University of Tokyo IELTS requirements
Undergraduate
7.0Overall
Minimum per band not stated
Postgraduate
Not listed. Ask the university.
Note: PEAK sets no hard cutoff; typical admits IELTS 7.0+/TOEFL iBT ~100. IELTS Online accepted. Other programmes differ (College of Design ~6.0+).
How far are you?
Pick your band to compare it with University of Tokyo's requirement.
You need 7.0 for University of Tokyo.
TOEFL, Duolingo and PTE minimums
| Undergraduate | Postgraduate | |
|---|---|---|
| TOEFL iBT | 100 | Not stated |
| Duolingo English Test | Not stated | Not stated |
| PTE Academic | Not stated | Not stated |
Before you apply
Almost every university accepts an IELTS result for two years from the test date. If you're not sure about University of Tokyo, check its admissions page before you book.
University of Tokyo says it accepts IELTS Online.
If your score is a little below the requirement, many universities offer a pre-sessional English course. Ask the admissions office whether University of Tokyo does.
Similar universities
In Japan, with a similar IELTS requirement.
International Christian University
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Osaka, JapanUG6.5min 6.0 eachPGNot listedAkita International University
Akita, JapanUG6.0PGNot listedRitsumeikan Asia Pacific University
Beppu, JapanUG6.0min 5.5 eachPGNot listedTemple University, Japan Campus
Tokyo, JapanUG6.0PGNot listed
Where this figure comes from
We read this figure on University of Tokyo's own admissions page. Last checked: October 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What IELTS score do I need for a master's at University of Tokyo?
We found no postgraduate IELTS figure for University of Tokyo. Ask the admissions office about the course you want.
Does University of Tokyo accept the Duolingo English Test?
We found no Duolingo minimum for University of Tokyo. That does not always mean it is refused, so ask the admissions office.
Does University of Tokyo accept PTE Academic?
We found no PTE Academic minimum for University of Tokyo. That does not always mean it is refused, so ask the admissions office.
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