PhD in Economics in Japan

5 phd programmes in economics at 4 universities in Japan are open to international students; 100% are taught in English. The median yearly tuition is 3,372 USD, with the middle half of programmes charging between 3,372 USD and 3,372 USD.

Data as of August 28, 2026 · computed from Global Admissions data · amounts in USD

Economics programmes

5 programmes

Universities for economics in Japan

PhD in Economics in Japan: common questions

How many economics programmes are there in Japan?
5 economics phd programmes at 4 universities in Japan are open to international students, as of August 28, 2026.
How much does a economics degree in Japan cost?
The median yearly tuition for phd programmes in economics in Japan is 3,372 USD. The middle half of programmes charge between 3,372 USD and 3,372 USD per year.
Can I study economics in Japan in English?
Yes — 100% of the economics programmes in Japan in our catalogue are taught in English (5 of 5).

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