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Otaru University of Commerce

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Overview

Otaru University of Commerce (小樽商科大学) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Otaru, Hokkaido, Japan. Founded in 1910, Otaru University of Commerce (OUC) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology. OUC 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 116-year-old Japanese higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The acceptance rate is 20-29%. This places it among a very selective. International students are welcome to apply. OUC also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

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Control

Otaru University of Commerce's Control Typepublic

Entity

Otaru University of Commerce's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Otaru University of Commerce' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Otaru University of Commerce's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratevery selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) 小樽商科大学
Acronym OUC
Founded 1910
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Location

Address 3-5-21 Midori
Otaru
047-8501 Hokkaido
Japan
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Otaru University of Commerce Phone Number (134) 27 5206
Otaru University of Commerce Fax Number (134) 27 5264
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

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

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Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Otaru University of Commerce Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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



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

Otaru University of Commerce Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Otaru University of Commerce Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Otaru University of Commerce 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 Otaru University of Commerce.



Otaru University of Commerce: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro)
International
students		 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro)

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

Admissions

Otaru University of Commerce Admission Info


Otaru University of Commerce's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

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


Otaru University of Commerce's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Otaru University of Commerce has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Otaru University of Commerce's acceptance rate ranges from 20 to 29%, 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


Otaru University of Commerce's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Otaru University of Commerce's Admission Office Admission Office

3-5-21, Midori
Otaru 047-8501
(134) 27 5253


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Size and Profile

Otaru University of Commerce Size and Profile


Otaru University of Commerce's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Otaru University of Commerce has a student enrollment ranging from 2,000 to 2,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Otaru University of Commerce's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Otaru University of Commerce's academic staff ranges from 200 to 299 members.


Otaru University of Commerce's Control Type Control Type

Otaru University of Commerce is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Otaru University of Commerce's Entity Type Entity Type

Otaru University of Commerce 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.


Otaru University of Commerce's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Otaru University of Commerce's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Otaru University of Commerce's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Otaru University of Commerce 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.


Otaru University of Commerce's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

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Otaru University of Commerce is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

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Otaru University of Commerce's Library University Library

Yes Visit Otaru University of Commerce's Library


Otaru University of Commerce's Housing University Housing

Yes


Otaru University of Commerce's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Otaru University of Commerce's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

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Otaru University of Commerce's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Otaru University of Commerce's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Otaru University of Commerce's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Otaru University of Commerce's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

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Otaru University of Commerce's Career Services Career Services

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Academic Structure

Otaru University of Commerce Organisational Structure

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

Otaru University of Commerce
  • Faculty of Commerce
  • Graduate School of Commerce

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Memberships and Affiliations

Otaru University of Commerce Affiliations and Memberships

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Otaru University of Commerce public or private?

Otaru University of Commerce is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Otaru University of Commerce profit or non-profit?

Otaru University of Commerce 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 Otaru University of Commerce in terms of enrollment?

Otaru University of Commerce has a student enrollment ranging from 2,000 to 2,999, making it a small-sized institution.

What is the size of Otaru University of Commerce in terms of academic staff?

Otaru University of Commerce's academic staff ranges from 200 to 299 members.

Is Otaru University of Commerce a coeducational institution?

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

What academic calendar does Otaru University of Commerce use?

Otaru University of Commerce 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 Otaru University of Commerce affiliated with?

None.

Does Otaru University of Commerce admit international students?

Yes.

What is Otaru University of Commerce's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Otaru University of Commerce's acceptance rate ranges from 20 to 29%, making it a very selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.

How much does it cost to attend Otaru University of Commerce OUC?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro). International students: 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Otaru University of Commerce OUC located?

Otaru University of Commerce is located in Otaru, Hokkaido, Japan. Address: 3-5-21 Midori.

Is Otaru University of Commerce OUC accredited and legally recognised?

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

Does Otaru University of Commerce offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Otaru University of Commerce offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Otaru University of Commerce have a university library?

Yes

Does Otaru University of Commerce provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does Otaru University of Commerce have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Otaru University of Commerce offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Otaru University of Commerce offer career services?

Not reported

Does Otaru University of Commerce offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Otaru University of Commerce have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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