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Keio University

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Keio University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Keio University is a university in Japan with a research focus and a Tokyo location, and it suits applicants who want a large Japanese higher-education setting in a major city. Its programme list is not published in the information available here, so confirm the exact course options on the official website before applying.

  2. What you can study

    The available information identifies Keio as a research university in Minato, Tokyo. A programme list is not published here, so confirm the current subjects, degrees, and language options on the official website before you apply.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through Keio’s official admissions pages and check the entry requirements for the specific programme they want. The university’s application process, deadlines, required documents, and language requirements are not given here, so confirm them directly with the admissions office and on the official website.

  4. What it costs

    Keio does not publish an international tuition fee in the information available here; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Living costs in Tokyo should be planned for separately, and they can vary depending on housing, transport, and daily spending.

  5. Coming from abroad

    For a student moving from abroad, the key practical questions are programme availability, the language of instruction, visa steps, deadlines, and whether your chosen course can be taken by international students. Keio’s website is the place to confirm these points before you apply.

  6. How it compares

    Japan has 571 universities, so Keio sits in a crowded national system where applicants have many choices. Its Tokyo location and research-university profile make it most relevant for students who want a city-based institution and are ready to check the exact programme and admission route before applying.

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.

Questions about Keio University

Where is Keio University located?

It is located in Minato, Tokyo, Japan.

What type of institution is Keio University?

It is a public university and is described as a research university.

What is the official website?

http://www.keio.ac.jp/

How many universities are there in Japan?

There are 571 universities in Japan.

Overview

Keio University , abbreviated as Keio (慶應) or Keidai (慶大), is a private research university located in Minato, Tokyo, Japan. It was originally established as a school for Western studies in 1858 in Edo. It was granted university status in 1920, becoming one of the first private universities in the country.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Japan.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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