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The University of Tokyo

College of Arts and Sciences

Programs in English at Komaba (PEAK)

APPLICATION GUIDELINES for October 2013 Enrollment

TABLE OF CONTENTS:

1. Overview of the Application Process – p.2

2. Admissions Policy – p.3

3. Eligibility – p.3

4. Application Fee – p.5

5. Required Documents – p.7

6. Submitting the Application Documents – p.13

7. Additional Documents – p.13

8. Screening Process – p.13

9. Admissions Decision – p.14

10. Enrollment Procedure – p.14

11. Scholarships – p.14

12. Accommodation – p.16

13. University Fees – p.16

14. Fraudulent Statements and Documents – p.16

15. Data Protection – p.17

16. Application Materials – p.17

17. Application Checklist – p.17

18. Contact Information – p.17

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• Dates  (September  18,  2012,  to  October  12,  2012)  • If  you  have  attended  schools  in  Japan  that  are  not  certiAied  by  the  Ministry  of  Education,  Culture,  Sports,  Science,  and  Technology,  you  must  contact  the  university  between  September  18  and  October  12.    • Dates  (November  1,  2012,  to  December  7,  2012)  • Applicants  must  choose  one  of  the  two  streams  of  the  PEAK  programs  (Japan  in  East  Asia  or  Environmental  Sciences)  when  applying  and  will  be  evaluated  in  the  appropriate  stream.    

Stage  1  Application  Period  

• Dates  (December  7,  2012,  to  January  25,  2013)  • Applicants  will  initially  be  assessed  on  their  educational  achievements  (including  English  language  abilities)  and  the  content  of  their  application  essay.    Reviewers  will  also  take  into  consideration  the  evaluation  letters  and  other  materials  submitted  by  the  applicant.  

Stage  2  Document  Review  

• Dates(January  28,  2013,  to  March  31,  2013)  • Selected  applicants  will  then  be  invited  to  attend  an  interview,  held  in  English,  in  their  country  of  residence,  in  principle.    During  this  interview,  the  applicant  may  also  be  asked  to  provide  some  written  answers  to  questions  given  by  the  interviewers.  

Stage  3  Interview  

• Dates  (April    15,  2013)  • Places  for  the  programs  at  the  University  of  Tokyo  will  be  offered  to  successful  applicants.  Merit-­‐based  scholarships  will  be  offered  to  those  who  qualify.    

Stage  4  Acceptance  

• Dates(May  10,  2013)  • Those  who  wish  to  enroll  will  be  asked  to  submit  a  statement  of  intent  declaring  their  intention  to  attend  the  university.  Administrative  procedures  for  preparation  to  study  in    Japan  will  follow.  

Stage  5  Enrollment  Preparation  

1. Overview of the Application Process

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2. Admissions Policy

The University of Tokyo’s Programs in English at Komaba (PEAK) seeks to admit a select number of students who exhibit the potential for intellectual growth and leadership, and can contribute to the diversification of the campus with their cultural and educational backgrounds, in line with the university’s initiative to establish a global campus and nurture global leaders.

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. The classes will be taught in English, but students will also have an opportunity to learn the Japanese language during their studies.

Students in the “Japan in East Asia” program will 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 and cultural environment at the university.

Students accepted to the “Environmental Sciences” program will study this complex multidisciplinary subject from many different viewpoints including environmental and economic policy, ethics and jurisprudence. They will also learn about biodiversity conservation, geochemical cycling, geophysics and the latest environmental technologies from an advanced science 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 issues.

3. Eligibility

3.1 Please read the following eligibility requirement.

Students are eligible to apply for PEAK as long as they satisfy Requirement 1 and ONE of the requirements in Requirement 2 at the time of enrollment on October 1, 2013. If you are unsure about your eligibility, be sure to contact the PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office as early as possible.

Requirement 1

The applicant must have spent at least 5 of the first 6 school years and at least 5 of the second 6 school years studying in a language other than Japanese. For each of the five school years, the vast majority of courses must have been delivered in a language other than Japanese.

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This requirement is summarized in the following diagram.

Requirement 2 (The applicant must fulfill at least ONE of the following requirements.)

(a) The applicant must have completed all the requirements of a 12 school year education system consisting of primary and secondary education. Those who have or will be graduating from a Japanese institution should have completed or plan to complete the standard 12 school year school curriculum at a Japanese high school certified by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science, and Technology or at a special school for international students certified by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science, and Technology.

Those who have attended schools in Japan not certified by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science, and Technology, must contact the university between September 18, 2012, and October 12, 2012, to have their eligibility reviewed by the Individual Admission Review Process of the University of Tokyo. (However, it must be noted that only those who are eighteen or older at the time of entry to the university can have their eligibility reviewed.) For further details, contact our Admissions Office through the web enquiry form available from PEAK website (http://peak.c.u-tokyo.ac.jp). Make sure to include the names of the school(s) you attended after nursery school/kindergarten and their location(s) as well as period attended (yyyy-mm). Application materials from those who do not satisfy requirement 2(a) and who fail to clear this process will not be considered.

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

1. International Baccalaureate (awarded by the International Baccalaureate Organization)

2. Abitur (designated by the Federal Republic of Germany) 3. Baccalaureate (designated by the French Republic)

12  school  years  of  full-­‐time  education  

First  six  school  years  

At  least  Aive  school  years  (not  necessarily  consecutively)  being  taught  in  a  language  

other  than  Japanese  

Final  six  school  years  

At  least  Aive  school  years  (not  necessarily  consecutively)  being  taught  in  a  language  

other  than  Japanese  

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(c) If the applicant has completed an education system that is less than 12 school years, 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 Minister 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 school year requirement for entering Japanese universities (for example, if the applicant’s school education was 11 years, he or she should receive at least one year of university education to be eligible to enroll in the PEAK Undergraduate Programs). (d) The applicant must have passed an official test that shows he or she possesses academic background equivalent or superior to that obtained from a 12-year curriculum. In this case, the applicant must be at least eighteen years old at the time of entry to the university.

3.2 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

If you have general questions about the application, first consult the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) on the PEAK website at: http://peak.c.u-tokyo.ac.jp

If you cannot find an answer to your question in the FAQ, contact us through the enquiry form on our website.

3.3 Application Restrictions

Applicants may NOT have multiple applications to the University of Tokyo being considered at the same time. This includes all other undergraduate exam screenings administered by the University of Tokyo. Refer to the FAQ on our website for more details.

4. Application Fee

5,000 Japanese Yen

The University of Tokyo charges a 5,000 yen application fee which must be paid between October 25, 2012, and December 7, 2012 (Japan Standard Time). No application materials will be reviewed without a receipt of this payment. The fee covers document processing and the cost of the screening process. This fee can be paid by either of the following two methods. Refund of the application fee is not possible under any circumstances.

By credit card: Follow the link on the PEAK website (http://peak.c.u-tokyo.ac.jp/pay). There will be a transmission fee of 420 yen charged in addition to the 5,000 yen application fee. The applicant should include a print-out of the receipt in the application packet.

Note on credit card payments:

1. The fee can be paid anytime during the period that applications are accepted.

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2. It is possible to use a credit card registered under a third person, such as a parent or guardian. However, make sure that the applicant’s name is typed in the “basic information” page on the payment website.

3. Print out the “Results” page and include it in your application. It is possible to access the Application Results page later using your “Receipt Number” and “Birth Date.”

or

By bank transfer: The applicant should send the application fee to the following bank account. The additional transfer fee must be paid by the applicant. Include the original receipt of the bank transfer in your application packet. It is the responsibility of the applicant to make sure that the money is transferred to the account below by December 7, 2012.

If you are using international bank transfer, use the following account:

Bank name: Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation

Bank Code: 0009

SWIFT code: SMBCJPJT

Branch name: Tokyo Public Institutions Operations Office

Branch Code: 096

Account Type: Savings Account（Futsu Yokin）

Account Number: 9518002

Account Holder: THE UNIVERSITY OF TOKYO

Address of the Bank: 6-12 Toranomon 1-chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo 105-0001, Japan

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

If you are using domestic (within Japan) bank transfer, use the following account:

銀行名: 三井住友銀行 (銀行コード番号: 0009)

支店名: 東京第一 (支店コード番号: 931)

口座種別: 普通預金

口座番号: 9518002

口座名義: 国立大学法人東京大学 (ｶﾅ): 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

銀行住所: 〒105-0001 東京都港区虎ノ門 1-6-12

銀行電話番号: (03)3591-3201

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5. Required Documents

NOTE:

The application form must be written in English. All additional documents should be submitted in English or Japanese. If any of the required additional documents cannot be submitted in English or Japanese, the applicant should make sure to 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 done 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:

5.1 Application Form

The application form is available in PDF format. The PDF should be opened in an Adobe Acrobat Reader and filled in electronically. Only when the information is correctly filled in will you be able to successfully validate the form. Non-validated application forms will not be processed. For more details on completing the application form, see the “How to apply” section of the website and study the example form also available there. The application form should be printed on either an A4 or Letter-size paper.

Acrobat Reader can be downloaded for free from the following website:

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

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 enquiry form on the website.

5.2 Official School Transcript

An academic transcript in English or Japanese, clearly showing secondary school grades obtained (or expected to be obtained) by the applicant at the time of application. The transcript should contain all the grades obtained in the secondary school in the final three years or more. If the applicant is already enrolled in post-secondary education, he or she should also include a transcript showing grades obtained at the time of application.

Applicants applying for the Environmental Sciences Program must submit a transcript that demonstrates they have studied at least two science subjects (mathematics, physics, chemistry,

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or biology) in the last two years of their study. In the case of GCE A-Levels, make sure to supply the individual module scores certified by the school.

5.3 Graduation Certificate

The applicant should submit either

(a) A high-school graduation certificate or a certificate of expected graduation (with graduation to have been achieved by September 30, 2013).

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

5.4 School Profile

If available, the applicant should submit his or her school’s publicity material showing, in particular, the school’s grade profile.

5.5 Official Test Scores for Academic Ability

The applicant must submit an official score report for one of the following exams:

(a) Abitur (designated by the Federal Republic of Germany)

(b) ACT including the optional Writing Test (Code Number: 5481)

(c) Baccalaureate (designated by the French Republic)

(d) College Scholastic Ability Test (designated by the Republic of Korea)

(e) GCE A-Level

(f) International Baccalaureate (IB) (diploma and individual subject score)

(g) SAT Reasoning Test (I) and minimum of two SAT Subject Tests (II) (Code Number: 7656)

(h) Singapore-Cambridge GCE (Advanced Level) Examination

Other test scores may be submitted. Inquire by October 12, 2012, to make sure if your particular test scores are acceptable. Submission of test scores other than the above without any prior inquiry will not be accepted.

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5.5.1 Note:

1. If you are unable to submit your test scores by the application deadline because of the testing schedule, you must arrange to have them sent to the PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office separately by 5 p.m. on December 17, 2012 (Japan Standard Time).

2. Applicants unable to submit an official test score report by the application deadline because of unavoidable circumstances (such as if the standardized test is scheduled only after the application deadline) must submit a certificate of official predicted scores(s)/grade(s) (either as part of the school transcript or as a separate certificate). However, in this case, any admission offer will be conditional. The applicant must promptly supply the final score(s)/grade(s) once they become available. The deadline for submission of these final score(s)/grade(s) is August 31, 2013. Failure to do so will result in cancellation of admissions. If for some reason, an applicant is unable to submit the predicted and/or final scores as instructed above, they must contact the PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office.

3. Those applying for the Environmental Sciences Program must include at least two subject scores that provide evidence that they have taken some science subjects in the last two years of their study. One of them must be mathematics. Other possible science subjects include, but are not limited to, biology, physics, and chemistry. Contact the PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office in advance for any inquiries. Details of expected background knowledge are specified on the PEAK website (http://peak.c.u-tokyo.ac.jp).

4. Those applying for Japan in East Asia Program must include at least two subject scores of any subjects. For applicants applying for the Japan in East Asia Program, details of expected knowledge are specified on the PEAK website (http://peak.c.u-tokyo.ac.jp).

5. Although the applicants are required to submit only one type of test scores, if they have taken more than one type of tests (such as ACT and SAT, IB and SAT), they are encouraged to submit all the scores.

6. You may also submit your AP scores (Code Number: 7656) for our additional reference. However, AP scores are not considered as a part of “Official Test Scores for Academic Ability.”

7. If the highest scores for each category are spread over multiple test dates, applicants may send multiple test scores. The highest grades will be considered for each test category. If the applicant obtains a higher test score after submitting the application materials, 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.

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5.6 Official Test Scores for English Proficiency

The applicant must submit valid scores for one of the following three tests. Students who have received an English-medium education for at least 5 years of the first 6 years of education and at least 5 years of the next 6 years of education are exempt from submitting the following test scores (note, however, that the PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office may request further evidence of English language proficiency from applicants, including those who qualify for this exemption). If you are unsure whether you need to submit the test scores, contact the PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office. 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 ESOL Exam CAE grade B or above or CPE.

(a) Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) 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 at the University of Tokyo. The Designated Institution (DI) Code Number for the PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office at the University of Tokyo is 7889. The score must be received by 5 p.m. on December 7, 2012 (Japan Standard Time). The applicant should also supply, if possible, the Registration Number.

For more information on how to send your score report, see http://www.ets.org/toefl/ibt/scores/send/

(b) International English Language Test System (IELTS) Academic module

For IELTS, the applicant must take all four parts of the Academic module (listening, academic reading, academic writing and speaking). We will only accept test scores that are less than two years old. The IELTS Test Report Form (TRF) must arrive to the PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office by 5 p.m. on December 7, 2012 (Japan Standard Time). The application should also supply, if possible, the Test Report Form (TRF) Number.

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

(c) Cambridge ESOL Exam (CAE or CPE)

From Cambridge ESOL, we accept either a Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) or Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE). Scores must be from within two years of the application. The applicant must fill in the section on English Language proficiency 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 Cambridge ESOL Results Verification System. The grade must be made available to the PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office by 5 p.m. on December 7, 2012 (Japan Standard Time).

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For more information, see http://www.cambridgeesol.org/exams/exams-info/results-verification.html

5.6.1 Note:

1. 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 October 12, 2012.

2. If the applicant obtains a higher test score after submitting her/his 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.

3. The PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office may request further evidence of English language proficiency from applicants, including those who qualify for this exemption. If you are unsure whether you need to submit the test scores, contact the PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office.

5.7 Evaluation Forms Three evaluation forms must be submitted. The forms are downloadable from the PEAK website. (See Application Forms)

(a) The first form should be from a teacher at the applicant’s high school or university who can evaluate the applicant’s English writing and speaking skills. Note this also applies to applicants whose first language is English. This should be filled out in English only.

(b) The second form should be from a teacher at the applicant’s high school or university who is in a position to evaluate the applicant’s academic knowledge. 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.

(c) The third form can be filled out by anyone who is able to evaluate the applicant’s character. However, the writer must not be an immediate family member or close relative.

5.7.1 Note:

1. An evaluation from a language school or vocational school teacher is not acceptable for the first and the second evaluation forms.

2. Each form must be signed, sealed, and dated by the evaluator. 3. Each form must be dated after August 1, 2012. 4. Each form must be sealed and submitted in one of the following two ways:

Include with the application documents (preferred by the PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office).

or

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Send directly from the evaluator to the PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office (the address is given at the end of the guidelines). The applicant should make sure that the letters will be received by the PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office by 5 p.m. on December 7, 2012 (Japan Standard Time).

5.8 Essay The applicant must submit a personal essay, separated into two sections. The essay should be typed in English, dated and signed. The forms can be downloaded from the PEAK website. (See Application Forms)

In the first section form, write a statement in English covering all three topics below (250 to 300 words):

(a) Why you wish to study at the University of Tokyo.

(b) Why you wish to study the program (Japan in East Asia or Environmental Sciences) you are applying for.

(c) What you feel you can contribute to the University of Tokyo community.

In the second section of the form, write a statement in English on the following topic (250 to 300 words):

Describe something that has puzzled you in your life and how you have dealt with it intellectually.

5.9 Photo The applicant should attach a color ID photo in the box marked “photo” on the application form.

5.9.1 Note:

1. The photo must have been taken in the last 6 months. 2. The photo should be 4cm long and 3cm wide, and should show the applicant’s

face down to their shoulders. 3. It should be taken against a plain background, and the applicant should be

looking straight ahead. 4. The applicant should not be wearing any head accessories such as a cap or hat.1 5. The applicant’s name should be written on the back of the photo. 6. A photo that may cause difficulty identifying the applicant at the interview

should not be submitted.

                                                                                                                         1 Headwear worn for religious reasons is exempt from this requirement.

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6. Submitting the Application Documents 6.1 Application documents must be received by the PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office by 5 p.m. on December 7, 2012 (Japan Standard Time). The PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office is not responsible for any delay in the delivery of the documents.

6.2 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.

6.3 On the envelope, the applicant should write “Application” in red.

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

6.5 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 will not answer enquiries regarding receipt of application documents.

6.6 Note:

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 through the enquiry form on the PEAK website.

7. Additional Documents

The PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office reserves the right to request additional academic documents.

8. Screening Process

8.1 The applicant will be initially screened based on the application documents.

8.2 The applicant who has been selected from the first screening will proceed to the second screening. The second screening will be held between January 28, 2013, and March 31, 2013.

8.3 In principle, the second screening will be based on an interview in the country in which the applicant is residing at that time. The applicant is responsible for all the expenses necessary for travelling to the screening venue. On the same day, the applicant may also be asked to provide some written answers to questions given by the interviewers. For your reference, sample questions are available on the PEAK website.

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8.4 The applicant will be notified about the second screening only if he or she is selected in the first screening. Notifications about the second screening will be sent out via email between January 21, 2013, and January 25, 2013. The applicant must reply to the email promptly to confirm the interview.

8.5 If the applicant has a disability that requires special consideration when conducting the interview (including the written assignment), promptly notify the PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office once an invitation to the second screening is received.

9. Admissions Decision

Admissions decisions will be announced on April 15, 2013, via email, followed by an official letter sent through by postal mail. Those who provide predicted scores of official tests will be granted conditional admissions, contingent upon the proof of satisfactory performance on the tests. Unsuccessful applicants will receive a letter by postal mail by the end of May, 2013. The university will not respond to any enquiries regarding the results of any part of the screening process.

10. Enrollment Procedure

A Letter of Intent must be completed and sent back by post to the PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office by May 10, 2013, to enroll at the University of Tokyo for the 2013 school year, which begins on October 1, 2013. Students will then receive further information from the university, including details on housing application, payment of enrollment fee, and visa application procedure.

11. Scholarships

11.1 Merit-based scholarships will be offered by the university. The selection will be made based on the screening process. Students who wish to be considered for merit-based scholarships should indicate their request in the application form. Note that The University of Tokyo Scholarship (11.1.1) and The Japanese Government Freshman Scholarship (11.1.2) in principle do not allow the recipients to receive any other types of scholarships. For Singaporean nationals, JUGAS Supplementary Scholarship is available (11.1.5). For New Zealand nationals, PEAK (The University of Tokyo) - Asia New Zealand Foundation Travel Grant is available (11.1.6).

11.1.1 The University of Tokyo Scholarship

Up to ten students may be offered a four-year scholarship; this will cover the admission fee, tuition, and living expenses (126,000 yen a month) for up to four consecutive years.

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11.1.2 The Japanese Government Freshman Scholarship

Up to ten students may be offered a “start-up” Japanese Government Scholarship, which covers the admission fee, tuition for the first semester, and living expenses for the first six months (from October 2013 to March 2014) as well as a one-way transportation fee to Japan. The scholarship will not be renewed after the first six months. Japanese nationals (including those with dual nationalities) are not eligible for this scholarship.

11.1.3 Bridgestone-Todai Scholarship

One student may be offered a 50,000 yen monthly allowance for up to four consecutive years.

11.1.4 Daiwa Securities-Todai Scholarship

Up to two students may be offered a 50,000 yen monthly allowance for up to four consecutive years. Only Asian nationals (excluding Japanese nationals) are eligible for this scholarship.2

11.1.5 JUGAS Supplementary Scholarship for Singaporean Nationals

JUGAS Supplementary Scholarship for Singaporean Nationals is an external 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 3 students recommended by the University of Tokyo. The JUGAS scholarship must be combined with other scholarships, including scholarships given by the University of Tokyo. Details are available on JUGAS’s website at: http://web.jugas.org.sg/

11.1.6 PEAK (The University of Tokyo) - Asia New Zealand Foundation Travel Grant

PEAK (The University of Tokyo) - Asia New Zealand Foundation Travel Grant is offered to a New Zealand national who has studied up to Year 13 in a school in New Zealand. The grant awards 2,500 New Zealand dollars for return air fare between New Zealand and Tokyo/Narita for a New Zealand PEAK student. Addendum to 11.1.6.

Unfortunately, as of October 2012 the PEAK (The University of Tokyo) - Asia New Zealand Foundation Travel Grant is no longer available.

11.1.7 Note:

1. All the scholarships will be offered when successful applicants are notified of their acceptance to the university.

                                                                                                                         2 The definition of “Asia” here shall be in accordance with the designation by the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

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2. The University of Tokyo Scholarship, Bridgestone-Todai Scholarship, and Daiwa Securities-Todai Scholarship will be reviewed every year and the renewal will be contingent upon satisfactory academic performance.

3. The University of Tokyo Scholarship, Bridgestone-Todai Scholarship, and Daiwa Securities-Todai Scholarship require, in principle, four consecutive years of study (contingent upon satisfactory academic performance). If you are unable to do so (including such reasons as military service in your home country), you may be ineligible for this scholarship.

11.2 External scholarships. In addition to the scholarships provided by the University of Tokyo, students are also eligible for other sources of financial support. The 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/study_j/scholarships_sfisij_e.html

12. Accommodation

Successful applicants will also receive detailed information about applying for university accommodation after the admission notification. PEAK students will be given an option of residing in the university accommodation adjacent to the campus. All students making use of the university accommodation will be able to live in separate rooms for two years for a basic monthly fee of approximately 35,000 yen.

 

13. University Fees

Admission fee (as of 2012): 282,000 yen (paid only in the first year).

Annual tuition (as of 2012): 535,800 yen.

In addition, students should plan to have at least 1,600,000 yen a year for lodging, food and other living expenses, including the mandatory national health insurance fee.

14. Fraudulent Statements and Documents

Offers of admission and scholarship will be made based on the assumption that all of the information provided by the applicant is accurate. The University of Tokyo may retroactively cancel admission or/and scholarship of any student who has falsified personal information or academic records in his or her application documents.

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15. Data Protection

All personal information provided by the applicant will be stored securely and will not be disclosed to any third party. Personal information included in the application documents will be used for the university’s screening process, scholarship allocation, enrollment procedure for successful applicants and PEAK’s curriculum development.

16. Application Materials

The PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office will not return the application materials.

17. Application Checklist

Please make use of the checklist on the application form to indicate all the documents included in the package. Note there are some important documents that are required for your application which may be included in the package but must be submitted to the PEAK Undergraduate Admissions Office separately.

18. Contact Information

If you have any questions regarding the application process, use the enquiry form available on the PEAK website (http://peak.c.u-tokyo.ac.jp).

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

Mailing 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 10 a.m.to 5 p.m.)