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Nihon University

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world rank  596

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Overview

Nihon University (日本大学) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the large metropolis of Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 1889, Nihon University is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology. This institution offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details or use the website search engine below. This 136-year-old Japanese higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International students are welcome to apply. Nihon University also provides students with several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, and administrative services.

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Control

Nihon University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Nihon University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Nihon University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

Nihon University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) 日本大学
Acronym
Founded 1889
Motto
Colours Pink
Mascot Phoenix

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Location

Address 4-8-24 Kudan-Minami, Chiyoda-ku
Tokyo
102-8275 Tokyo
Japan
Nihon University's location map and satellite view Location Map
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Nihon University Phone Number (3) 5275 8110
Nihon University Fax Number (3) 5275 8315
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

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

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1952


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Japan University Accreditation Association (JUAA)


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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 Nihon 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

Nihon University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Nihon 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 Nihon University's academic range and degree level offering.



Nihon University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes
L&C Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

Nihon University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Nihon University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Nihon 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 Nihon University.



Nihon University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 Not reported Not reported
International
students		 Not reported Not reported

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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 Nihon University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Nihon University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Nihon University Admission Info


Nihon University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


Nihon University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Nihon University has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Nihon University 's acceptance rate is not reported.


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


Nihon University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Nihon 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 Nihon University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Nihon University Size and Profile


Nihon University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Nihon University has a student enrollment of more than 50,000 students, making it a very large-sized institution.


Nihon University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Nihon University's academic staff ranges from 2,500 to 2,999 members.


Nihon University's Control Type Control Type

Nihon 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.


Nihon University's Entity Type Entity Type

Nihon 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.


Nihon University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Nihon University's main campus setting is not reported.


Nihon University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Nihon 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.


Nihon University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Nihon University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Nihon University Facilities


Nihon University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Nihon University's Library


Nihon University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Nihon University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


Nihon University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Nihon University Services


Nihon University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Nihon University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


Nihon University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Nihon University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Nihon University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Nihon University Organisational Structure

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

Nihon University
  • College of Art
  • College of Bioresource Sciences
  • College of Commerce
  • College of Economics
  • College of Engineering
  • College of Humanities and Sciences
  • College of Industrial Technology
  • College of International Relations
  • College of Law
  • College of Science and Technology
  • College of Sports Sciences
  • School of Dentistry
  • Graduate School of Art
  • Graduate School of Business Administration
  • Graduate School of Dentistry At Matsudo
  • Graduate School of Economics
  • Graduate School of Engineering
  • Graduate School of Industrial Technology
  • Graduate School of Integrated Basic Sciences
  • Graduate School of International Relations
  • Graduate School of Journalism and Media
  • Graduate School of Law
  • Graduate School of Literature and Social Sciences
  • Graduate School of Science and Technology

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Memberships and Affiliations

Nihon University Affiliations and Memberships

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Official Social Media Channels

Facebook Facebook

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X X (Twitter)

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Free Online Courses

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nihon University public or private?

Nihon 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 Nihon University profit or non-profit?

Nihon 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 Nihon University in terms of enrollment?

Nihon University has a student enrollment of more than 50,000 students, making it a very large-sized institution.

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

Nihon University's academic staff ranges from 2,500 to 2,999 members.

Is Nihon University a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does Nihon University use?

Nihon 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 Nihon University affiliated with?

None.

Does Nihon University admit international students?

Yes.

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

Nihon University 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.

How much does it cost to attend Nihon University ?

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

Where is Nihon University located?

Nihon University is located in Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan. Address: 4-8-24 Kudan-Minami, Chiyoda-ku.

Is Nihon University accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Nihon University is accredited by Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (since 1952).

Does Nihon University offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does Nihon University offer study abroad programs?

Not reported

Does Nihon University have a university library?

Yes

Does Nihon University provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Nihon University have sports facilities or activities?

Not reported

Does Nihon University offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Nihon University offer career services?

Not reported

Does Nihon University offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Nihon University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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