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    Master of Public Policy (MPP)

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    Tokyo, JPMPPIn-person2 years
    ¥107,160
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    135
    Cohort
    students
    46
    Credits
    ¥10,000
    App fee

    Master of Public Policy (MPP) at University of Tokyo is a 46-credit, 2-year, in-person MPP program based in Tokyo, JP. Tuition is ¥107,160.

    About the program

    Two-year professional master's program providing multidisciplinary training in law, politics, and economics for public policy careers. Offers two policy streams: Economic Policy, Finance and Development (EPFD) focusing on economic policy, finance, and development; and Public Management and International Relations (PMIR) covering public management, international relations, security policy, and area studies.

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Dec 3, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min Strongly recommended (no minimum)
    TOEFL
    required
    Min No minimum required, but TOEFL iBT 100 strongly recommended (earlier guideline minimum 90 iBT)
    IELTS
    required
    Min No minimum required, but IELTS 7.0 strongly recommended (earlier guideline minimum 6.5)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    Up to 1 year Designated Activities for job hunting; change to work visa (e.g. Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services 1-5 years) with job offer (Japan)

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Public Policy (MPP) at University of Tokyo cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Public Policy (MPP) at University of Tokyo is ¥107,160 across 46 required credits.
    Is Master of Public Policy (MPP) at University of Tokyo online or in-person?
    Master of Public Policy (MPP) at University of Tokyo is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Public Policy (MPP) at University of Tokyo take to complete?
    Master of Public Policy (MPP) at University of Tokyo is structured around 2 years and 46 credits.
    How large is the Master of Public Policy (MPP) at University of Tokyo cohort?
    Master of Public Policy (MPP) at University of Tokyo typically enrolls around 135 students per cohort.
    What work-permit options follow Master of Public Policy (MPP) at University of Tokyo?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Public Policy (MPP) at University of Tokyo: Up to 1 year Designated Activities for job hunting; change to work visa (e.g. Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services 1-5 years) with job offer (Japan)