UNU-IAS assists students from the time of their registration to graduation, acknowledging that students may experience difficulties adjusting to a new country and culture. An induction programme is conducted at the beginning of the academic session, introducing students to the staff responsible for specific student services, and familiarizing students with the campus through a tour of the facilities.
Library
The UNU Library functions to support the research programmes, teaching and other activities of UNU-IAS. The collection contains over 27,000 books and a range of electronic resources including eBooks, eJournals, and UN related materials. All students are provided with a comprehensive library orientation session at the beginning of the course. Students also have access to the libraries of International Christian University, Ochanomizu University, Sophia University and the National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies.
Housing
There are no UNU housing facilities available. Admitted students are provided with a handbook that provides information and advice on finding housing in Tokyo. Students are expected to secure their own housing for this programme. If you would like to live in TIEC, the international residence halls, UNU-IAS will apply for a room there on your behalf.
Living Costs
The approximate cost to live in Tokyo for one year is $18,000. Below we provide an estimate of average costs for monthly housing and living expenses for students in Tokyo:
- Rent (central Tokyo): JPY 80,000 / $778
- Utilities (gas, electricity, water): JPY 8,000 / $78
- Compulsory National Health Insurance: JPY 3,000 / $30
- Communication (mobile, internet connection): JPY 10,000 / $98
- Transportation: JPY 10,000 / $98
- Food: JPY 32,000 / $331
- Books: JPY 9,000 / $87
Monthly total: JPY 152,000 / $1,500
UNU-IAS Academic Calendar 2023–2024
| Autumn Semester | 1 September 2023 – 7 February 2024 (Make-up period: 5 February – 7 February 2024) |
| Winter Break | 23 December 2023 – 3 January 2024 |
| Spring Break | 8 February – 31 March 2024 |
| Spring Semester | 1 April – 18 July 2024 (Make-up period: 16 – 18 July 2024) |
| Summer Break | 19 July – 31 August 2024 |
UNU Official Holidays 2024
| February | 23 February |
| April | 10 April |
| May | 3 & 6 May |
| June | 17 June |
| July | 15 July |
| August | 12 August |
| September | 16 September |
| October | 14 October |
| November | 4 November |
UNU-IAS Academic Calendar 2024–2025
| Autumn Semester | 2 September 2024 – 5 February 2025 (Make-up period: 3 February – 5 February 2025) |
| Winter Break | 23 December 2024 – 5 January 2025 |
| Spring Break | 6 February – 31 March 2025 |
| Spring Semester | 1 April – 17 July 2025 (Make-up period: 14 – 16 July 2025) |
| Summer Break | 17 July – 31 August 2025 |
All dates are subject to change.