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Waseda Daigaku

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world rank  388

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Overview

Established in 1882, the Waseda University (Waseda 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, Waseda University is a very large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 45,000-49,999 students) coeducational Japanese higher education institution. Waseda 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 141-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. Waseda University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Waseda Daigaku's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Waseda Daigaku's Entity Typenot reported

Size

Waseda Daigaku' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

Waseda Daigaku's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateextremely selective

University Profile

Name (English)
Name Waseda Daigaku
Name (Non Latin) 早稲田大学
Acronym
Founded 1882
Motto Independence of Learning
Colours Maroon
Mascot Waseda Bear
Video Presentation

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(3) 3204 2253
Waseda Daigaku Fax Number +81 (3) 3202 8583

Waseda Daigaku's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View

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 Waseda Daigaku'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 Waseda Daigaku's academic range and degree level offering.




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Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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You can also explore our new A-Z Guide to 8,100 University Programs, Courses and Degrees to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects, salary expectations of each course/program/degree.

Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees represent the cost that a student is billed by a university for one academic year of full-time study. Check out our guide article on tuition fees and financial aid options to gain further insights.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Waseda Daigaku'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 Waseda Daigaku.

Waseda Daigaku: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
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Admission Info

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 Policy

uniRank publishes below some basic Waseda Daigaku's admission information.

Waseda Daigaku's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Waseda Daigaku's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Waseda Daigaku a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Waseda Daigaku's acceptance rate range is 0-9% making this institution an extremely selective higher education institution.


Waseda Daigaku's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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

Waseda University has more than 6000 international students.

Waseda Daigaku's Admission Office Admission Office






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Profile and Size

Introduction

When deciding on a university or evaluating its worth, university size and profile hold significance. Here are potential reasons why university size and profile can influence students' choices.


Profile and Size

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Waseda Daigaku.

Waseda Daigaku's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Waseda Daigaku has an enrollment range of 45,000-49,999 students making it a very large-sized institution.


Waseda Daigaku's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 3,000-3,499 academic employees (Faculty).


Waseda Daigaku's Control Type Control Type

Waseda Daigaku is a private higher education institution.


Waseda Daigaku's Entity Type Entity Type

Not reported


Waseda Daigaku's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Waseda Daigaku's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Waseda Daigaku does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

Curious about the most prevalent university facilities and services? Delve into our two guide articles on University Facilities and University Services for more insights.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Waseda Daigaku's main facilities:


Waseda Daigaku's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Waseda Daigaku's Library


Waseda Daigaku's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Waseda Daigaku's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Waseda Daigaku's main services:


Waseda Daigaku's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

Waseda Daigaku's Study Abroad Study Abroad

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

Waseda Daigaku's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Waseda Daigaku's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

Waseda Daigaku's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Accreditation and Recognition

Introduction

Various countries have diverse types of legal recognition and quality assessment for higher education institutions, depending on their legal and higher education systems... explore our article on university accreditation and recognition for further information.


Waseda Daigaku's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Accreditation or Recognition

Waseda Daigaku is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1952


Programmatic or Specialized Accreditations

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

  • Japan University Accreditation Association (JUAA)


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Affiliations and Memberships

Introduction

University affiliations and memberships with external organizations can hold significance for various reasons... explore our article on university affiliations and memberships for further insights.


Affiliations and Memberships

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

  • Association of Pacific Rim Universities (APRU)
  • Universitas 21 (U21)
  • Open Education Consortium (OEC)

Academic Divisions

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of disciplines and fields of study 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 Divisions

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


Facebook Facebook

Waseda Daigaku's Facebook page Waseda Daigaku's official Facebook page

Twitter Twitter

Waseda Daigaku's Twitter page Waseda Daigaku's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Waseda Daigaku's YouTube channel Waseda Daigaku's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Waseda Daigaku's Instagram page Waseda Daigaku's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Waseda Daigaku's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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Waseda Daigaku 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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