This is a general layout of the schedule. Please refer to the university website for the exact dates and information about the admission.
https://www.sophia.ac.jp/eng/admissions/ug_p/en_ug/fla/index.html
Admissions schedule – April Entry
First Period
Admission Period: August – September
Admission Result: October
Second Period*
Admission Period: November – December
Admission Result: February
* Only for Freshmen applicants who hold valid status of residence in Japan
Admissions schedule – September Entry
First Period
Admission Period: November – December
Admission Result: February
Second Period
Admission Period: March – April
Admission Result: May
Required documents
Sophia University “Faculty of Liberal Arts” (FLA) requires prospective students to submit several documents. One of the required documents is a written essay of about 500 words about their motivation for studying at FLA.
Additionally, if the student’s previous education system was one in which the first language is NOT English, then they are required to submit a certificate to prove their English proficiency. Acceptable types of certification are TOEFL or IELTS.
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