Overview
Established in 1913, the Sophia University (Jochi Daigaku) is a private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Tokyo (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan, Sophia University is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational Japanese higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Sophia 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 111-year-old Japanese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The acceptance rate range is 0-9% making this Japanese higher education organization an extremely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. Sophia 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.
University Snapshot
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private
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large-sized
Selectivity
extremely selective
University Identity
| Name | Sophia University  |
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| Name (Non Latin) | 上智大学 |
| Name (English) | Jochi Daigaku |
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| Founded | 1913 |
| Motto | Lux Veritatis Light of Truth |
| Colours | Dark red |
| Mascot | Sophia-Kun the Eagle |
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University Location
| Address | 7-1 Kioicho, Chiyoda-ku Tokyo 102-8554 Tokyo Japan |
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+81 (3) 3238 3111 |
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+81 (3) 3238 3885 |
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Social Media
Introduction
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Social Media
uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Sophia University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.
Sophia University's Facebook page
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Sophia University's Instagram page
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