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Doshisha University

country rank  24
world rank  1102

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Overview

Founded in 1920, the Doshisha University (Doshisha 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, Doshisha University (DU) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 25,000-29,999 students) coeducational Japanese higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Protestant religion. Doshisha University (DU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), 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 104-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. DU 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

Control

Doshisha University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Doshisha University's Entity Typenot reported

Size

Doshisha University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Doshisha University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateextremely selective

University Identity

Name
Name (Non Latin) 同志社大学
Name (English) Doshisha Daigaku
Acronym DU
Founded 1920 Origins date back to 1875
Motto Veritas Liberabit Vos
The Truth Shall Set You Free (John 8:32)
Colours White and purple
Mascot Astro Boy
Video Presentation

n.a.; please submit an official Doshisha University general video presentation.

University Location

Address 601 Gembucho, Imadegawadorikarasumahigashiiru, Kamigyo-ku
Kyoto
602-8580 Kyoto
Japan
Doshisha University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Doshisha University Phone Number +81 (75) 251 3110
Doshisha University Fax Number +81 (75) 251 3057

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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 Doshisha 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 Doshisha University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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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 Doshisha University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Doshisha University.

Doshisha University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
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International
students
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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

uniRank publishes below some basic Doshisha University's admission information.

Doshisha University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Doshisha University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Doshisha University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Doshisha University's acceptance rate range is 10-19% making this institution an extremely selective higher education institution.


Doshisha University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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

Doshisha University has more than 1100 international students.

Doshisha University's Admission Office Admission Office






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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

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Doshisha University.

Doshisha University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Doshisha University has an enrollment range of 25,000-29,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


Doshisha University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 1,500-1,999 academic employees (Faculty).


Doshisha University's Control Type Control Type

Doshisha University is a private higher education institution.


Doshisha University's Entity Type Entity Type

Not reported


Doshisha University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Doshisha University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Doshisha University is Christian-Protestant Religious Affiliation

Doshisha University has a Christian-Protestant affiliation.


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

uniRank provides below an overview of Doshisha University's main facilities:


Doshisha University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Doshisha University's Library


Doshisha University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Doshisha University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Doshisha University's main services:


Doshisha University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

Doshisha University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Doshisha University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Doshisha University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

Doshisha 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.


Doshisha University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Doshisha 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


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Doshisha University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Japan University Accreditation Association (JUAA)


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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

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Doshisha University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Open Education Consortium (OEC)
  • Association of Christian Universities and Colleges in Asia (ACUCA)

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 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.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Doshisha 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 of some Doshisha University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Doshisha University's Facebook page Doshisha University's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Doshisha University's X (formerly Twitter) page Doshisha University's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Doshisha University's YouTube channel Doshisha University's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

Doshisha University's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

The Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization develops, implements and supports open education.
Doshisha University is a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization and publishes open courseware such as free video lectures and course materials.


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