UTokyo GUC: Field Study Program and Internship Experience Application

1-1) A Statement of Purpose
1-2) Japanese Language Courses
1-3) Relevant information links

1-1) A Statement of Purpose

Based on the information provided in the links and notes in this section, decide which program you wish to apply for and prepare a Statement of Purpose for each program, as specified below.
 

A Statement of Purpose (maximum 300 words) required for each course you apply for.

Your statement of purpose should: - Describe what you hope to gain from the program. - Explain how you can contribute to the intellectual life of the program. You may also include details of any related courses you have previously taken and/or describe how this program aligns with your current course of study or supports your professional development.

Reference Information for Program Preferences
The Field Study Program and the Internship Experience Program are held during the same period.
Applicants may participate in only one of them.
 

Notes Screenings are conducted on the strict expectation that applicants can and will attend all applied courses. Applicants must apply only for the program (including the optional Japanese course) that they can reliably attend. Although administrative cancellation resulting from failure to complete payment after acceptance is possible, it must be strictly avoided. Records of such cancellations may be retained in UTokyo records and may affect future administrative procedures. Please note that, although the information above indicates that applicants may participate in only one program, the GUC Off-campus Program Office and the application system do not automatically detect schedule conflicts. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they do not register for overlapping programs. Once the program fee has been paid, refunds will not be issued except as specified in the Terms and Conditions.

 

1-2) Japanese Language Course

Applicants for Japanese Language Course must complete the Question Sheet* (*for the "Application ID" in the Question Sheet, please refer to Step 3 in this section.) provided separately by the Japanese Language Education Division at GlobE, prior to completing the application process.

Participation in the Survival Japanese course is optional; however, participants with no Japanese background are strongly encouraged to attend the Japanese course to ensure successful participation in the program. This course will be offered for an additional fee.

2-1) For General Information
2-2) To Pay the Application Fees
2-3) Relevant information links

Before accessing the application system, ensure you have prepared the following items.
 

2-1) For General Information

1	Copy of Passport (PDF) Required for identity verification	Submit the pages showing your name, photo, passport number and expiration date. If you do not have a passport, please submit an alternative official document with a photograph issued by the government of your country of citizenship. The selection of which document to submit is at the applicant's discretion.
2	Color ID Photo (JPEG) For identification purposes	The photo must be 45mm (H) x 35mm (W), have a plain background, and be taken within the last three months. In the case that you successfully pass the screening process, this photo will also be used in the class photo list shared among all GUC Off-campus Program instructors, assistants, staff members, and students.
3	Copy of Student ID (PDF) To confirm current enrollment at a university	Submit the side(s) displaying the (1) institution name, (2) your name, (3) expiration date, and (4) face photo. If your student ID does not include all four pieces of information mentioned above, please submit additional or alternative document(s) to verify them so that we can confirm your current university enrollment. The selection of which document to submit is at the applicant's discretion.
4	Official Transcript in English (PDF) To verify your academic background	Submit the most recent transcript issued by your home institution. If you do not have it, please submit alternative document(s) to verify that your academic background at your current/previous university is relevant to the course(s) you are applying for. The selection of which document to submit is at the applicant's discretion. Please note that the GUC Off-campus Program Office is unable to provide individual guidance on document selection.

 

2-2) To Pay the Application Fees

Credit Card

Available brands depend on the option you choose within Flywire, which handles the payment procedure via the online application system, as well as your location.

All applications must be completed through the designated online application system, The Admissions Office (hereinafter referred to as TAO).
Follow instructions 1–4 below to create an account.
 

1	Create an Account	Visit the following link, fill in the necessary information, and click 'Create an account'. https://admissions-office.net/en/applicant/sign_up
2	Set Language and Find the Application Page	After creating your account, set the language to English. Search for UTokyo GUC Off-campus application page. The Field Study Program and the Internship Experience Program share the same application page.
3	Start Your Application	Click on "Start my application" to begin the process and obtain your unique Application ID.
4	Check your Application ID and ensure you retain it for subsequent procedures	You can view your Application ID by selecting "Applications" from the menu tab.

Based on the preparation in Steps 1 through 3, enter the required information on TAO, pay the application fee, and review your application before submission.

Once your application status is marked as “Completed” (i.e., after you click the final submission button), no changes can be made under any circumstances, either technically on TAO or under the application guidelines administered by the GUC Off-campus Program Office.
Requests for any changes will not be accepted, and no responses will be provided to such requests.

Before submission, carefully review all information entered in TAO, as it will be treated as final. In particular, confirm the following:

Name	Ensure that your family name and given name are entered in the correct fields, in the correct order, and with the required use of uppercase and lowercase letters.
Home Institution Name	Enter the official full name of your institution (not an abbreviation) and ensure that the spelling is accurate.
Program Preferences	Program preferences cannot be changed at any time throughout the GUC Off-campus Program period.

After submitting your application, ensure that the status changes from “Incomplete” to “Completed” in “My applications” under the “Applications” menu tab.
An application marked as “Completed” indicates that it is subject to screening.

The application deadline is 16:00 (Japan Standard Time) on Monday, March 16, 2026.
We strongly recommend submitting your application well in advance for the following reasons:

• After the deadline, the online application system (TAO) will automatically close.
• The GUC Off-campus Program Office may not be able to respond promptly to inquiries.
• The GUC Off-campus Program will not be responsible for any consequences resulting from an applicant’s failure to receive, read, or respond to messages from our office, or from malfunctions of networks, PCs, or other devices that may prevent timely submission.
• Some payment methods may require additional time for processing.
• Even if an application is not successfully submitted, the application fee, once paid, will not be refunded.

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