Keio University

Tokyo, Japan · Private university · established 1858

Bachelor's, Master's, PhDLast checked: 25 October 2026

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Overview

Quick answer: Keio University is a private university in Tokyo, Japan, offering bachelor's, master's, PhD programmes. Indicative international tuition is JPY 1,200,000 to JPY 1,900,000 a year; English: IELTS 6.5 overall or equivalent.

Location

Tokyo, Japan

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Type

Private

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Established

1858

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Levels

Bachelor's, Master's, PhD

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Indicative tuition

JPY 1,200,000 to JPY 1,900,000 a year

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In taka (approx.)

about BDT 9.7 lakh to BDT 15.4 lakh a year

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English (typical)

IELTS 6.5 overall or equivalent

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Official website

www.keio.ac.jp/en

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Popular subject areas

Subject areas where Keio University offers programmes. Open a subject to compare other universities.

Business & MBA Economics & Finance Medicine & Pharmacy Law Engineering

Fees and cost of study (estimate in BDT)

Item (per year)	JPY	BDT (approx.)
Tuition (mid-range estimate)	JPY 1,550,000	BDT 12.6 lakh
Living costs (typical, 12 months)	JPY 1,440,000	BDT 11.7 lakh
Total first year	JPY 2,990,000	BDT 24.2 lakh

Estimate only, using rates of 25 October 2026. The official visa funds rule for Japan is in our Japan guide.

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Admission requirements and documents

Typical documents for Bangladeshi applicants. The programme page decides the final list.

Passport valid for the whole course (renew early if it expires within 18 months)
SSC and HSC (or O/A level) certificates and mark sheets; bachelor's certificate and transcript for postgraduate study
English test result (IELTS Academic, PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT or Duolingo, as the university accepts) or a medium-of-instruction letter where accepted
Statement of purpose or motivation letter written by you, plus CV
Two recommendation letters where the programme asks for them
Sponsor documents: bank statement and solvency certificate, sponsor's income proof, TIN and tax return acknowledgement
Birth certificate or NID; names and dates must match the passport and certificates

How to apply to Keio University

Where to apply: on the official admissions or international students page of www.keio.ac.jp/en or through the official system below. The full list of programmes and every subject is in the official course catalogue there.

Official application systems for Japan

Study in Japan (official guide, MEXT and EJU)

Step by step

Pick the exact programme on the official course list and note its deadline.
Check the academic entry rule, the English requirement (IELTS, TOEFL, PTE or Duolingo) and any test (SAT, GRE, GMAT) for that programme.
Prepare documents: passport, attested SSC/HSC/bachelor's certificates and transcripts, English score, SOP or personal statement, recommendation letters, CV.
Apply through the official portal or the institution's own application system and pay the application fee (some waive it).
Attend an interview or test if asked, then receive a conditional or unconditional offer.
Accept the offer, pay any deposit, and prepare proof of funds and sponsor documents.
Receive the visa document (CAS, I-20, CoE, LOA or admission letter) and apply for the student visa.
Book accommodation and flights, then complete arrival registration.

Timeline (typical, plan backwards from the start date)

Intakes in Japan: Check the programme page; most countries have one or two main intakes a year.

When	What to do
12 to 10 months before	Shortlist programmes, check entry and English rules, book IELTS or another test.
10 to 7 months	Prepare attested documents, SOP and recommendation letters; apply (scholarships close earliest).
6 to 3 months	Receive offers, accept one, pay the deposit, arrange funds and sponsor papers.
3 to 1 months	Visa application, biometrics, medical or TB test if required, accommodation.
Last month	Flights, pre-departure checklist, arrival and registration.

Application deadlines differ by programme; scholarship deadlines come first. Confirm every date on the official page. Confirm with counsellor

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Student visa for Japan

The Japanese Government (MEXT) scholarship is the main route for many Bangladeshi students; the embassy round opens around May.

Watch the embassy notice (around April to May).
Apply with documents; sit the exam and interview.
Secure a university placement or supervisor.

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Scholarships to look at

MEXT (Japanese Government) Scholarship (Bachelor's, Master's, PhD)

Also check the university's own scholarships page. No scholarship is guaranteed.

Frequently asked questions

What is the tuition fee at Keio University for Bangladeshi students?

Indicative tuition is JPY 1,200,000 to JPY 1,900,000 a year (about BDT 9.7 lakh upwards). Fees differ by programme and year, so check the official fee page before you apply.

What IELTS score does Keio University need?

Many programmes ask for about IELTS 6.5 overall, but some ask for more. Check the English requirement on the programme page.

Can Bangladeshi students apply to Keio University?

Yes. Bangladeshi applicants apply as international students. Entry depends on the programme's academic, English and document requirements.

How do I get a student visa for Japan?

After you receive your offer, follow the Japan student visa steps in our Japan guide. Our counsellors can review your file before you submit.

How do I apply to Keio University?

Apply on the official admissions page of www.keio.ac.jp/en or through Study in Japan (official guide, MEXT and EJU). Prepare your passport, attested certificates, English score and statement first, and apply well before the deadline.