2024 Academic Year

IGESS
Institute for Global Economics and Social Sciences

Application Guidelines for Period I and Period II

English-based Degree Programs

 Contents

Page

1. Application Flow ..................................................................................................... 2

2. Key Dates in Application Process ............................................................................ 3

3. Faculty, Department, and the Number of Accepted Students ............................. 3

4. Screening Method and Fee......................................................................................... 3

5. Application Eligibility ............................................................................................ 4

6. How to Apply .......................................................................................................... 6

7. Application Documents ........................................................................................ 9

8. Notes on Application ............................................................................................ 18

9. Announcement of Successful Applicants ............................................................ 19

10. Enrollment Procedure ....................................................................................... 20

11. School Fee ......................................................................................................... 21

12. Acquisition of Student Residence Status ............................................................ 22

13. Housing and Scholarships ................................................................................... 25

14. FAQ’s ................................................................................................................. 26

・All dates and times in this document are Japan Standard Time (JST).

Privacy Policy
All personal information, including names and home addresses that applicants provided for the
admission procedure, is used for the implementation of the screening (including the preparation of data
on applicants), announcement of successful applicants, enrollment procedures, and other relevant
operations. Hosei University Admission Center and Global Education Center outsource services to a
contractor for the above operations. Note that some or all of the personal information that applicants
provide may be shared with the contractor for implementing the above operations.

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 1. Application Flow

What applicants do: Refer mainly to:

 Read the application guideline. 2. Key Dates in
Before
 Confirm your application eligibility and application Application Process
Application
schedule. 5. Application Eligibility
 Prepare application documents in advance of 7. Application Documents
application.

 Access the Hosei University online application system

and register the applicant information.
Online
 Pay the screening fee on the application system using a 6. How to Apply
Application
credit card. 8. Notes on Application
Application Period

 Upload a photo file, and Self-introduction Video and

Essay on My Page.
 Print Enrollment Request Form on My Page.

Send  Send application documents to Hosei University no 7. Application Documents

Application later than the final day of the application period. 8. Notes on Application
Documents by 12. Acquisition of Student
Post Residence Status

Announcement  Check your applicant number and your result on My

of successful Page. 6. How to Apply

Enrollment Procedure

applicants  Access our online enrollment procedure system and log 9. Announcement of
in with your applicant number. Successful Applicants
Period

Enrollment  Complete your enrollment procedure including the 10. Enrollment Procedure
Procedure enrollment procedure fee payment. 11. School Fee
12. Acquisition of
Student Residence
Status

Enrollment

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 2. Key Dates in Application Process
Period I
Application Period February 26, 2024 to March 8, 2024
Announcement of
April 23, 2024
Successful Applicants
Enrollment Procedure
April 23, 2024 to May 28, 2024
Period
Enrollment September 16, 2024
Period II
Application Period April 11, 2024 to April 25, 2024
Announcement of
June 11, 2024
successful applicants
Enrollment Procedure
June 11, 2024 to June 21, 2024
Period
Enrollment September 16, 2024
<Important> The above dates are based on Japan Standard Time.
Applicants can only apply for one of the GBP, SCOPE, and IGESS programs in the same application period.
However, in the case that you plan to apply for GIS, you can choose one program from the other three (GBP,
SCOPE, and IGESS) and apply for it in addition to GIS application in the same application period.

3. Faculty, Department, and the Number of Accepted Students

30 students for the Institute for Global Economics and Social Sciences, Faculty of Economics

4. Screening Method and Fee

The screening is based on application documents (Statement of Purpose, high school transcripts, results of
English proficiency tests, and other relevant documents).
Screening Fee: 20,000 JPY
Method of payment: Pay the fee using a credit card through online application. See 6. How to Apply for details.
・A transaction fee of 990 JPY is required upon payment.
・The screening fee is non-refundable.
[Note]
If applicants reside in one of the countries listed as “Least Developed Countries” or “Other Low Income
Countries” on the “DAC List of ODA Recipients” (http://www.oecd.org/dac/financing-sustainable-
development/development-finance-standards/daclist.htm) and hold the nationality of one of those countries,
the applicants may be exempted from paying the screening fee.
In such cases, please contact [email protected] before the first day of the application period. Once the
application period starts, the applicants are not eligible for the exemption in any cases.

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 5. Application Eligibility
Applicants must satisfy the following qualifications from (1) to (3):

(1) Applicants who qualify for either of the following requirements [1] and [2]:
[1] Applicants who have completed or are expected to complete 12 years of formal education in a country besides
Japan before enrollment 1 and have qualifications for admission into a college program in the home country or
equivalent. The qualifications which Hosei University recognizes depend on educational systems. (Please refer to the
following “List of recognized qualifications” for more details.)

1 This includes:
(i) Applicants who have skipped a grade and completed a 12-year curriculum in less than 12 years.
(ii) Applicants who completed formal college-preparatory education of less than 12 years in a country besides Japan in
addition to a preparatory program in an educational institution in Japan accredited by the Minister of Education, Culture,
Sports, Science and Technology of Japan(MEXT).
(iii) Applicants who have completed a curriculum of 11-year or longer at an overseas school designated by MEXT.
Note: Please refer to “Admissions eligibility in Japan’s universities” of MEXT for other eligibilities.

[2] Applicants who have graduated or are expected to graduate from a high school in Japan and satisfy either of
the following requirements:
a. Applicants who graduated or are expected to graduate from a high school or midlevel education
program before enrollment;
b. Applicants who have completed or are expected to complete 12 years of formal education before
enrollment; or
c. Applicants who are certified to have fulfilled the same or higher academic requirements as high school
graduates based on Article 150 of the Enactment of the School Education Law or Applicants who are
expected to receive such certification before enrollment.

(2) Applicants who have a strong desire to study in the Institute for Global Economics and Social Sciences.

(3) Applicants who satisfy one of the following English proficiency tests score conditions; TOEFL®, IELTS, or
TOEIC® L&R+S&W. (No recommended score is set for the English proficiency tests, but applicants must have
sufficient English proficiency to participate in classes taught in English.)
※
IGESS does not accept either TOEFL® iBT Home Edition, TOEFL My Best Score, IELTS Indicator or IELTS Online.

Note: Applicants who satisfy either of the following requirements are not required to submit proof of English
proficiency:
a. Undertaken their most recent 6 years of formal education in the English language in Australia, Canada,
Ireland, New Zealand, Singapore, the United Kingdom, or the United States (except international schools)*
b. Obtain or will obtain an IB Diploma (English A: LIT or English A: LAL)
* Hosei University may request evidence that education at the applicants’ school was delivered in English.

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List of recognized qualifications
a. Applicants who have completed or are expected to complete 12 years of formal education in a country besides Japan before enrollment
must have qualifications below depending on educational systems.
Note:
If the educational system is based on a country different from the high school location, please submit qualification documents based on the
educational system.
Example: If an applicant have graduated from a high school based on American educational system in Japan, he/she must submit qualification
documents based on the American standard.
Educational system Qualification Documents to prove applicant’s qualification

China Have completed a standard 12-year education curriculum. High school graduate certificate or completion certificate

Korea Have completed a standard 12-year education curriculum. High school graduate certificate or completion certificate
Taiwan Have completed a standard 12-year education curriculum. High school graduate certificate or completion certificate
Vietnam Have completed a standard 12-year education curriculum. High school graduate certificate or completion certificate

High school graduate certificate or completion certificate

Submission of the following scores is recommended.
United States of America Have completed a standard 12-year education curriculum. Official score of SAT Reasoning Test or ACT
SAT score direct report code: 3686
ACT score direct report code: 0607

・Have sat for the provincial standardized examination and have Completion certificate issued by a provincial government
passed and obtained credits of the required courses for university High school graduate certificate or completion certificate
admission. if the applicant’s high school is based in the province
Canada
・If the applicant’s high school is based in the province which does not which does not have a provincial standardized
have a provincial standardized examination, the applicant must examination.
obtain the high school graduate certificate.
Have passed (a) GCE Advanced Level three subjects OR (b) GCE
United Kingdom Advanced Level two subjects and GCE Advanced Subsidiary Level two Grade certificate of the GCE test
subjects (total of four subjects)
・Have sat for the state standardized examination; having obtained Completion certificate issued by a state government
NSW Higher School Certificate, VIC Certificate of Education, and so (High school graduate certificate or completion certificate
on. if the applicant’s high school is based in the state which
Australia
・If the applicant’s high school is based in the province which does not does not have a state standardized examination.
have a state standardized examination, the applicant must obtain the
high school graduate certificate.
Have fulfilled university admission requirements (UE: University Certified Record of Achievement showing results that
Entrance), including NCEA (National Certificate of Education include NCEA Level 3.
New Zealand Achievement) Level 3. If NCEA Level 3 (New Zealand) cannot be obtained by the
(A graduation certificate from a high school in New Zealand alone is application deadline, provide a certificate of expected
not enough for the application.) record of achievement by the graduating high school.
France Have passed the French baccalauréat Transcript showing French baccalauréat results
Germany Have passed the Abitur Transcript showing Abitur results
Have completed a standard 12-year education curriculum. High school graduate certificate or completion certificate
*If your school education is less than 12-year due to the national
Other educational systems
education system, etc., please contact the Hosei University Admissions
Center.

b. Applicants who have specific qualifications below are eligible for the application no matter whether applicants have completed or are
expected to complete 12 years of formal education in a country besides Japan before enrollment.
Educational system Qualification Documents to prove applicant’s qualification
International schools
Graduate certificate or completion certificate of the
accredited by WASC, ACSI or Have completed 12-year curriculum in the accredited school.
school
CIS.
French baccalauréat Have passed the French baccalauréat Transcript showing French baccalauréat results
Abitur Have passed the Abitur Transcript showing Abitur results
International Baccalaureate Transcript showing results of six subjects at the last exam
Have obtained IB Diploma.
(IB) and the IB Diploma.
・Have sat for (a) GCE Advanced Level three subjects OR (b) GCE
GCE Advanced Level Advanced Level two subjects and GCE Advanced Subsidiary Level two Grade certificate of the GCE test
subjects (total of four subjects)
 Copies of certificates issued by a national government or state government are accepted only when the copies are certified to be accurate and
sealed in an envelope by the high school of an applicant.
 Certificates are required for all requirements.
 Applicants may apply for admission if they are expected to satisfy the above requirements. However, enrollments are cancelled if applicants
are not able to satisfy the requirements at the time of enrollment.

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 6. How to Apply
Period I
Application Period February 26, 2024 to March 8, 2024

Online Application Website: https://www.guide.52school.com/guidance/net-hosei-ebdp/

Period II
Application Period April 11, 2024 to April 25, 2024

Online Application Website: https://www.guide.52school.com/guidance/net-hosei-ebdp/

The applicant must complete the following application process by the deadline (the final day of the application
period). The application process starts with an online application available from 10:00 am on the first day of the
application period. Note that the application is not completed only online because the applicant must send
application documents by post to Hosei University.
Before starting an application
Make sure to check all the information on this guideline and prepare the application as follows in advance of the
online application.
(1) Prepare systems and devices for the online application. Refer to
https://www.guide.52school.com/guidance/net-hosei-ebdp/ for details.
(2) Start arranging application documents well in advance. Refer to “7. Application Documents” for details.
(3) Prepare a photo file to upload. Note that this photo will be used for the application and the student ID after
enrollment. The file requirements are followings:
Photo Size: 304pixel by 304pixel (Applicants can trim the photo to this size when uploading on the system.)
File Format: jpg
File Size: 1 KB to 5MB
Others:
- The photo must be taken against a plain background. In the photo, the applicant should look
straight ahead.
- The photo must be unretouched and not differ significantly from the applicant's normal facial
features (Edited photos are not acceptable.).
- Photos of the applicant wearing caps or sunglasses will not be accepted.
- Unclear photos and photos that do not clearly identify the applicant because of hairstyles or for
other reasons will not be accepted.
- The photo must clearly show the applicant’s eyes for accurate identification.
Application Process
Access the application website and start the online application by clicking the“My Page” button.
(https://www.guide.52school.com/guidance/net-hosei-ebdp/)

Follow the steps below.

※Some descriptions in the screenshots may vary from the actual application website※
(1) Create your My Page account
Refer to the below screen pictures and create your My Page account by entering your email address.
A confirmation email is sent once the registration is completed. Go to the URL in the email.

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(2) Register your personal information and photograph

Click “Proceed“ buttons to register your personal information

and upload your photograph. Note that the applicant must
stick the printed photo to the application form in addition to
uploading the photo.

(3) Select the admission category and complete the payment

Keep proceed and then complete the payment. The screening fee is non-refundable.

The amount of payment: 20,000 JPY (Plus a service charge of 990 JPY is required upon payment.)
Types of accepted credit card

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 (4) Upload the “Self-introduction video” and “Essay”
Please be advised that the “Essay” might be called in other names such as “Statement of Purpose” or
“Statement of reasons” depending on the applied program.

Caution
Please be aware that the uploaded files
cannot be replaced after clicking the Acceptable Format
"Complete" button. 【Essay】
.docx, .txt
【Self-introduction Video】
mp4, mov, .mpg, .avi, .wmd, .wmv

(5) Print the “Enrollment Request Form”

The Enrollment Request Form is then automatically displayed. Make sure that the uploaded photo is shown
properly on the form then print it out. The form is a part of application documents submitted by post.

(6) Submission of application documents

Send all application documents together to Hosei University by post. Refer to “7. Application documents”.
For applications submitted in Japan: these must be postmarked by the deadline.
For applications submitted from overseas: these must arrive by the deadline.

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 7. Application Documents
Refer to the following “(1) “Notes on preparing application documents” and “(2) “List of Application Documents”
and then prepare all of the application documents. After completing the online application and the payment of
the screening fee, please mail the application documents to Hosei University, taking note of the following:
1. Mailing from within Japan
Paste the "Mailing Label" on the surface of 240mm x 332mm envelope(角 2 封筒), include all documents,
and mail by "registered mail(簡易書留)". Applications will not be accepted if the postmark date is after the
application deadline. In addition, please be sure to use "express registered mail(速達･簡易書留)" when
mailing from within Japan on the day before or on the day of the deadline.
2. If mailed from outside of Japan
Please send by EMS, DHL, or other international mail or courier service that can confirm delivery status. On
the front of the envelope, please paste the "Mailing Label" on the envelope. If it is difficult to affix the label,
please enclose it inside the envelope. Please note that applications from overseas must arrive by the
deadline, so please allow enough time for delivery.

Mail to: IGESS Office, Academic Affairs Department, Hosei University

2-17-1 Fujimi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-8160 Japan

(1) Notes on preparing application documents

 Certificates submitted from high schools must be written in English or Japanese. Translation is required for
other languages. Translation must be provided by a school official or an official agency such as embassy or
consulate.
 If there is lack of documents, applications will not be accepted. Please check all the following documents
before sending them.
 Original documents must be submitted unless otherwise specifically stated. An application will be rejected if
copies are submitted for documents for which originals are required. If only one original document is issued,
use either of the following options from A to C.
A. Submit a certified copy verifying that the document is a replica of the original issued from the high
school where the applicant was enrolled.
B. Bring an original document to Hosei University Admissions Center before submitting an application and
receive a copy containing the seal as a certified true copy from Hosei University. Submit it instead of the
original document.
C. Submit the original document in the set of application documents and have it returned from Hosei
University Admissions Center later. Enclose a letter stating that the original document needs to be returned.
If the applicant requests that the document be returned to overseas, include the mailing address, name, and
FedEx account number on the return request letter. Contact Hosei University Admissions Center if the
original document needs to be returned immediately.
 At the time of application, applicants may submit a certificate of expected graduation, college admission, or
various other certifications, but must submit a certificate showing that they have acquired the qualifications
prior to enrollment.

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(2) List of Application Documents

Required
(●)
Application documents Note
for All
Applicants
Applicants must use the application form designated by Hosei University.
The application form can be printed from the website and must be filled by
(1) Application form ●
hand. Refer to (3) Important points for completing the application form for
details.
The enrollment request form is available for printing after completing
(2) Enrollment request
● online application and paying the screening fee.
form
Online application is available only during the application period.
- Paste your photo on the application form.
- The photo should be 4 cm long and 3 cm wide (A color photo of the
applicant taken within three months of the application), borderless, and
taken against a plain background. In the photo, the applicant should look
straight ahead.
- The photo must be unretouched and not differ significantly from the
applicant's normal facial features (Edited photos are not acceptable.).
- The photo wearing caps or sunglasses will not be accepted.
- Unclear photos, such as snapshots and digital photos, and photos that
(3) Photo do not clearly identify the applicant because of hairstyle or for other
(4 cm long by 3 cm ● reasons will not be accepted.
wide) - Write the applicant’s name on the back of the photo.
- Provide a photo clearly showing the applicant’s eyes for accurate
identification.
- A photo, which is significantly different from the face shown in the
introduction video is not acceptable.
- If the university considers that the photo and the face shown in the
introduction video is significantly different, the university will request
the applicant to submit a different photo.
- Take a photo with glasses if the applicant wears glasses in the
introduction video.
(4) High school graduation
Submit a document stating the reasons for not having a high school
certificate (certificate
● graduation certificate (certificate of expected graduation) if such certificate
of expected
cannot be issued.
graduation)
[1] Submit official transcripts for the high school program (for three years)
(5) Official transcripts for with grade representation (scale). Submit transcripts for three years even
the entire period of if the applicant enrolled in multiple schools for high school. Submit a
high school education certificate of enrollment for the applicable period if an official transcript
*Chosasho (grade ● cannot be issued for reasons such as the period of enrollment in a high
reports) if you school was too short to issue a transcript.
graduate from a high [2] If no transcript is available because of the educational system in the
school in Japan applicant’s country, submit original copies of documents (reports)
showing grades and evaluations for academic terms.

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(6) From schools you
attended in Japan
If the applicant graduated from (or is currently enrolled in/partially
after high school:
attended) a school(s) in Japan (college, junior college, language school, etc.)
・ Graduation
after high school, submit graduation certificate(s) (certificate(s) of
certificate(s) and
enrollment if the applicant is still in the school) and transcript(s) from the
transcript(s) (if you
school(s) in addition to certificate(s) from the high school(s) listed in (4)
have already
and (5).
graduated)
・ Certificate(s) of
If the applicant graduated from (or is currently enrolled in/partially
enrollment and
attended) a Japanese language school(s), ask the school(s) to issue a
transcript(s) (if you
transcript(s) and an attendance certificate(s) and submit them.
are currently
・ Submit an official certificate(s) bearing the official seal(s) of the school.
enrolled in or
Certificate(s) issued by students are not acceptable.
partially attended)
・ Submit a certificate(s) from each school if you attended two or more
・ Attendance
schools.
certificate(s) (if you
・ Ask the school(s) to provide information for the entire period that you
attended a
attended the school.
Japanese language
school(s))
*Submit this certificate by thoroughly checking the List of Recognized
Qualifications to see whether you need to submit this certificate.
 Submit an original certificate.
(7) Certificate
 Copies of certificates issued by a national government or state
concerning
government are accepted only when the copies are certified as accurate
qualification for
and sealed in an envelope by your high school.
admission to college
 Submit a certificate of a college admission qualification test (e.g. SAT and
(Certificate of
National Higher Education Entrance Examination) if you have taken one.
prospective
Applicants who completed a preparatory educational program at an
qualification for
educational institution accredited by the Minister of Education, Culture,
admission to college)
Sports, Science and Technology of Japan (as applicable under [1] in the 5.
Application Eligibility (1) on page 4) must submit a (expected) completion
certificate.

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 a. The university requires letters of recommendation written in either
English or Japanese from two full-time teachers at your current high
school or the high school you graduated from.
The letters of recommendation must have been written no more than six
months prior to the application.
b. Use the form designated by Hosei University. Print out the form from the
website.
c. The recommender must sign or put a seal in the signature space at the
bottom of the letter of recommendation.
d. Once the letter of recommendation is written, the recommender must
enclose the letter in an envelope, then seal and sign across the flap.
(See the diagram below.)

(8) Two letters of

●
recommendation
*Any envelope is fine.

The applicant must submit a copy of the passport (must include photo,
(9) Copy of passport ● applicant's name, date of birth, passport number and expiry date).
If applicants hold dual citizenship, both passport copies must be submitted.
The applicants must submit an official score from one of the following tests:
TOEFL® iBT, IELTS or TOEIC®. Results of tests taken within two years from the
first day of the application period are acceptable. The applicants must
complete the direct sending procedure by the end of the application period.
Direct delivery before the start of the application period are also accepted.
< TOEFL® iBT >
The applicants are required both to submit “Test Taker Score Report”
and to order "Official Score Report (Institutional Score Report)" following
(10) Documents showing
the two steps below.
English language ●
(Step1) Enclose “Test Taker Score Report”
proficiency
Enclose a photocopy of the "Test Taker Score Report" when sending the
application documents.
(Step2) Request “Official Score Report” sent to Hosei University
Request ETS (Educational Testing Service) to send the "Official Score
Report (Institutional Score Report)" directly to Hosei University by the
end of the application period.
(NOTE: The Institution Code for Hosei University in TOEFL® is 0407.)
・ TOEFL®ITP (testing for groups) is not acceptable.

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 ・ TOEFL®iBT Home Edition is not acceptable.
・ My Best™ scores are not admissible.
< IELTS >
The applicants must submit the original “Test Report Form” by one of
the following methods, a or b :
a. Enclose the original "Test Report Form" when sending the application
documents.
b. Request Institution of IELTS to send the "Test Report Form" directly to
Hosei University by the end of the application period. In that case
enclose a photocopy of the "Test Report Form" when sending the
application documents.
※Please write the below address in case it is necessary to fill in.
Hosei University Admissions Center, 2-17-1 Fujimi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-8160, Japan
※A reference number is not required to enter.
(NOTE)
・ Only the Academic Module is acceptable.
・ IELTS Online is not acceptable.
・ E-Delivery is acceptable.
< TOEIC® >
・ Applicants must submit the original Official Score Certificate of TOEIC®
L&R and TOEIC®S&W.
・ TOEIC®IP (testing for groups) is not acceptable.
Areas to Cover
Address the following questions in your Statement:
・Reasons for applying to Hosei University
・What the applicant would like to study in IGESS program

Format, Form, Length and Writing Style

・Format: Must be prepared in the designated format. (.docx or .txt).
・Use the form designated by Hosei University. Print the form from the
(11) Statement of Purpose university website.
*Applicants required The statement must be an 800-1000 word essay written in English.
●
both to submit a print The applicants required both to submit a print and data.
and data *If the print and the data have different contents, we cannot accept your
Statement of Purpose. Submit so that the contents are the same.
(Step1) Enclose a printout
Enclose a printout of it when sending the application documents.
(Step2) Upload on “My Page”
Upload the data on “My Page”.
If .docx data is not available, please upload in .txt data.
・How to upload “Statement of Purpose”: Please refer to 6.How to
Apply:(4) Upload the “Self-introduction video” and “Essay”

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 Areas to Cover:
You should consider addressing the following questions when preparing a
self-introduction video:
・What are your strengths and weaknesses based on your own
experiences?
・How do you intend to challenge yourself at Hosei University?
・What do you hope to accomplish in your professional life upon
graduation?

(12) Self-introduction
Format, Length and How to Upload:
video
● ・Format: Must be one that can be played using Windows Media Player
*Applicants must
(.mov, .mp4, .mpg, .avi, .wmd, .wmv).
upload on “My page
・Length: 2.5 to 3 minutes
・Language: English only
・The face of the applicant must be shown in the video at all times.
・Video editing, such as voice-overs, cutting and pasting of scenes, etc., is
prohibited.
・Make sure the video and the audio is in synchronization.
・Avoid excessive video editing. Face editing is not acceptable as well.
・How to upload the video: Please refer to 6.How to Apply: (4) Upload the
“Self-introduction video” and “Essay”

SAT or ACT score submission is strongly recommended if an applicant has

one. Official score reports for SAT or ACT sent directly to Hosei University
(13) SAT/ACT Score should reach the university by the application deadline (sending score
(Optional) reports before the official application period is acceptable).
SAT score direct report code: 3686
ACT score direct report code: 0607

(14) Documents related to

the application for
This procedure is required only when the applicants requests Hosei
the status of
University to apply as an agent for the status of residence in Japan. Please
residence in Japan by
refer to 12. Acquisition of Student Residence Status and submit required
an agent
documents.
*Only for non-
Japanese nationals
(15) Copy of your
Residence Card (在留
If you live in Japan and have a status of residence, please submit a copy of
カード)
your Residence Card (must include the back side).
*Only for non-
Japanese nationals
Please complete the check list to make sure no documents and materials
(16) Application Checklist ●
are missing.
Please fill out the required information and affix it to the front of the
(17) Mailing Label ●
envelope containing the application documents and send it by mail.

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 (3) Important points for completing the application form
i. Applicants must fill out the necessary information using a black or blue pen (ink); refer to the sample on
the next page. Use whiteout or correction tape to correct mistakes.
ii. Fill out the form carefully in BLOCK LETTERS.
iii. Fill in FULL NAME in Roman with the same name as printed on the passport.
 The Admissions Center cannot identify an applicant if the name on the application form differs from
the name provided on the certificates. Such application documents will be rejected; thus, all applicants
must make sure that the name is the same.
 Fill in NAME in Kanji / 漢字 if the Chinese characters of the applicant’s name is known.
 Fill in NAME in Kata Kana / フリガナ if the Japanese pronunciation of the applicant’s name is known.
iv. Fill in the birthdate based on the Western calendar. Do not use nengo or any other country-specific
calendar.
v. Fill in the address and room number if the applicant lives in an apartment or condominium in the home
country. Fill in the mobile phone number and e-mail address if available.
Note: Hosei University will contact applicants using an e-mail address on the application form until the
enrollment. Please write the e-mail address which will be valid until then.
vi. Enter the country of Citizenship in the NATIONALITY.
vii. If applicant holds Japanese citizenship, the Japanese nationality must be used. If applicants hold dual
citizenship, check “Yes” in the dual citizenship space and enter the other country of citizenship. Enter the
nationality applicants wish to apply for when entering Japan in the nationality space and enter the other in
the dual nationality space. If the dual nationality includes Japanese nationality, the Japanese one will be
given priority at Hosei University.
viii. Fill in the name of parents, or legal guardian in the GUARDIAN.
ix. Provide an emergency contact number of a person other than the applicant who resides in Japan.
x. Describe educational background completed from elementary school to the present school in the
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND. Describe the expected graduation date and number of years in enrollment if
an applicant is now enrolled in a school. Please include Japanese language schools as well (If any). List
Japanese language schools in this space. Applicants who have completed (or are expected to complete) a
college preparation program for non-Japanese speakers must list the name of the program. Do not list
cram schools (juku) or preparatory schools (yobiko). Note that schools enrolled in after high school cannot
be listed in the educational background space if such schools cannot issue certificates of graduation (or
enrollment).
xi. If applicants have experience, describe extracurricular activities such as volunteering, internship.
Applicants do not need to submit a certificate of extracurricular activities
xii. Sign documents to confirm that all information provided is true and correct.
xiii. Fill in the applicant’s name and NAME in Kata Kana / フリガナ (if available) on the second page as well.

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 EXAMPLE
2024 Academic Year Hosei University Application Form
2024 年度 法政大学出願フォーム
FACULTY DEPARTMENT
FACULTY/ Applicant number

DEPARTMENT
Economics Economics 受験番号

志望学部・学科
*To be filled out by the office.
FULL NAME/氏名 FIRST MIDDLE LAST
Roman Paste a Color PHOTO
英字 Fazheng WEN here
*as shown in passport
(1) Unretouched
Kata Kana (2) No caps /sunglasses
フリガナ Plain Background
*if applicable (3)Taken within three months
Kanji 4x3cm
漢字 法政 文
*if applicable

DATE OF BIRTH YEAR MONTH DAY AGE

生年月日 XXXX XX XX 年齢 18

CURRENT
MAILING 105,200,Nan Chang Lu, Shanghai Shi, XXXXXX China
ADDRESS
PHONE No. +86-21-456XXXX MOBILE PHONE No. +86-1390-123XXXX
IN ENGLISH
E-mail×××××@×××××. ××.cn
英字現住所

HOME ADDRESS
105,200,Nan Chang Lu, Shanghai Shi, XXXXXX China
本国住所
PHONE No. +86-21-456XXXX MOBILE PHONE No. +86-1390-123XXXX
DUAL NATIVE
NATIONALITY ☐ No
Chinese CITIZENSHIP LANGUAGE Chinese
国籍 二重国籍 ☑ Yes, Korean 母語
Peike WEN RELATIONSHIP
GUARDIAN FULL NAME
TO APPLICANT Father
保護者 氏名
続柄
FULL NAME or RELATIONSHIP
PERSON TO
CONTACT IN SCHOOL NAME
*Enter information only if an
TO APPLICANT
CASE OF
EMERGENCY 氏名または学校名 関係
ADDRESS
emergency contact besides the
本人以外の
日本在住の方 住所
PHONE No.
applicant is present in Japan.
の緊急連絡先
電話番号
1/2

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 NAME in Kata Kana
フリガナ
NAME in Roman FAZHENG WEN
氏 名 (Print)Block Letter only

NAME OF INSTITUTION COUNTRY PERIOD OF ATTENDANCE YEARS

学校名 所在国 在学期間 年数
mm/yyyy ～ mm/yyyy 5years
Shanghai FaFa elementary school China 9 / 2012 ～ 07 / 2018 10months
EDUCATIONAL Shanghai Zhengzheng junior high
BACKGROUND 2years
China 9 / 2018 ～ 07 / 2021
FROM school 10months
ELEMENTARY
SCHOOL 9 / 2021 ～ 07 / 2024 2years
TILL NOW Shanghai Zhengzheng high school China 10months
（Graduation expected）

学 歴 years
/ ～ / months
（小学校から
現在まで） years
/ ～ / months
【Note】
*Include the years
/ ～ / months
Japanese
language years
school. / ～ / months
*Exclude a
preparatory years
school and cram / ～ / months
school.
years
/ ～ / months
TOTAL YEARS (FROM ELEMENTARY TILL PRESENT) years
小学校から現在までの合計在学期間 ※To be filled out by the office. months

Extracurricular years
/ ～ / months
Activities
e.g. volunteering,
internship, etc.
years
課外活動 / ～ / months

NAME OF COUNTRY PERIOD

COMPANY/EMPLOYER YEARS
勤務先 所在国 在職期間 年数
EMPLOYMENT
mm/yyyy ～ mm/yyyy years
HISTORY
/ ～ / months
職歴
years
/ ～ / months
MILITARY
SERVICE m/ y ～ m/ y（ months years）
兵歴

I hereby declare that the above-mentioned statements are all true and correct.
以上についてすべて真実であり、正しいことをここに誓います。
YEAR MONTH DATE SIGNATURE
xxxx 年 xx 月 xx 日 本人署名 FAZHENG WEN
2/2

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 8. Notes on Application
 The Admissions Center will not accept certificates that are not identifiable as belonging to an applicant due
to a discrepancy in the name that the applicant provides on documents and the name stated on
certificates. Confirm the name with the offices that issue certificates before the application. Specifically for
those applying from South Korea: Discrepancies in the spelling of a name is often found between the name
provided by applicants and the name on official documents, including certificates of graduation and
certificates and notification of transcripts. Be sure to confirm that the spelling used for a name is the same
on all certificates and documents before applying. Complete online application, payment of the screening
fee, and mailing application documents during the application period. Completing only online application
does not mean completion of the application procedure. The application procedure is completed when
Hosei University receives all application documents.
 Applicants cannot cancel an application once it is submitted.
 Applicants from outside of Japan should send the documents well in advance so that they are received in
enough time to be processed.
 The applicant is not allowed to change the faculty or department after submitting the application.
 Documents submitted to Hosei University are not returned unless requested beforehand (see 7.(1)).
Documents cannot be replaced.
 Applicants with disabilities who require special consideration for learning must contact Hosei University
before starting the application process (before making online application).

*In the case of the following, the screening fee is refundable.

1. The applicant has paid the screening fee but has not applied (has not submitted the application documents).
2. The applicant has paid the screening fee but has not satisfied the application eligibility.
* As for the screening fee refund, Hosei University will inform those who are eligible for refund via registered
email address given at the time of application.

[Policies in case any false statements or misconduct relating to the application are found]
(1) If a false statement or misconduct is discovered during the period between the application process and the
announcement of successful applicants, Hosei University will disqualify the applicant and will not refund the
screening fee.
(2) If a false statement or misconduct is discovered during the period between the announcement of successful
applicants and the official enrollment, Hosei University will deny the admission and will not refund the
screening fee. If a denied applicant has completed the payment of the whole amount required for the
official enrollment, Hosei University will refund the school fees, excluding the admission fee.
(3) If a false statement or misconduct is discovered after the official enrollment date, Hosei University will
revoke the admission and there will be no refund of any fee an applicant has paid.

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[Policies in case of failing to fulfill the application or enrollment requirements before the official enrollment
date]
(1) Admission will be denied if an applicant who has passed the screening then fails to fulfill the application or
enrollment requirements before the official enrollment date.
(2) Any school fees paid, excluding the admission fee, will be refunded to an applicant whose admission is
denied due to failing to fulfill the application or enrollment requirements before the official enrollment. In
the case of an applicant who has paid school fees finding it impossible to fulfill the application or enrollment
requirements before the official enrollment, please contact the International Admissions Office at Hosei
University immediately.

9. Announcement of Successful Applicants

Period I
Announcement of successful applicants 10:00 AM on April 23, 2024
Period II
Announcement of successful applicants 10:00 AM on June 11, 2024
Click the “Announcement of Successful Applicants” button on “My Page” to check the result. The result may be
checked from 10:00 am on the day the results are announced to the due date for completing the enrollment
procedures.

- Telephone inquiries are not permitted.

- Contact us ([email protected]) if you cannot check the result.
The successful applicants can access our online enrollment procedure system with the applicant number and the
date of birth. Refer to “10. Enrollment Procedure” for details.

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 10. Enrollment Procedure
Period I
Enrollment Procedure Period April 23, 2024 to May 28, 2024
Enrollment Procedure Fee 853,000 JPY
Online Enrollment Procedure System https://hosei-enroll.jp/
Period II
Enrollment Procedure Period June 11, 2024 to June 21, 2024
Enrollment Procedure Fee 853,000 JPY
Online Enrollment Procedure System https://hosei-enroll.jp/
The successful applicants must register the required information through our online enrollment procedure
system (See the following image of the login page) and pay the enrollment procedure fee no later than the final
date of enrollment procedure period. Please refer to https://www.guide.52school.com/guidance/net-hosei-
ebdp/ and click ‘How to Enroll’ tab for more details.

The image of the login page for our online enrollment procedure system (https://hosei-enroll.jp/)
* The image is subject to change.

Note:
- Acceptance to the university will be cancelled if an applicant fails to complete the procedures before the
deadline regardless of circumstances.
- Certificate of Admission is issued upon request to applicants who have successfully completed the
enrollment procedures. Check the Enrollment Procedure and Flow on how to receive the Certificate of
Admission.
- The amount to be paid as part of the enrollment procedure (Enrollment Procedure Fee) includes the
admission fee, the tuition and the education enhancement fee for the 1st semester (half of the annual
amount), and other associated costs. Refer to 11. School Fee for details.
- The amount to be paid after enrollment is the tuition and the education enhancement fee for the 2nd
semester (the other half of the annual amount). Refer to 11. School Fee for details.

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- The Enrollment Procedure Fee is not refundable if an applicant fails to satisfy the requirements specified in
the school regulations, such as failing to obtain the status of residence in Japan and cannot reside in Japan
after enrollment.

11. School Fee

(For students enrolling in 2024)
<Unit: JPY>

1st year 2nd year 3rd year 4th year

Admission fee 240,000 -- -- --

Tuition 968,000 968,000 968,000 968,000
Education Enhancement Fee 228,000 228,000 228,000 228,000
Others 15,000 9,000＊1 9,000＊1 39,000＊1＊2
Total 1,451,000 1,205,000 1,205,000 1,235,000

＊1
For 2nd to 4th year students, approximately 9,000 JPY needs to be paid for various related expenses as noted
above. The above amount of the expenses is subject to change and will be determined during that year.
＊2
4th year students also need to pay 30,000 JPY for membership in the alumni association which all graduates
are automatically enrolled in.

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10. Important points for completing the application form
12. Acquisition of Student Residence Status
Non-Japanese students must obtain the residence status in order to study in a college or university in Japan.
Students cannot be enrolled in a college or university with the status of residence as Temporary Visitor. Students
can be admitted to a college or university with the status of residence as Dependent or Long-term Resident. Yet,
students with the status of residence other than Student are not eligible for assistance programs or scholarships
for international students.

1. Applicants who reside outside of Japan at the time of enrollment procedure

Applicants who reside outside of Japan at the time of the enrollment procedure must select either of the
following for application.

(1) Applicants who request Hosei University to apply as an agent

Hosei University applies for the Certificate of Eligibility, which is required for a student visa, if an applicant
does not have an agent to do so (a sponsor or a relative who pays living expenses in Japan). In such cases, send
the following documents required for the procedure to Hosei University along with application documents at
the time of application. Hosei University does not submit an agent application if the required documents are
not enclosed at the time of the application. Hosei University does not return admission fees even when an
applicant fails to obtain a student visa and cannot be enrolled in Hosei University.
Applicants must understand that the Certificate of Eligibility may not be issued even when Hosei University
applies for it as an agent. Hosei University does not return documents submitted to the university regardless
of whether an applicant is accepted or rejected.
Hosei University requests the submission of these documents at the time of application because it will be too
late to start the application procedure after enrollment; the timing is irrelevant to the acceptance or rejection in
the screening.
*Hosei University cannot submit an agent application if the documents have mistakes or insufficient information.

◆Documents required for the application procedure

[1] Request Form for COE Application by Hosei University
[2] One photo
[3] Copy of your passport (the page with a photo)
[4] Others (See Note.)
*Make sure to send all of the documents above with application documents.

(2) Applicants who request someone living in Japan to apply as an agent

Send one photo of the applicant to the person who serves as the agent for the application and request the
following ①, ②, and ③. The agent must be a sponsor who pays the living expenses in Japan or a relative
living in Japan.
① The agent who received the Certificate of Admission must immediately submit the following documents
to the Immigration Bureau and apply for the Certificate of Eligibility as an agent of the applicant to apply
for a student visa. (All documents must be prepared within the past six months.)
[1] Application for Certificate of Eligibility (three pages of the form designated by the Immigration Bureau
to be completed by the applicant and two pages to be filled in by the organization to which the
applicant belongs)

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 * Hosei University fills in the last two pages (to be filled in by the organization to which the applicant
belongs). Apply for this procedure at Hosei University well in advance before the application at the
Immigration Bureau.
* The entry form is available on the Immigration Bureau website for download.
Immigration Bureau website: http://www.immi-moj.go.jp/
(Entry form: https://www.moj.go.jp/isa/content/930004044.pdf)
[2] One photo (paste a photo 4 cm long and 3 cm wide onto the application [1].)
[3] A self-addressed stamped envelope (paste a 404 JPY stamp for registered mail onto the envelope and
write the address of the agent to which the Certificate of Eligibility is sent.)
[4] Others (See Note.)
② The Immigration Bureau usually sends the Certificate of Eligibility to an agent about 1.5 months after the
application. The agent who received the Certificate of Eligibility must immediately send it to the applicant
using international express mail so that the applicant can apply for a student visa.
③ The applicant must present the Certificate of Eligibility and a passport to a nearest Japanese Embassy or
Consulate and receive a student visa.
2. Applicants who reside in Japan at the time of the enrollment procedure
Applicants living in Japan who received the Certificate of Admission must immediately bring a passport,
residence card, or alien registration certificate to the nearby Immigration Bureau and apply for the status of
student residence.
(1) For those who have the “dependent” or other status to apply for the “Student” residence status
Prepare the following documents. (These documents must be prepared within the previous six months.)
[1] Application for permission to change the status of residence (three pages of the form designated by the
Immigration Bureau to be filled in by the applicant and two pages to be filled in by the organization to
which the applicant belongs)
[2] The Certificate of Admission or its copy (The original must be presented in order to use a copy.)
[3] Others (See Note.)
(2) For those who have the “Temporary Visitor” residence status to apply for the “Student” residence status
(also for those who entered Japan from a country with a visa waiver agreement with Japan to apply for the
“Student” residence status):
To apply for changing the status of residence from “Temporary Visitor” to “Student,” the applicant must first
apply for a Certificate of Eligibility as Student at the nearest Immigration Bureau. Once the Certificate of
Eligibility is issued, bring it to the nearest Immigration Bureau to apply for permission to change the status
of residence. If an applicant cannot apply for permission to change the status in Japan, apply for a student
visa at a Japanese Embassy or Consulate outside of Japan as soon as the Certificate of Eligibility is issued.
Attach the following documents (prepared within the past six months) to apply for the Certificate of
Eligibility.
[1] Application for Certificate of Eligibility (three pages of the form designated by the Immigration Bureau to
be filled in by the applicant and two pages to be filled in by an organization to which the applicant
belongs)
* Hosei University prepares the last two pages (completed by the organization to which the applicant
belongs). Apply for this procedure at Hosei University well in advance before application at the
Immigration Bureau.
*The entry form is available on the Immigration Bureau website for download.
Immigration Bureau website: https://www.moj.go.jp/isa/index.html
(Entry form: http://www.moj.go.jp/isa/content/930004044.pdf)

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 [2] One photo (Paste a photo of 4 cm long and 3 cm wide on the application [1].)
[3] A self-addressed stamped envelope (paste a 404 JPY stamp for registered mail onto the envelope and
write a return address to which the Certificate of Eligibility will be sent (Japanese address only).)
[4] Others (See Note.)

Applicants may apply for the Certificate of Eligibility in their home countries without using the agent
application.
NOTE: This process may take several months to obtain a student visa.

Note: Other aspects

- Applicants may be asked to submit documents for financial assistance, tuition and living expenses, or
Applicant History.
- Japanese translations with an official certificate must be attached to submitted documents written in a non-
Japanese language.
- Applicants may be required to submit documents certifying their ability to pay expenses during their stay
depending on the following:
・If applicants pay the expenses by themselves, applicants are required to submit a bank account balance
certificate in the name of the applicants.
・If applicants' financial sponsors such as parents and other relatives pay the expenses, applicants may be
required to submit a bank account balance certificate or a proof of annual income in the name of the
applicants' financial sponsors.
・If applicants receive scholarships to pay the expenses, applicants may be required to submit a certificate
of receiving scholarships which includes how much scholarships they receive, how long they receive
scholarships, and which organization gives scholarships to them.
- The Certificate of Eligibility will not be issued to applicants with dual nationality of Japanese and another.

[Contact information for inquiries concerning the application for status of residence in Japan]
Contact the office below for any uncertainties before applying.
Tokyo Immigration Information Center
5-5-30 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 108-8255 Japan
TEL: 03-5796-7112

Notification of the Accepting Organization

If you attend another school in Japan and enter Hosei University immediately after graduation from that school,
you must submit the “Notification of the Accepting Organization” to Immigration Bureau.
Check the details and follow the procedure below.
https://www.moj.go.jp/isa/content/001351302.pdf

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 13. Housing and Scholarships
- Hosei University does not have a student dormitory or housing owned by the university. However, there are
real estate agencies that offer apartments, dormitories, and flats to international students are posted on the
website of Hosei University. Those who want to use this service must directly contact the real estate agencies.
- A person who rents an apartment usually must have a co-signer who resides in Japan. By paying a deposit
(usually 1/4 to 1/3 of the monthly rent), some real estate agencies allow a rental contract without a co-signer
for those who cannot find a co-signer in Japan. Check the website of Hosei University for details.
[Finding Accommodation]
http://www.hosei.ac.jp/english/admissions/undergraduate/ebdp/finding_accommodation/
- Hosei University has established a scholarship system for students who have financial difficulties paying for
school and students who have produced outstanding results in their studies or other fields. Please check the
details on the following websites.
[International students]
http://www.global.hosei.ac.jp/en/support/scholarships-offered-by-hosei-university/
[Japanese students and permanent residents in Japan]
http://www.hosei.ac.jp/campuslife/shogaku/index.html

(For IGESS students)

IGESS students attend the Ichigaya campus for the first year and a half. Starting in their fourth semester, students
attend the Tama campus for the remaining two and a half years.
It takes about two hours to travel between the two campuses, so it is recommended either that students choose
to live near a train station located between the two campuses or that they move from a location near the
Ichigaya campus to a location near the Tama campus before the fourth semester begins. IGESS students should
consider the three options (A, B, and C) listed below for choosing suitable housing.
Specific information about accommodation and student dormitories will be included in the Enrollment Procedure
Guide enclosed with the student's letter of acceptance, which is sent after the acceptance has been announced.

Option A
Students could live at a residence located between the two campuses to avoid moving before the start of the
fourth semester. However, since it would take approximately one hour each way to travel to the Ichigaya and
Tama campuses, extra transportation expenses would be incurred.

Option B
Students could live at a residence located near the Ichigaya campus for the first year and a half and then move to
a residence located near the Tama campus before the beginning of the fourth semester.

Option C
Students could live in dormitories. There are several dormitories located around both the Ichigaya and the Tama
campuses, which are available to Hosei students on a preferential basis. Homemade breakfast and dinner are
provided every day (except Sundays, summer and winter holidays, etc.), and many dormitories have a kitchen as
well. Dormitory managers are able to assist residents with their daily lives. The cost of staying at a dormitory is

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somewhat higher than renting a private residence. However, there is no need for students to look for a place to
live on their own. Moreover, students would not need to pay any moving expenses between the dormitories
when they move from the Ichigaya campus to the Tama campus at the beginning of the fourth semester.

14.FAQ’s
1. Q: Am I eligible to apply?
- A: Please read 5. Application Eligibility carefully. If you are still unsure, please contact us by email
stating the details of your educational background (country, school name and website, years attended,
etc.)

2. Q: Do you accept transfer students?

- A: Unfortunately, we do not accept transfer students to GIS, GBP, SCOPE and IGESS. All applicants are
considered as freshman applicants.

3. Q: I found a mistake regarding my name on my certificate. Is it still valid?

- A: Please ask your school to reissue it with the correct name.

4. Q: Would it be possible to drop off the application documents in person at your university?
- A: No, all the application documents must be submitted by postal mail.

5. Q: My school does not issue a certificate of graduation. Is it possible to submit my original diploma and
have it returned later?
- A: Please read 7. Application Documents, (1) Notes on preparing application documents. If you still
have questions, please make an inquiry by email.

6. Q: Can I apply for multiple programs from GIS, GBP, SCOPE and IGESS at the same time?
- A: Applicants can only apply for one of the GBP, SCOPE, and IGESS programs in the same application
period. However, in the case that you plan to apply for GIS, you can choose one program from the other
three (GBP, SCOPE, and IGESS) and apply for it in addition to GIS application in the same application
period.

7. Q: What are the English score averages and minimum scores for successful applicants?
- A: We do not provide information on applicants to the public.

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List of contact information

♦ Contact information for inquiries concerning the screening, the qualification for applicants, and the
acquisition of status of residence
IGESS Office, Hosei University
E-mail: [email protected]
(Ichigaya Campus) 2-17-1 Fujimi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-8160 Japan
(Tama Campus) 4342 Aihara-machi, Machida-shi, Tokyo, 194-0298 Japan

♦ Inquiries concerning English proficiency tests

Directly contact each testing organization.

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