Tohoku University is a public research university in Sendai, Japan. It suits students who want a large research-focused university with an established international community in a major regional city.
Tohoku University is a research university, but the programme areas and degree options are not published in the information available here. Check its official website for the current catalogue, entry routes, and the language and level of each course.
International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions process and check the programme page for the exact requirements, deadlines, and document list. Confirm whether your chosen course has language requirements, entrance screening, and any country-specific application steps directly with admissions.
Tuition is listed at JPY 640,000 to JPY 860,000. The university does not publish a separate international student fee here; confirm the current rate and any additional charges with its admissions office, and budget separately for living costs in Sendai.
The university has about 2,000 international students. If you are moving from abroad, confirm the language of instruction for your programme, visa steps, housing, insurance, and whether your chosen course is taught in Japanese or another language on the official site.
Among Japan’s 571 universities, Tohoku University stands out as a public research university with a large student body and a meaningful international population. Its published profile suggests a strong fit for applicants who want a research-oriented institution in a city setting rather than a small specialist college.
Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.
It is a public research university.
It is in Sendai, Japan, in the Tōhoku region.
Tuition is JPY 640,000 to JPY 860,000.
It has about 2,000 international students.
Tohoku University is a public research university in Sendai, Miyagi, Japan. It is colloquially referred to as Tohokudai or Tonpei .
Ranking figures are indicative and provided for general guidance — always verify current positions with the official QS rankings and the university.
Indicative annual tuition
JPY 640,000 – JPY 860,000/yr
Premium tuitionIndicative living cost
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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.
Recognised high-school qualification for undergraduate entry; a relevant bachelor’s degree for postgraduate entry.
English: IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 90 (varies by programme).
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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.
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