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The University of Shiga Prefecture

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Overview

The University of Shiga Prefecture (滋賀県立大学) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the small city of Hikone, Shiga, Japan. Established in 1995, The University of Shiga Prefecture (USP) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology. USP provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. This 31-year-old Japanese higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. Its acceptance rate is 20-29%. This makes it a very selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. USP also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, and administrative services.

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Control

The University of Shiga Prefecture's Control Typepublic

Entity

The University of Shiga Prefecture's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

The University of Shiga Prefecture' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

The University of Shiga Prefecture's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratevery selective

Identity

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Name (Non Latin) 滋賀県立大学
Acronym USP
Founded 1995
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Location

Address 2500 Hassakacho
Hikone
522-8533 Shiga
Japan
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The University of Shiga Prefecture Phone Number (749) 28 8200
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

The University of Shiga Prefecture 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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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 The University of Shiga Prefecture 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

The University of Shiga Prefecture Fields of Study and Degree Levels

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



The University of Shiga Prefecture: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
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degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
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Yes Yes Yes
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L&C Yes Yes
B&S
M&H
S&T Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

The University of Shiga Prefecture Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

The University of Shiga Prefecture Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of The University of Shiga Prefecture 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 The University of Shiga Prefecture.



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

Admissions

The University of Shiga Prefecture Admission Info


The University of Shiga Prefecture's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

The University of Shiga Prefecture is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


The University of Shiga Prefecture's Admission Selection Admission Selection

The University of Shiga Prefecture has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

The University of Shiga Prefecture'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


The University of Shiga Prefecture's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
The University of Shiga Prefecture has more than 25 international students.


The University of Shiga Prefecture'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 The University of Shiga Prefecture's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

The University of Shiga Prefecture Size and Profile


The University of Shiga Prefecture's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

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


The University of Shiga Prefecture's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

The University of Shiga Prefecture's academic staff ranges from 200 to 299 members.


The University of Shiga Prefecture's Control Type Control Type

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


The University of Shiga Prefecture's Entity Type Entity Type

The University of Shiga Prefecture 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.


The University of Shiga Prefecture's Campus Setting Campus Setting

The University of Shiga Prefecture's main campus setting is not reported.


The University of Shiga Prefecture's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

The University of Shiga Prefecture's adopted type of academic calendar is not reported.


The University of Shiga Prefecture's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

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The University of Shiga Prefecture is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

The University of Shiga Prefecture Facilities


The University of Shiga Prefecture's Library University Library

Yes Visit The University of Shiga Prefecture's Library


The University of Shiga Prefecture's Housing University Housing

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The University of Shiga Prefecture's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


The University of Shiga Prefecture's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

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The University of Shiga Prefecture's Financial Aid Financial Aid

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The University of Shiga Prefecture's Study Abroad Study Abroad

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The University of Shiga Prefecture's Distance Learning Distance Learning

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The University of Shiga Prefecture's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

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The University of Shiga Prefecture's Career Services Career Services

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Academic Structure

The University of Shiga Prefecture Organisational Structure

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

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  • School of Engineering
  • School of Environmental Science
  • School of Human Cultures
  • Engineering Graduate School
  • Environmental Science Graduate School
  • Human Cultures Graduate School

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Memberships and Affiliations

The University of Shiga Prefecture Affiliations and Memberships

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is The University of Shiga Prefecture public or private?

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

Is The University of Shiga Prefecture profit or non-profit?

The University of Shiga Prefecture 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 The University of Shiga Prefecture in terms of enrollment?

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

What is the size of The University of Shiga Prefecture in terms of academic staff?

The University of Shiga Prefecture's academic staff ranges from 200 to 299 members.

Is The University of Shiga Prefecture a coeducational institution?

The University of Shiga Prefecture is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does The University of Shiga Prefecture use?

The University of Shiga Prefecture's adopted type of academic calendar is not reported.

What religion is The University of Shiga Prefecture affiliated with?

None.

Does The University of Shiga Prefecture admit international students?

Yes. The University of Shiga Prefecture has more than 25 international students.

What is The University of Shiga Prefecture's acceptance rate and admission policy?

The University of Shiga Prefecture'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 and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend The University of Shiga Prefecture USP?

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

Where is The University of Shiga Prefecture USP located?

The University of Shiga Prefecture is located in Hikone, Shiga, Japan. Address: 2500 Hassakacho.

Is The University of Shiga Prefecture USP accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, The University of Shiga Prefecture is accredited by Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (since ).

Does The University of Shiga Prefecture offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does The University of Shiga Prefecture offer study abroad programs?

Not reported

Does The University of Shiga Prefecture have a university library?

Yes

Does The University of Shiga Prefecture provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does The University of Shiga Prefecture have sports facilities or activities?

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Does The University of Shiga Prefecture offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does The University of Shiga Prefecture offer career services?

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Does The University of Shiga Prefecture offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does The University of Shiga Prefecture have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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