University of Tokyo MPP/IP; Has anyone gotten in without having to do GRE?

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1. This is a copy of your post for archive/search purposes.

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   **University of Tokyo MPP/IP; Has anyone gotten in without having to do GRE?**

   Hi!

   As the title suggest, I am trying seeing if there are cases of people getting accepted into Tokyo Uni’s MPP/IP master’s program without having done the GRE exam. Personally I don’t think I will be able to study for the GRE in time due to personal reasons.

   I understand that the GRE is tagged under “strongly recommended” in their website, but I have came across some people online saying that the admissions board care more about your referrals and personal statement.

   I am wondering if my current status with a GRE would put me in a considerable position i.e., currently sitting at a first class honours in my Uni (UK) and have quite a decent portfolio catered towards MPP/IP (was able to secure a scholarship with my country’s government and will have a role as a civil servant in the future).

   Thanks!

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2. I would think so, especially since there is a professionals tracks where work experience is prioritised. GRE generally is going to bear much more weight if you have no or little work experience, so that’s something to consider.