Universities in Japan

Bukkyo University

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Overview

Bukkyo University (佛教大学) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the metropolis of Kyoto, Japan. Founded in 1887, Bukkyo University is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology. This institution provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees across several fields of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 139-year-old Japanese higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. Its acceptance rate is 30-39%. This makes it a very selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. Bukkyo University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Bukkyo University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Bukkyo University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Bukkyo University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Bukkyo University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratevery selective

Identity

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Name (Non Latin) 佛教大学
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Founded 1887
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Location

Address 96 Kitahananobocho, Murasakino, Kita-ku
Kyoto
603-8301 Kyoto
Japan
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Bukkyo University Phone Number (75) 491 2141
Bukkyo University Fax Number (75) 495 5724
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Bukkyo University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1999


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Bukkyo University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Japan University Accreditation Association (JUAA)
  • Japan Institution for Higher Education Evaluation (JIHEE)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Bukkyo University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Bukkyo University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Bukkyo University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Bukkyo University's academic range and degree level offering.



Bukkyo University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
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degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
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A&H Yes Yes Yes
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B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes
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Programs and Courses

Bukkyo University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Bukkyo University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Bukkyo University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Bukkyo University.



Bukkyo University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Bukkyo University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Bukkyo University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Bukkyo University Admission Info


Bukkyo University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Bukkyo University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Bukkyo University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Bukkyo University has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Bukkyo University's acceptance rate ranges from 30 to 39%, making it a very selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Bukkyo University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Bukkyo University's Admission Office Admission Office






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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Bukkyo University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Bukkyo University Size and Profile


Bukkyo University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Bukkyo University has a student enrollment ranging from 5,000 to 5,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Bukkyo University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Bukkyo University's academic staff ranges from 200 to 299 members.


Bukkyo University's Control Type Control Type

Bukkyo University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Bukkyo University's Entity Type Entity Type

Bukkyo University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Bukkyo University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Bukkyo University's main campus setting is not reported.


Bukkyo University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Bukkyo University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Bukkyo University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Bukkyo University is Buddhist Religious Affiliation

Buddhist. Jodo sect, Mahayana Buddhism



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Facilities and Services

Bukkyo University Facilities


Bukkyo University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Bukkyo University's Library


Bukkyo University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Bukkyo University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


Bukkyo University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

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Bukkyo University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Bukkyo University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Bukkyo University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Bukkyo University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Bukkyo University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Bukkyo University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Bukkyo University consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Bukkyo University
  • Faculty of Buddhism
  • Faculty of Literature
  • Faculty of History
  • Faculty of Education
  • Faculty of Sociology
  • Faculty of Social Welfare
  • Faculty of Health Sciences
  • Graduate School of Letters
  • Graduate School of Education
  • Graduate School of Sociology
  • Graduate School of Social Welfare

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Memberships and Affiliations

Bukkyo University Affiliations and Memberships

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bukkyo University public or private?

Bukkyo University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Bukkyo University profit or non-profit?

Bukkyo University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Bukkyo University in terms of enrollment?

Bukkyo University has a student enrollment ranging from 5,000 to 5,999, making it a small-sized institution.

What is the size of Bukkyo University in terms of academic staff?

Bukkyo University's academic staff ranges from 200 to 299 members.

Is Bukkyo University a coeducational institution?

Bukkyo University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Bukkyo University use?

Bukkyo University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Bukkyo University affiliated with?

Buddhist. Jodo sect, Mahayana Buddhism

Does Bukkyo University admit international students?

Yes.

What is Bukkyo University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Bukkyo University's acceptance rate ranges from 30 to 39%, making it a very selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Bukkyo University ?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: Not reported. International students: Not reported. Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Bukkyo University located?

Bukkyo University is located in Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan. Address: 96 Kitahananobocho, Murasakino, Kita-ku.

Is Bukkyo University accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Bukkyo University is accredited by Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (since 1999).

Does Bukkyo University offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does Bukkyo University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Bukkyo University have a university library?

Yes

Does Bukkyo University provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Bukkyo University have sports facilities or activities?

Not reported

Does Bukkyo University offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Bukkyo University offer career services?

Not reported

Does Bukkyo University offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Bukkyo University have an institutional hospital?

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