokyo.ac.jp/contact-us/) as early as possible.

Requirement 1

The applicant must fulfil at least ONE of the following requirements.

(a) The applicant must have completed all the requirements of a 12-year school (primary and

secondary) education.

NOTE:

Those who have attended schools in Japan that are not certified by the Ministry of Education,

Culture, Sports, Science and Technology must contact the university by October 26, 2017, to

have their eligibility reviewed by the Individual Admission Review Process. (However, it must

be noted that only those who are 18 or older by August 31, 2018 can have their eligibility

reviewed.) Applicants who fall into this category must go through this process before they can

apply.

(b) The applicant must be at least 18 years of age and have obtained one of the following

qualifications:

1. International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB) (awarded by the International Baccalaureate

Organization)

2. Abitur (designated by the Federal Republic of Germany)

3. Baccalaureate (designated by the French Republic)

4. General Certificate of Education Advanced Level (GCE A level) (designated by UK)

(c) If the applicant has passed through an education system that is less than 12 years in length, he or

she must be at least 18 years of age, and should have completed the requirements of Japanese

pre-university preparatory institutions for students planning to study in Japan, which are

designated by the Japanese Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology.

Alternatively, the applicant must be at least 18 years of age and should have received sufficient

university education so as to satisfy the 12-year school requirement for entering Japanese

universities (for example, if the applicant’s school education was 11 years, he or she should have

completed at least one year of university education to be eligible to enroll in the PEAK

programs).

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(d) The applicant must have passed an official test that shows he or she possesses the academic

background equivalent or superior to that obtained from a 12-year school curriculum. In this

case, the applicant must be at least 18 years old.

Requirement 2

PEAK is a program designed primarily for students who have been educated in languages other than

Japanese. (Students who have received Japanese-medium education are encouraged to apply for

April-entry admission.)

In line with this goal, in principle, the applicant must have spent at least FOUR of the first six

school years AND at least FIVE of the second six school years studying in languages OTHER

THAN Japanese. This means the vast majority of courses must have been delivered in languages

other than Japanese. Requirement 2 is summarized in the following diagram:

12 school years of education

First six school years

At least FOUR school years (not necessarily consecutively)

being taught in languages

other than JAPANESE

Second six school years

At least FIVE school years(not necessarily consecutively)

being taught in languages

other than JAPANESE

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3. Application Fee

The University of Tokyo charges a JPY5,000 application fee, which must be paid between October

20, 2017 and November 29, 2017. Application materials cannot be reviewed without receipt of the

application fee. Refund of the application fee is not possible under any circumstances.

Method of Payment

The application fee can be paid either by online credit card or bank transfer. We cannot accept cash

or cheques. Please note the transaction fee is borne by the applicant.

By Online Credit Card Payment:

Please pay JPY5,000 application fee by following the link below:

https://e-shiharai.net/english/?schoolcode=OPU0101470000000

1) Choose “Examination Fee.”

2) Read “Terms of Use and Personal Information Management.” Then press “Agree.”

3) Choose “The University of Tokyo (PEAK Undergraduate Admissions).” Then press “Next.”

For more details, please refer to “Payment procedure for application by credit card” on the PEAK

website. http://peak.c.u-tokyo.ac.jp/apply/how-to-apply/

NOTE:

- There will be a transaction fee of JPY432 charged in addition to the JPY5,000 application fee.

- It is possible to use a credit card registered with a third person, such as a parent or a guardian.

However, make sure that the applicant’s name is typed in the “basic information” page on the

payment website.

- Please enter “Receipt Number” and “Birth Date” if you need to print out the “Result” page later.

By Bank Transfer Payment:

It is the responsibility of the applicant to make sure that the exact amount of money is transferred to

the following account by November 29, 2017. The payment must be made in Japanese Yen. The

transaction fee is borne by the applicant.

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Type of Remittance

送金種類

Telegraphic Transfer

電信送金

Currency

通貨

Japanese Yen

日本円

Yen exchange charge

円為替手数料

Paid by remitter

依頼人負担

Remittance charge

送金手数料

Paid by remitter

依頼人負担

Purpose of payment

送金目的

PEAK Undergraduate application fee

PEAK 検定料

Remittance Bank Account Information／送金先金融機関の情報

International Transfer

／外国送金

Domestic Transfer

／国内振込・ATM 可

Bank Name Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation 三井住友銀行

Bank Code 0009 0009

SWIFT Code SMBCJPJT

Branch Name Tokyo Public Institutions Operations

Office 東京第一

Branch Code 096 931

Account Type Savings Account（Futsu Yokin） 普通預金

Account Number 9518002 9518002

Account Name THE UNIVERSITY OF TOKYO 国立大学法人東京大学

ｺｸﾘﾂﾀﾞｲｶﾞｸﾎｳｼﾞﾝﾄｳｷﾖｳﾀﾞｲｶﾞｸ

Address of the Bank

Nishi-Shimbashi Square 18F

1-3-1 Nishi-Shimbashi, Minato-ku,

Tokyo

105-0003, Japan

〒105-0003

東京都港区西新 1-3-1

西新橋スクエア 18 階

Phone (+81)-3-3591-3201 (03)-3591-3201

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4. Required Documents

NOTE:

- All documents must be ORIGINAL. If you cannot submit the original document, you may

submit a copy that is certified by the issuing organization or your current school as a “certified

true copy.” The document must be identical to the original in all aspects.

- The application form and all additional documents must be submitted in ENGLISH. If any of

the required additional documents cannot be submitted in English, the applicant must obtain a

translation of each document and submit it along with the original. Translations should be

provided by teachers/administrators of the applicant’s school or by official agencies, such as an

embassy. They may not be prepared by the applicant. If translations are submitted, the

translator’s affiliation and title should be clearly noted. It is the responsibility of the applicant to

ensure that the PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office is provided with complete and accurate

translations. The documents submitted will not be returned under any circumstances.

Applicants must submit the following documents:

(1) Application Form

(2) Essay Form

(3) Official School Transcripts

(4) Official Examination Results for Academic Ability (Standardized Examinations)

(5) Official Test Scores for English Proficiency (if applicable)

(6) Certificate of (Expected) Graduation

(7) Evaluation Forms (three forms 1. English 2. Academic 3. Character)

(8) Photo

(9) Receipt of Payment of the Application Fee

(10) School Profile

(1) Application Form

The application form is available in PDF format. The PDF should be opened in Adobe Acrobat

Reader and completed electronically. Acrobat Reader can be downloaded for free from the website:

http://www.adobe.com/downloads/

For more details on completing the application form, please see the “Apply” section of the website

and study the sample application form. Once completed, the application form should be printed

single-sided on either A4 or letter-size paper. Please ensure it is printed clearly.

If you are unable to download the file or fill in the PDF application form electronically, you should

contact the PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office through the web inquiry form.

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(2) Essay Form

The applicant must submit two original essays. The essays must be written in English and should be

typed, dated and signed. The form can be downloaded from the PEAK website. (Please see “How to

Apply.”)

Essay 1

Write a short essay in English in response to the question below (250 to 300 words):

The American educationalist, John W. Gardner (1912-2002), said: “Much education today is

monumentally ineffective. All too often we are giving our young people cut flowers when we

should be teaching them to grow their own plants.” In applying to the Programs in English at

Komaba (PEAK), what do you hope to gain from your university education?

Essay 2

Write a short essay in English in response to the question below (250 to 300 words):

Choose one historical figure. What do you think he or she would have done differently if the

person could see the world today?

(3) Official School Transcripts

Academic transcripts in English, clearly showing the applicant’s secondary school grades (or those

expected) at the time of application, must be submitted. The transcripts should contain all the grades

obtained in secondary school in the last three years or more and must be SEALED and STAMPED

or SIGNED by your school. If the applicant is already enrolled in post-secondary education, he or

she should also include transcripts showing grades obtained at the time of application.

NOTE:

Subject Requirements (For the Environmental Sciences Program)

Applicants applying for the Environmental Sciences Program must submit transcripts that

demonstrate they have studied at least TWO science subjects (mathematics, physics, chemistry,

biology or environmental science) in the last two years of their study.

(4) Official Examination Results for Academic Ability (Standardized

Examinations)

The applicant must submit an official result transcript for one of the examinations listed in

Appendix 1. Other examination results may be submitted. Please inquire about the acceptability of

particular examinations by September 29, 2017. Submission of examination results other than

those listed in the Appendix 1 without any prior inquiry will not be accepted.

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NOTE:

- Subject Requirements

Those applying for the Japan in East Asia Program must include at least THREE subject

scores of ANY subjects.

Those applying for the Environmental Sciences Program must include at least THREE

subject scores as specified below:

1) mathematics

2) science subject (such as physics, chemistry, biology and environmental science)

3) any subject

* Specific requirements for each accepted standardized examination are indicated in the

Appendix 1.

- Predicted Scores/Grades

Applicants unable to submit an official result report by the application deadline because of

unavoidable circumstances (such as if the examination is scheduled only after the application

deadline) must submit a certificate of official predicted scores/grades (either as a part of the

school transcript or as a separate certificate) for each subject. However, in this case any

admission offer will be conditional. The applicant must promptly supply the final scores/grades

once they become available. The deadline for submission of these final scores/grades is August

20, 2018. Failure to do so will result in the cancellation of the admission offer.

- Examination Results

Although the applicants are required to submit only one type of examination results, if they have

taken more than one type of examination (such as ACT, SAT and IB), they are encouraged to

submit these as well. If the highest results for each category are spread over multiple

examination dates, applicants may send multiple examination results. The highest grades will be

considered for each examination category. If the applicant obtains higher results after submitting

the application materials, he or she may still submit additional results as long as they are

received by the PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office within the application period.

- AP Grades

Applicants are also encouraged to submit AP grades (Code Number: 7656, “The University of

Tokyo”).

(5) Official Test Scores for English Proficiency (if applicable)

Those who have NOT received an English-medium education for at least four years of the first six

years of their schooling and at least five years of the second six years of their schooling must submit

scores for one of the following three tests (TOEFL, IELTS or CAE/CPE). We will only accept test

scores that are less than TWO years old. The scores must be received/available from the testing

institution by November 29, 2017.

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TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) iBT or PBT (TOEFL-ITP is not accepted)

The applicant must request that the testing institution (ETS) send an official score report to the

PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office. The Designated Institution (DI) Code Number for the

PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office is 7889. The applicant should also supply the

Registration Number in the application form.

For more information on how to send your score report, please see

http://www.ets.org/toefl/ibt/scores/send/

IELTS (International English Language Test System) Academic module

For IELTS, the applicant must take all four parts of the Academic module (listening, academic

reading, academic writing and speaking). The applicant should supply a photocopy of the Test

Report Form (TRF) and indicate its TRF Number in the application form. The university will

use the number to verify the results on the IELTS TRF Verification Service. For more

information, please see http://www.ielts.org/test_takers_information.aspx

Cambridge English Language Assessment (CAE or CPE)

From Cambridge English Language Assessment, we accept either “CAE (Cambridge English:

Advanced)” or “CPE (Cambridge English: Proficiency).” The applicant must fill in the section

on English Language Ability in the application form and submit his or her Candidate ID Number

and Candidate Secret Number. The university will use the numbers to verify the results on the

Results Verification Service. For more information, please see

https://verifier.cambridgeenglish.org/User/SignIn

* PEAK expects that incoming students will typically have TOEFL iBT scores of around 100 or

above, an IELTS score of 7.0 or above, or Cambridge English Language Assessment CAE grade

B or above, or the CPE.

NOTE:

- Other evidence of English proficiency may be considered on an individual basis. In this case, the

applicant must contact the PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office by September 29, 2017.

- If the applicant obtains higher test scores after submitting his or her application, he or she may

still submit additional test scores, as long as they are received by the PEAK Undergraduate

Admissions Office within the application period.

- The PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office may request further evidence of English language

proficiency from applicants, including those who qualify for the exemption.

- The University of Tokyo holds several codes for different undergraduate admissions. The

applicant must identify the correct code for PEAK with the word “PEAK/Peak” on the list

provided by the testing organization. The PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office is not

responsible for any delay or failure of the score delivery.

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Exemption from submitting English test scores

Students who have received an English-medium education for at least four years of the first six years

of their schooling and at least five years of the second six years of their schooling are exempt from

submitting the test scores mentioned above. Students who can demonstrate their English ability

through English-medium standardized test scores may also be exempt from submitting the English

proficiency test scores. If you wish to use such English-medium standardized test scores in lieu of an

English proficiency test, you must contact the PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office by

September 29, 2017. If you do not make any inquiry prior to this date, you are required to submit

official English proficiency test scores to demonstrate your English ability.

(6) Certificate of (Expected) Graduation

The applicant should submit one of the following certificates:

(a) A high-school graduation certificate or a certificate of expected graduation (with graduation to

have been achieved by August 31, 2018). If your school does not have the certificate format,

please contact the PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office. We will provide you a format.

(b) A diploma verifying the completion of a high school curriculum (e.g. International

Baccalaureate, Abitur, Baccalaureate).

(7) Evaluation Forms

THREE evaluation forms must be submitted. The forms can be downloaded from the PEAK website.

(Please see “Apply.”)

1) English language evaluation form

It should be completed by a teacher at the applicant’s high school or university who is in a position to

evaluate the applicant’s English reading, writing, and speaking skills. Please note that this also applies to

applicants who do not submit official test scores for English proficiency.

2) Academic ability evaluation form

It should be completed by a teacher at the applicant’s high school or university who is in a position to

evaluate the applicant’s academic ability. If the applicant is applying to the Japan in East Asia

Program, this teacher should be from the social sciences or humanities. If the applicant is applying to

the Environmental Sciences Program, this teacher should be from a science-related field, such as

mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology or environmental science.

3) Character evaluation form

It should be completed by anyone who is able to evaluate the applicant’s character. However, the referee

must not be an immediate family member or a close relative.

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NOTE:

- Each form must be signed, dated, and sealed by each referee.

- The evaluation forms must be completed by DIFFERENT referees.

- An evaluation from a language school or vocational school teacher is not acceptable for the first

and the second evaluation forms.

- Each form must be dated on or after July 1, 2017.

- Each form must be sealed and included with the other application documents. If you cannot

include them and require the referee to submit them directly to the PEAK Undergraduate

Admissions Office, please contact the PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office by November

29, 2017.

(8) Photo

The applicant should ATTACH a color ID photo (passport-style photo) in the box marked “photo”

on the application form. If the photo is manually attached to the form, the applicant’s name should be

written on the back of the photo. The photo will be used for identifying the applicant at the interview.

NOTE:

- The photo must have been taken within the last 6 months.

- The photo should be 4 cm long and 3 cm wide (approx. 1.6 in. × 1.2 in.), and show the

applicant’s face and the top of his/her shoulders.

- It should be taken against a plain background, and the applicant should be looking straight

ahead. The applicant should not be wearing any head accessories, such as a cap or a hat.

Headwear worn for religious reasons is exempt from this requirement.

- A photo that may cause difficulty identifying the applicant at the interview should not be

submitted.

- Photo may be electronically attached to the application form.

(9) Receipt of Payment of the Application Fee

The applicant should include a printed “Result” page of the credit card payment or an original receipt

of the bank transfer in your application package.

(10) School Profile

If available, the applicant should submit publicity materials of all schools which he or she has

attended, such as printed pages of the school’s website and school brochures.

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5. Additional Documents

You may submit other documentary evidence of academic achievements or awards for school

activities if applicable. Please note that the PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office will NOT

RETURN the materials. If you wish to keep the original document, please submit the certified copy

instead of the original one. The PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office reserves the right to request

additional documents.

6. Submitting the Application Documents

All the application materials must be posted between October 27, 2017 and November 29, 2017.

Applications will only be considered valid if they are postmarked no later than November 29,

2017, and delivered to the PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office by December 5, 2017.

Make sure to retain the proof of the postmark date. The PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office is

not responsible for any delay in the delivery of the documents.

Before Submission

1. The PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office recommends sending the application documents by

registered express mail or an equivalent international courier with a tracking system. The

application documents may NOT be hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed.

2. On the envelope, the applicant should write “Application” in RED.

3. The PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office will not issue a certificate of receipt for application

documents.

4. To check whether the application documents have been received, the applicant must contact the

post office or courier service with the tracking number. The PEAK Undergraduate Admissions

Office cannot answer inquiries regarding receipt of application documents.

After Submission

1. The applicant may not change the program he or she is applying to once the application has been

submitted.

2. If there is a change of address, email, or phone number after the application documents have been

submitted, the applicant must promptly notify the PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office.

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7. Screening Process

First Screening: Document Review

Applications are initially screened based on the application documents.

Second Screening: Interview

Applicants who are selected from the first screening proceed to the second screening. The second

screening is held between February 3, 2018, and March 31, 2018.

An applicant is notified whether he or she will be called for the second screening between January

19, 2018, and January 26, 2018 by using Mypage account which will be created upon receipt of

your application forms. The applicant must reply promptly to confirm his or her attendance at the

interview.

Please note down on the application form a major city in which you would like to be interviewed.

See below for places and approximate periods for the interviews. However, please understand that

compliance with your preference cannot be guaranteed. The exact time and place of your interview is

notified after the confirmation of your intent to be interviewed. The applicant is responsible for all

the expenses incurred when travelling to and from the interview venue.

Area Period

Japan (Tokyo) Sat., February 3, 2018

Europe (London, Paris, Frankfurt, etc.) February, 2018

Asia (Beijing, Hong Kong, Seoul, Taipei, Singapore, Bangkok,

Kuala Lumpur, New Delhi, etc.)

February to March, 2018

Oceania (Sydney, Melbourne, Wellington, etc.) March, 2018

North America (Los Angeles, New York, etc.) March, 2018

Africa (Cairo, Johannesburg, etc.) TBA

Latin America and the Caribbean (São Paulo, Bogota, Kingston,

etc.)

TBA

NOTE:

- During the interview, the applicant may also be asked to provide written answers to questions

given by the interviewers. For your reference, sample questions are available on the PEAK

website. (Please see the “FAQ.”)

- If you have any disability that requires special consideration when conducting the interview,

please notify the PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office as early as possible.

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8. Admission Decisions

Admission decisions are announced on April 4, 2018 by using Mypage account, followed by an

official letter sent by postal mail. Successful candidates who provide predicted results of official

examinations are granted CONDITIONAL admission, contingent upon the proof of satisfactory

performance in the examinations. The university cannot respond to inquiries regarding the results of

any part of the screening process.

9. Enrollment Procedure

A Letter of Intent must be completed and submitted to the PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office

no later than May 10, 2018. The PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office is not responsible for any

delay in the delivery of the documents. Those who choose to enroll at the University of Tokyo will

then receive further information from the university, including details on housing application,

payment of admission fee, and visa application procedure. The academic year for PEAK begins on

September 1, 2018.

10. Application Restrictions

Applicants may NOT make multiple applications to the University of Tokyo at the same time. This

includes all other undergraduate exam screenings administered by the University of Tokyo. Please

refer to the FAQ on the PEAK website for more details.

11. Fraudulent Statements and Documents

Offers of admission and scholarship are made based on the assumption that all of the information

provided by the applicant is accurate. The University of Tokyo may retroactively cancel admission

and/or the scholarship of any student who has falsified personal information or academic records, or

plagiarized the work of others in their essays.

12. Data Protection

All personal information provided by the applicant is stored securely and is never disclosed to any

third party. Personal information included in the application documents is used for the university’s

screening process, scholarship allocation, enrollment procedure for successful applicants and

PEAK’s curriculum development.

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13. Return of Application Materials

The PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office does not return application materials.

14. Application Checklist

Please make use of the checklist on the application form to indicate all the documents included in the

package.

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■Scholarships, Finances and Accommodation

15. Scholarships

University Scholarships

Merit-based scholarships are offered by the university. In principle, all the scholarships are offered

when successful applicants are notified of their admission to the university. The selection of

scholarship recipients is based on the screening process. There is no separate application.

The University of Tokyo Scholarship

This scholarship is offered to students of exceptional merit. It is a four-year scholarship that covers

the admission fee, tuition, and living expenses (JPY126,000 a month). Up to ten students may be

offered this scholarship.

Corporate Scholarship

NIHON CHOUZAI Co., Ltd. -UTokyo Scholarship for ASEAN Students

NIHON CHOUZAI Co., Ltd. -UTokyo Scholarship for ASEAN Students is a scholarship for

students who are from Association of South-East Asian Nations, ASEAN. One ASEAN student may

be offered a four-year scholarship; this will cover the living expenses (JPY 100,000 a month) for up

to four consecutive years.

NOTE:

1. The above scholarships, in principle, do not allow the recipient to receive any other types of

scholarships.

2. The above scholarships will be reviewed every year and the renewal will be contingent upon

satisfactory academic performance.

3. The above scholarships require, in principle, four consecutive years of study (contingent

upon satisfactory academic performance).

Travel Grant Scholarships

(a) The University of Tokyo-JAGAM Supplementary Scholarship for Malaysian

Nationals

The University of Tokyo-JAGAM Supplementary Scholarship for Malaysian Nationals is a

supplementary scholarship for Malaysian students. Japan Graduates’ Association of Malaysia

(JAGAM) offers a one-way economy class airline ticket from Malaysia to Narita/Haneda

International Airport and a return economy-class ticket upon graduation (certain rules apply) to up to

three students recommended by the University of Tokyo. Details are available on JAGAM’s website

at: http://www.jagam.org.my/

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(b) The University of Tokyo-JUGAS Supplementary Scholarship for Singaporean

Nationals

The University of Tokyo-JUGAS Supplementary Scholarship for Singaporean Nationals is a

supplementary scholarship for Singaporean students. Japanese University Graduates Association of

Singapore (JUGAS) offers a one-way economy class airline ticket from Singapore to Narita/Haneda

International Airport and a return economy-class ticket upon graduation (certain rules apply) to up to

three students recommended by the University of Tokyo. Details are available on JUGAS’s website

at: http://web.jugas.org.sg/

External scholarships

In addition to the scholarships provided by the University of Tokyo, students may also be eligible for

other sources of financial support. Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO), for example, offers

scholarships for international students studying in Japan. Details can be found at:

http://www.jasso.go.jp/en/study_j/index.html

NOTE:

Scholarship information may change without prior notice. Please check the website

(https://peak.c.u-tokyo.ac.jp/) for the latest information. In case there are any additional

scholarship opportunities, we will upload on the website.

16. Accommodation

Successful applicants also receive detailed information about applying for university accommodation

after the admission notification. All PEAK students are given the option of residing in the university

accommodation adjacent to the campus. All students making use of the university accommodation

live in separate rooms and are guaranteed a place for at least for the first two years of their study. The

monthly fee is approximately JPY40,000.

17. University Fees

Admission fee (as of 2017): JPY282,000

To be paid in late May for students with an UNCONDITIONAL offer

To be paid in late August for students with a CONDITIONAL offer

Annual tuition (as of 2017): JPY535,800

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18. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

If you have general questions about the application, please consult the Frequently Asked Questions

(FAQ) on the PEAK website at: https://peak.c.u-tokyo.ac.jp/faq/

19. Contact Information

If you have any questions regarding the application process, please use the web inquiry form

available on the PEAK website at: https://peak.c.u-tokyo.ac.jp/contact-us/

All the application materials must be sent to the following address:

PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office, The University of Tokyo,

3-8-1 Komaba, Meguro-ku, Tokyo 153-8902, JAPAN

Phone: (+81)-3-5454-6191, Monday-Friday (except public holidays) 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Appendix 1

PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office, as of July 2017

Country/Region Name Specific Requirements

ACT (Australian Capital Territory) Year 12 Certificate

HSC (New South Wales Higher School Certificate)

NTCET (Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training)

QCE (Queensland Certificate of Education)

SACE (South Australian Certificate of Education)

TCE (Tasmanian Certificate of Education)

WACE (Western Australian Certificate of Education)

VCE (Victorian Certificate of Education)

France Baccalaureate - For Environmental Sciences, "Scientifique" is required

Germany Abitur

HKDSE (Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education)

HKALE (Hong Kong Advanced Level Examination)

STPM (Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia) - Also supply the results of SPM and STPM Trial Exam

UEC (Unified Examination Certificate)

New Zealand NCEA (National Certificate of Educational Achievement) - Level 3 required

Republic of Korea CSAT (College Scholastic Ability Test)

Singapore-Cambridge GCE (Advanced Level) Examination - Also supply the results of Ordinary Level - H3 is strongly recommended.

NUS High School Diploma

Accepted Standardized Examinations for September 2018 Enrollment

1. International Qualification

2. National Qualification

* UTokyo holds several codes for different undergraduate admissions. The applicant must identify the correct code for PEAK on the list provided by the testing organization.

// If the actual results are not available, provide official predicted scores when applying //

// If the actual results are not available, provide official predicted scores when applying //

If your qualification is not listed here, please contact us through the web inquiry form by September 29, 2017. It would be helpful if you could provide further details about yourqualifications, including the name of the awarding institution, and your intended course of study.

Singapore

- If the actual results are not available until the application due date, one of the other examinations listed in this table must be taken.

India Class XII examinations (CBSE/CISCE and state examinationboards) - Also supply the final results of Class X examinations and Class XI school results

Malaysia

Poland Polish Matura / Swiadectwo Dojrzalosci

Australia - ATAR or equivalent positioning information is also required

Hong Kong

- Actual or predicted scores of Grade 12 are requiredAny provincial secondary school qualifications except forOntario Secondary School CertificateCanada

Name Specific Requirements Note Institution code forPEAK*

European BaccalaureateGCE A-level /International A-level - AS grades must be included

Cambridge Pre-U - Principal subjects

035022"The University ofTokyo, Komaba"

5481"UNIV TOKYO-

PEAKUNDERGRADUATE"

7656"The University of

Tokyo"

International Baccalaureate (IB)

- Diploma and individual subject scores including TOK and EE - For Environmental Sciences Program , HL subjects including a minimum of TWO science subjects (mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology or environmental systems and societies)

- Arrange an IB diploma certificate through IBO

- Must be taken　by October 28, 2017 - Arrange an official score report through ACT

- The ACT Plus Writing must be takenACT

- Must be taken　by December 2, 2017 - Arrange an official score report through The College Board

- SAT / Redesigned SAT and a minimum of TWO Subject tests - For Environmental Sciences Program , mathematics Level 2 and at least ONE science subject test (physics, chemistry, biology)

SAT