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- August 2025
Certificate Issuance Service (Including Convenience Store Printing)
Starting in September 2025, we will launch a new certificate issuance service. Various types of certificates can be requested and paid for online through this service. Certificates can be printed at multi-function copy machines located in convenience stores in Japan, including Seven-Eleven, FamilyMart, and Lawson. In addition to convenience store printing, certificates can also be received by postal mail or sent as digital certificates (PDF format) via online delivery.
Start Dates for Certificate Issuance Service (Online Application):
For current students: From September 1, 10:00 AM
For graduates / former students: From September 4, 10:00 AM - ■ Academic Transcripts Including Spring Semester 2025 Grades
Available from September 10, 2025.
■ Graduation Certificates for Students Graduating in September
Available from September 10, 2025.
■ Certificates of Expected Graduation
Available from the first day of classes in the final academic year.
For students admitted in the autumn semester: From September 29, 2025
User Guide
- Issuance Suspension Schedule *Please make sure to check before applying.
- How to Apply for and Receive Certificates
- 課程関係証明書(教員免許状取得見込証明書、学力に関する証明書等)の発行
発行をオンラインで申請する場合は、事前に「課程関係証明書の発行について」を参照し、手続きを行ってください。 - Extension or Change of Residence Status (“Student”)
Log in to “My Sophia” and go to the “Academics > Center for Academic Affairs” page. In the “Application Forms for International Students” folder, please read the instructions and download the application form. - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Inquiries Regarding Certificates (Graduation, Transcript, etc.)
Center for Academic Affairs(Academic Records)
Email:academic-certificate-co[a]sophia.ac.jp
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