Founded in 1899, the Ritsumeikan University (Ritsumeikan Daigaku) is a private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Kyoto (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan, Ritsumeikan University is a very large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 30,000-34,999 students) coeducational Japanese higher education institution. Ritsumeikan University 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. This 124-year-old Japanese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The acceptance rate range is 10-19% making this Japanese higher education organization an extremely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. Ritsumeikan University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.
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Name | Ritsumeikan University |
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Name (Non Latin) | 立命館大学 |
Name (English) | Ritsumeikan Daigaku |
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Founded | 1899 |
Motto | Beyond Borders |
Mascot | Panthera Pardus |
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Address | 8 Nishinokyo-Higashi-Toganoocho, Nakagyo-ku Kyoto 604-8520 Kyoto Japan |
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+81 (75) 813 8137 | |
+81 (75) 465 8160 |
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The following Ritsumeikan University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix 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 Ritsumeikan University's academic range and degree level offering.
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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.
uniRank publishes below some basic Ritsumeikan University's admission information.
This institution admits Men and Women (coed).
Has Ritsumeikan University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations.
Ritsumeikan University's acceptance rate range is 10-19% making this institution an extremely selective higher education institution.
International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.
Ritsumeikan University has more than 3400 international students.Tip: search for Ritsumeikan University's admission policy with the uniRank Search Engine
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uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Ritsumeikan University.
Ritsumeikan University has an enrollment range of 30,000-34,999 students making it a very large-sized institution.
This institution has a range of 2,000-2,499 academic employees (Faculty).
Ritsumeikan University is a private higher education institution.
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This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.
This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.
Ritsumeikan University does not have any religious affiliation.
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uniRank provides below an overview of Ritsumeikan University's main facilities:
This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.
uniRank provides below an overview of Ritsumeikan University's main services:
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This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.
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Ritsumeikan 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
1952
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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 academic divisions and a simplified 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.
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Ritsumeikan University's X (formerly Twitter) page
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Ritsumeikan University's YouTube channel
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Ritsumeikan University's Instagram page
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Ritsumeikan University's main LinkedIn profile
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