← All universities
Sophia University
Tokyo, Japan · Urban
Top Global University (SGU)PrivateCoedReligiously affiliated
Acceptance
40.0%
QS World
#800
Tuition/yr
$8,800
Students
13,000
Founded
1913
About
Founded by the Jesuits in 1913, Sophia ('Jochi') is one of Japan's most prestigious private universities and its longest-running home of English-medium liberal arts. The compact Yotsuya campus, steps from the Imperial Palace moat, hosts one of Tokyo's most international student bodies.
- University type
- Private (non-profit)
- Acceptance rate
- 40.0%
- Total enrolment
- 13,000
- Student : faculty
- 16:1
- Founded
- 1913
Courses & majors
Liberal Arts (FLA)International RelationsGlobal StudiesLanguages & LinguisticsEconomicsLawJournalismTheologyScience & Technology (English track)
Cost of studying
Tuition / yr
$8,800
Cost of attendance
$21,500
Application fee
$170
Rankings
#800
QS World
#20
National
Scholarships & financial aid
MEXT, JASSO and Sophia's own new-student scholarships (up to full tuition) are open to international applicants.
Want your real chances at Sophia University?
Create a free TYCHR account for your personalised admit-chance, a shortlist you can track, exact entry requirements, and essay + counselling help.