School of Political Science and EconomicsWaseda University

Admission by Transfer is open to prospective students who wish to enter as a second-year student. We accept a small number of transfer students, though the precise figure is not predetermined.

Enrollment Date

September 21, 2020

Degree Programs

• B.A., Bachelor of Arts in Political Science
• B.A., Bachelor of Arts in Economics
• B.A., Bachelor of Arts in Global Political Economy

You must choose one of these three degree programs at the time of application. The program cannot be changed once your application is submitted. Please check the Degrees page when making your choice.

Grade Year of Entry

Second year

Number of Students to be Admitted

We accept a small number of transfer students, though the precise figure is not predetermined.

• There is no specific quota for the degree programs listed above.

Screening Methods

Admissions decisions are based on a screening of the application documents. We invite applicants to an interview only if needed.

• You will be screened in a holistic manner based on your application documents.

Admissions Timeline and Important Dates

The table refers to Japan Standard Time [JST] in this application timeline.

* Important

The application procedure cannot be considered complete unless all the following steps have been completed by the application deadline.

• The preliminary review of eligibility has been applied.
• The screening fee has been paid.
• All the application documents, including the documents sent directly by the institution/test board, have reached the School of Political Science and Economics at Waseda University via postal mail.

Application Documents

• Application Form
• Reason for Application (English Essay)
• Document to Prove the Completion of a Secondary Education Curriculum
• Academic Transcript/School Report
• Recommendation Letter
• Standardized Test Scores
• Score of an English-Language Proficiency Test (TOEFL-iBT or IELTS Academic), if required
• Other Documents
  Please refer to the Application Guidelines for more information.

Application Guidelines are available here.

Please ensure you check the application guidelines when you prepare for application.

Before the Application Period

Step 1: Check Your Eligibility

Please refer to the respective application guidelines .

Step 2: Choose Your Program

• B.A., Bachelor of Arts in Political Science
• B.A., Bachelor of Arts in Economics
• B.A., Bachelor of Arts in Global Political Economy

During the Preliminary Review of Eligibility Period

Step 3: Submit Application Documents for Preliminary Review of Eligibility by Email

All applicants are required to apply for a preliminary review of eligibility by the respective deadline.

Step 4: Check the Result of Preliminary Review of Eligibility

We announce the results of the Preliminary Review of Eligibility by e-mail approximately two weeks to one month after accepting each application.

Step 5: Identify Necessary Documents

During the Application Period

Step 6: Pay the Screening Fee

Step 7: Submit Application Documents by Postal Mail

Application for screening is paper-based. Application documents must be received by the deadline.

After You Apply

Step 8: Interview (Only If Required)

We will notify you by e-mail of whether an interview is required.

Step 9: Check Your Screening Results

A list of successful applicants’ examinee numbers will be posted on our website.

After Acceptance

Step 10: Payment and Registration

Make the required payments by the designated deadline.

Step 11: Preparation for Entrance (Dormitory, Scholarships, etc.)

After completing the registration fee payment, the Handbook on Enrollment Procedures will be sent to you. Check the schedule for online enrollment registration and submit the required enrollment documents. You can also apply for residence in student dormitories.

Step 12: Credit Transfer Application

Details will be sent to successful applicants around August by e-mail.

If you are currently enrolled at Waseda University, please refer to “Admission by Change of Affiliation” or “Departmental Transfer Examination” here.