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Shimane University

country rank  76
world rank  1751

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Overview

Established in 1949, the Shimane University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Matsue (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Shimane. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan, Shimane University is a medium sized (uniRank enrollment range: 6,000-6,999 students) coeducational Japanese higher education institution. Shimane University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 76-year-old Japanese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The acceptance rate range is 20-29% making this Japanese higher education organization a very selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. Shimane University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Shimane University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Shimane University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Shimane University' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium sized

Selectivity

Shimane University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratevery selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin) 島根大学
Acronym
Founded 1949
Motto
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University Location

Address 1060 Nishikawatsucho
Matsue
690-8504 Shimane
Japan
Shimane University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Shimane University Phone Number (852) 32 6100
Shimane University Fax Number (852) 32 6059
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

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




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Shimane 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 Shimane University.



Shimane University: 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) Not reported

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Shimane University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Shimane University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 20-29% 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


Shimane University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Shimane University has more than 100 international students.

Shimane University's Admission Office Admission Office

1060 Nishikawatsu-cho
Matsue



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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Shimane University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 6,000 to 6,999, making it a medium-sized institution.


Shimane University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 700 to 799 members.


Shimane University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


Shimane University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Shimane University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a suburban setting.


Shimane University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution 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.


Shimane University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Shimane University is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Shimane University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Shimane University's Library


Shimane University's Housing University Housing

Yes


Shimane University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Shimane University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Shimane University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Shimane University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Shimane University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Shimane University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Shimane University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Shimane University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Shimane University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

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Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Shimane University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics for some of Shimane University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and as an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing, and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.


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