University of the Ryukyus

country rank  55
world rank  1616

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University Overview

Founded in 1950, University of the Ryukyus is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Nishihara (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Okinawa. This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Nakagusuku, Ginowan. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan, University of the Ryukyus is a medium-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 8,000-8,999 students) coeducational Japanese higher education institution. University of the Ryukyus offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 72 years old Japanese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 20-30% making this Japanese higher education organization a very selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. University of the Ryukyus 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.

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University Identity

Name
Name 琉球大学
Acronym
Founded 1950

University Location

Address 1 Senbaru
Nishihara
903-0213 Okinawa
Japan
Tel +81 (98) 895 8131
Fax +81 (98) 895 8102
Other locations Nakagusuku, Ginowan

Study Areas and Degree Levels


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Yearly Tuition Range

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students
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students
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University Admissions

Gender Men and Women (coed)
International Students Yes, international applicants are welcome to apply for admission
Selection Type Yes, based on entrance examinations
Admission Rate 20-30%
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Size and Profile

Student Enrollment 8,000-8,999
Academic Staff Not reported
Control Type Public
Entity Type Non-Profit
Academic Calendar Semesters
Campus Setting Urban
Religious Affiliation None

Facilities and Services

Library Yes Go to University of the Ryukyus's Library
Housing Not reported
Sport Facilities Not reported
Financial Aids Not reported
Study Abroad Yes
Distance Learning Not reported
Academic Counseling Not reported
Career Services Not reported
Institutional Hospital Not reported

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Accreditations

Memberships and Affiliations

  • Association of Southeast Asian Institutions of Higher Learning (ASAIHL)

Academic Structure

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Online Courses

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Site last updated: Thursday, 9 March 2023