Tokyo International University E-Track: Earn Your Degree in Business, Digital Innovation, or International Relations—All in English in Tokyo

Thinking about earning a degree in Japan in English? Tokyo International University’s E‑Track Program lets you study business, digital innovation, or international relations right in the heart of the world’s No. 2 student city—Tokyo—while paying tuition that is often lower than many Western universities. Scroll on to discover why TIU E‑Track might be the smartest global decision you make this year.

Why Choose TIU E‑Track in Tokyo?

World‑class student city. Tokyo ranks second globally in the QS Best Student Cities 2026, praised for employer activity, safety, and cultural richness (QS ranking).

Brand‑new urban campus. In Fall 2023 TIU opened its sleek Ikebukuro Campus—just a five‑minute walk from Ikebukuro Station and Sunshine City (Ikebukuro Campus overview).

Diverse community. More than 1,700 international students from 100+ countries study alongside 5,500 Japanese peers (TIU E‑Track official site).

Academic Programs & Curriculum

Undergraduate Majors

E‑Track offers three English‑medium bachelor’s majors—Business Economics, International Relations, and Digital Business & Innovation (Program list). Coursework integrates case studies, data analytics, and field projects with Japanese multinationals.

Graduate Tracks

Master’s degrees in Digital Business & Innovation and in International Relations emphasise research methods and capstone theses, preparing you for doctoral study or industry leadership (Graduate overview).

Learning Environment

Small seminar‑style classes (average 25 students) mean professors know you by name. Collaborative projects pair international and Japanese students, giving you teamwork skills prized by employers in Asia‑Pacific and beyond.

Admissions & Scholarships

Applications open twice a year—April (Spring 3 intake) and September (Fall 1 intake). You can apply entirely online and do pas need prior Japanese (How to Apply).

Tuition Snapshot

Programme	First‑Year Total (¥)	Years 2‑4 Annual (¥)
Business Economics / International Relations	1,670,000	1,620,000
Digital Business & Innovation	1,770,000	1,720,000

Figures include tuition, operations fee, and the one‑time enrollment fee (Official fee table).

Generous Scholarships

• TIU Tuition Reduction Scholarship (30–100 % off tuition for four years)
• Model United Nations Scholarship (¥250,000 enrollment fee waiver)
• Japanese Government (MEXT) Embassy Scholarship—full tuition + stipend

Roughly 80 % of E‑Track students receive some level of tuition reduction (Scholarship details; MEXT info).

Campus Life in Ikebukuro

Location Perks

Ikebukuro is a 24/7 cultural playground—anime shops, live‑house music, and ramen alleys are steps from the main gate. High‑speed rail links get you to Shinjuku in 5 min and the Shinkansen in 15 min.

Housing & Living Costs

First‑semester dorms range ¥151,000–¥250,500, then many students share apartments for about ¥60,000/month plus utilities (Dorm fees; Cost‑of‑living guide).

Student Voices

“TIU has been the compass guiding my academic journey,” says Malhar from India (Student Voice page).

Career Outcomes & Global Network

TIU graduates land roles at multinational giants such as Hitachi, Rakuten, and PwC Japan, or pursue master’s/PhD study worldwide. Career Development counselors offer résumé clinics, mock interviews, and direct introductions to 200+ partner firms each year.

The university’s Oregon branch—Tokyo International University of America—gives E‑Track students an optional semester in the United States and access to its 8,000‑strong alumni network.