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GSAPS Open School
Date & Time: Saturday, June 27, 2026, 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Venue: Building 19, Waseda Campus, Waseda University
Language: Japanese or English
Registration Form: https://forms.office.com/r/whgC77P6e1
*Application deadline: Thursday, June 25, 2026, 4:00 p.m. (JST)
Program Details
1. GSAPS Overview & Faculty/Student Presentations
1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. (tentative)
Faculty members will provide an overview of GSAPS and introduce the faculty.
Current master’s and doctoral students will also give presentations on student life and their research experiences at GSAPS.
2. Individual Consultation Sessions with Faculty/Staff and Current Students
2:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Individual consultation sessions will be available with faculty, staff, and current students.
Please refer to the registration form for the list of participating faculty members.
3. GSAPS Campus Tour
2:40 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. / 2:50 p.m. – 3:10 p.m.
GSAPS is located in Building 19 on the Waseda Campus.
In this tour, current students will guide you through the facilities they regularly use and share insights into campus life. By visiting the actual learning environment, participants can gain a clearer picture of their future research life at GSAPS.
Introducing GSAPS Content Useful for Open School Participants in a Q&A Format!
Q: I’m unsure about which professor to consult with… I would like to know more about GSAPS professors!
A: “Faculty Spotlights” features videos and digital books showcasing professors’ research and teaching. You can also search the syllabus by entering the professor’s name to see which lectures they offer.
Q: I would like to check the admissions schedule, application types, and application guidelines in advance.
A: Please refer to the relevant page for the program you wish to apply to. The application guidelines for applicants enrolling in April 2027 are scheduled to be released in late June 2026.
MA Admissions – Graduate School of Asia-Pacific Studies, Waseda University
Ph.D. Admissions – Graduate School of Asia-Pacific Studies, Waseda University
Q: I would like to know more about the achievements of current students and alumni at GSAPS…
A: The digital brochure for GSAPS is available from here. Our graduate school regularly shares information on Instagram, so please take a look!