OpenFieldMaster of Arts in Sociology and Community Welfare Policy
Two-year research-intensive master's degree investigating aging societies, child poverty alleviation, social welfare institutional reform, and urban community resilience in Kanagawa.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Bachelor's degree in Sociology, Social Work, or related field.
- English language proficiency
- JLPT N1 required.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Detailed empirical research plan, bachelor's thesis, and academic CV.
- Recommendation letters
- Two academic referee letters.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Graduate scholarship awards up to ¥400,000 per academic year
- Application fee
- ¥200,000
- Tuition / joining costs
- ¥760,000 per year
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- February 1, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Meiji Gakuin University - Yokohama Campus documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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