Waseda Business School
(Graduate School of Business and Finance)
(Graduate School of Business and Finance)
Waseda Business School conducts several kinds of screening methods, depending on the program. Information is listed below on each of the screening methods and how to apply for our school.
・About the change of Degree Requirements(The change will be implemented as from the 2024 enrollment)
Be sure to read the “Application Guide” carefully before applying.
This category is for applicants holding GMAT or GRE (General Test) scores. The admission screening will
be based on the overall performance of GMAT or GRE scores, as well as a comprehensive evaluation of
educational backgrounds, academic records, work experiences, extracurricular activities, essays,
recommendation letters (applicant evaluation forms), language proficiency scores, etc. A high GMAT or
GRE score does not necessarily guarantee enrollment. For some applicants, online interviews will be
required. Such candidates will be contacted individually by the WBS Admissions Office.
*It is preferable to have at least three years of work experience, but not an essential condition for
International MBA.
This category is for applicants whose family members run their own business* and who are scheduled to
succeed it in the future. The admission screening will be based on overall performance on the required
written exams, and an on-campus interviews, as well as evaluation of all application documents (GMAT
and GRE scores are optional). In addition, potential quality as a company successor will be evaluated
based on the Application Form for Family Business Successors [Form 5] and the recommendation letter
from the current representative of the company.
*must be a listed company on the stock exchange or of similar standing and scale.
This category is for applicants holding GMAT or GRE (General Test) scores. The admission screening will be
based on overall performance of GMAT or GRE scores, as well as a comprehensive evaluation of educational
backgrounds, academic records, extracurricular activities, essays, recommendation letters (applicant
evaluation forms), language proficiency scores, etc. A high GMAT or GRE score does not necessarily
guarantee enrollment. For some applicants, online interviews will be required. Such candidates will be
contacted individually by the WBS Admissions Office.
This application category is designated for applicants (i.e., employees) who have been offered financial
sponsorship by their employer who will bear the full cost of tuition fees for the duration of enrollment at
WBS. To be eligible, the employer must be a listed company on the stock exchange (or a company of similar
standing and scale) or a public institution. For eligibility details, please contact WBS by email
([email protected])
1) Qualifications for “Application with GMAT or GRE” and “Application for Family Business Successors”
Applicants must fulfill one of the following requirements.
1. Those who have graduated or are scheduled to graduate from a university in Japan by the entrance
period that applicants wish to matriculate.
2. Those who have received a Bachelor’s Degree from the National Institution for Academic Degrees and
University Evaluation or are scheduled to receive such a degree by the entrance period that applicants
wish to matriculate.
3. Those who have completed 16 years of standard school education outside Japan or are scheduled to
complete such education by the entrance period that applicants wish to matriculate.
4. Those who have completed a more than 3 years program in a university outside Japan or are scheduled
to complete such education and hold a bachelor degree by the entrance period that applicants wish to
matriculate.
5. Those who are designated by the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science, and Technology by the
entrance period that applicants wish to matriculate.
6. Those who have been enrolled at a university for more than three years (or have completed 15 years of
school education overseas or are scheduled to complete such education by the entrance period that
applicants wish to matriculate) and have been recognized by the Graduate School of Business and
Finance as having earned a specified number of credits with an excellent academic record.
7. Those who have been recognized by the Graduate School of Business and Finance as possessing
academic credentials superior to those of university graduates through an individual entrance
requirements screening process and are scheduled to reach 22 years of age by the entrance period
that applicants wish to matriculate.
* “University” mentioned in requirements 1 and 6 refers to a university which is approved by the Ministry
of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan.
*Graduates from three-year specialized college (zhuanke) programs in China do not meet the
requirements 4 and 6. However, those who have graduated from a four-year (benke) program after
graduating from a three-year program, and completed 16 years of school education will be considered
to fulfill requirement 3.
* Prospective applicants who are unsure if they can fulfill the requirements 6 and 7, must confirm their
eligibility with the WBS Admissions Office via e-mail prior to the application for an individual
qualification screening. Those who have been recognized by WBS as possessing academic credentials
equal to or superior to university graduates are qualified to apply for admission. The deadlines of
individual qualification screening are below.
(Individual Eligibility Review Form)
[Attention]
Applicants for Family Business Successors’ channel need to fulfill the requirement that their family members run their own business* and they are scheduled to succeed it in the future.
*must be a listed company on the stock exchange or of similar standing and scale
1) Qualifications for “Application with GMAT or GRE” and “Application for Company Sponsored Applicants”
Applicants must fulfill one of the following requirements.
1. Those who have graduated or are scheduled to graduate from a university in Japan by the entrance period
that applicants wish to matriculate.
2. Those who have received a Bachelor’s Degree from the National Institution for Academic Degrees and
University Evaluation or are scheduled to receive such a degree by the entrance period that applicants
wish to matriculate.
3. Those who have completed 16 years of standard school education outside Japan or are scheduled to
complete such education by the entrance period that applicants wish to matriculate.
4. Those who have completed a more than 3 years program in a university outside Japan or are scheduled to
complete such education and hold a bachelor degree by the entrance period that applicants wish to
matriculate.
5. Those who are designated by the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science, and Technology by the
entrance period that applicants wish to matriculate.
6. Those who have been enrolled at a university for more than three years (or have completed 15 years of
school education overseas or are scheduled to complete such education by the entrance period that
applicants wish to matriculate) and have been recognized by the Graduate School of Business and Finance
as having earned a specified number of credits with an excellent academic record.
7. Those who have been recognized by the Graduate School of Business and Finance as possessing academic
credentials superior to those of university graduates through an individual entrance requirements
screening process and are scheduled to reach 22 years of age by the entrance period that applicants wish
to matriculate.
* “University” mentioned in requirements 1 and 6 refers to a university which is approved by the Ministry of
Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan.
* Graduates from three-year specialized college (zhuanke) programs in China do not meet the requirements
4 and 6. However, those who have graduated from a four-year (benke) program after graduating from a
three-year program, and completed 16 years of school education will be considered to fulfill requirement 3.
* Prospective applicants who are unsure if they can fulfill the requirements 6 and 7, must confirm their
eligibility with the admission office via e-mail prior to the application for an individual qualification
screening. Those who have been recognized by WBS as possessing academic credentials equal to or
superior to university graduates are qualified to apply for admission. The deadlines of individual
qualification screening are below.
(Individual Eligibility Review Form)
Access the URL below and input your personal information to acquire a login ID.
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Login to the Online System with your login ID and enter the information through the Online System.
Prepare and assemble all necessary documents, including any required certificates and recommendation letters.
You can also download the Form4 to Form 10 from below.
Form4: Letter of Consent from Employer
Form5: Application for Family Business Successor Form
Form6: Request for Return of Submitted Documents
Form7: Form for Screening Fee Waiver
Form8: Statement of Financial Resources
Form9: Application for Scholarship Offered Prior to Matriculation
Form10: Applicant Evaluation (Recommendation) Form
Pay the screening fee by either way below.
・Payment by Credit card or Online payment system (Union Pay)
・Payment at a Convenience Store in Japan (For residents in Japan only)
Send all specified documents to the WBS Admissions Office by postal mail.
Your application will be considered complete when all required documents are received by the WBS Admissions Office no later than the deadline for each application round. (Please see the Application Guide for the deadlines.)
A rolling admissions process is operated for “Application with GMAT or GRE” and “Application for Company-Sponsored Applicants” with the four key deadlines. Regarding the screening schedule of “Application for Family Business Successors,” please refer to the Application Guide, which you can download from above.
*Note that each “round” represents a distinct period in which you may apply, not a succession of steps for your application. Repeat applications for later rounds are accepted.
>> For residents of Japan
Enclose all the required application documents in an envelope (square-sized #2 type) and paste the designated address label* for application on the recipient address side. Send it to the WBS Admissions Office stated below by registered mail (簡易書留郵便).
*The address label for application can be downloaded from the Online Application System.
>> For residents of countries other than Japan
Enclose all the required application documents in an envelope and send it to the following address by an international courier service for which you can track the delivery status such as EMS.
Please send all application documents to the following address:
Waseda Business School Admissions Office
Please indicate the type of the admission here:
Application with GMAT or GRE
or
Application for Family Business Successors
or
Application for Company-Sponsored Applicants
3rd Floor, Bldg.11, Waseda Campus, Waseda University,
1-6-1 Nishi-Waseda, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 169-8050 JAPAN
Tel: +81-(0)3-5286-8719
If you have any questions about admission, please contact us by e-mail.
Additionally, you can see frequently asked questions (FAQ) from the page below.
Prospective students who are interested in WBS and would like to meet with our admissions officers in person are all welcome to join this tour.
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