
Hosei University
Ichigaya, Tokyo

Hosei University, founded in 1880 as the Tokyo School of Law, is a prestigious private university located in Tokyo, Japan.
Hosei University has three campuses, all situated in Tokyo. Most English-based degree programs are offered at the Ichigaya Campus, which is located in the heart of the city.
Across its three campuses, Hosei University offers 15 faculties and 38 departments and is widely recognized for its excellence in education and research.
A small-group learning environment enables students to actively participate in classes and facilitates deeper learning as well as the smooth acquisition of academic skills.
Hosei University offers four English-based degree programs, through which students can earn their degrees entirely in English.
As all courses in these programs are conducted in English, students without prior Japanese proficiency are able to earn a degree in Japan.
In addition, students have opportunities to study the Japanese language. Even if students cannot speak Japanese at the time of enrollment, they will be able to acquire a basic level of Japanese proficiency and enrich their life in Japan.
Among approximately 800 universities in Japan, Hosei University was selected as one of the Top Global Universities and continues to make strong efforts toward internationalization.
As of 2024, Hosei University is home to 1,717 international students and has partnerships with 262 universities in 50 countries and regions.
With nearly 800 classes conducted in English, the university strives to offer a diverse and globally minded education.
With a large international student population, Hosei University provides a unique opportunity to experience Japanese culture while engaging in meaningful global exchange.
- Available scholarships for internatonal students
https://www.global.hosei.ac.jp/en/students/scholarships/
- About housing
https://www.global.hosei.ac.jp/en/students/currently/life-info/housing/
Highlights
- Highly reputed private university founded in 1880
- Urban location
- Four English-based undergraduate degrees
- Well structured career support system
- Various support for international students, including Japanese language classes

Undegraduate Programs
- GIS (Faculty of Global and Interdisciplinary Studies)
- GBP (Global Business Program)
- SCOPE (Sustainability Co-creation Programme)
- IGESS (Institute for Global Economics and Social Sciences)
https://www.hosei.ac.jp/english/admissions/undergraduate/ebdp/
https://edu.career-tasu.jp/p/digital_pamph/frame.aspx?id=3942400-3-30&cs=1
Graduate Programs
- Global MBA
https://www.im.i.hosei.ac.jp/gmba/
- IIST Institute of Integrated Science and Technology
https://iist.hosei.ac.jp/
Other Programs
Scholarships and Financial Aids
Available scholarships for internatonal students
https://www.global.hosei.ac.jp/en/students/scholarships/















