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INSTITUTIONAL DOSSIER·ID #18174

The University of Tokyo

东京大学

Tokyo, Japan
Official Portal
SectorPublic research university
Founded1877
Enrollment28,000
Student : Staff5:1

UNIVERSITY RANKINGS

Rankings Overview

Latest recorded results. Editions and methodologies differ by ranking.

QS2027

#39

Score 84.8

Down 3 places vs 2026

THE2027

#27

Score 84.3

Down 1 place vs 2026

ARWU2026

#30

Score 39.6

Up 1 place vs 2025

U.S. News2027

#72

Score 72.3

Up 12 places vs 2026

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DECADE PERFORMANCE INDEX · 2018–2027

10-Year Historical Ranking Trajectory

Focused 10-year window across major ranking systems. Click any publisher card below to isolate its curve.

Showing 10 annual editions (2018–2027). Higher curve points indicate stronger global standing (#1 at top).
INSTITUTIONAL METRICS

Quick Facts & Campus Profile

Campus & Intake Telemetry
Total Enrollment

28,000

Active Students

Faculty Size

5,122

Academic Staff

Acceptance Rate

18%

Estimated Admissions

Safety Score

94/100

Campus Safety

Transportation

95/100

Public Access

Tuition (Int.)

$3,457

Annual Estimate

INTERACTIVE DECISION WORKBENCH Free Account Sync

Admission Fit Simulator & Personal Dossier

Cumulative GPA (4.0 Scale)3.65 / Benchmark 3.70
2.503.003.504.00
English Proficiency (IELTS Equivalent)7.0 / Target 7.0+
5.5 (TOEFL ~65)7.0 (TOEFL ~100)9.0 (TOEFL 118+)
Research, Internships & Extracurricular Depth
ESTIMATED CLASSIFICATIONCORE MATCH
65/100Profile Alignment Index

Aligned with median admitted cohort benchmarks across GPA and language thresholds.

Selectivity~18% Admit
Est. Annual Tuition$3,457
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EDITORIAL BRIEFING

Institutional Profile

4 sections

Established in 1877, The University of Tokyo isn't just a university; it's a living legacy. Walk through the iconic Akamon (Red Gate) and you're stepping into over a century of academic brilliance, where pioneering minds have shaped Japan and the world. Our campuses, from the historic grandeur of Hongo with its majestic Yasuda Auditorium to the vibrant energy of Komaba, blend classic brick architecture with cutting-edge research facilities. It's an atmosphere that hums with intellectual curiosity and a quiet confidence. Here, centuries-old trees witness daily breakthroughs, and every corner exudes a prestige rooted in profound thought and a relentless pursuit of knowledge. This is where tradition fuels innovation, creating an inspiring, truly global academic village.

GEOGRAPHIC TELEMETRY

Campus Coordinates

35.7126° N, 139.7620° E
VISUAL ARCHIVE

Campus Video Tour

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ACADEMIC FACULTIES

Core Academic Disciplines

Physics

Engineering

Computer Science

SYNTHESIZED TRADE-OFFS

Why The University of Tokyo?

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INSTITUTIONAL FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

In the QS World University Rankings 2027, The University of Tokyo is ranked #39. In the Times Higher Education (THE) 2027 rankings, it is ranked #27.
The University of Tokyo is located in Tokyo, Japan.
The University of Tokyo was founded in 1877.
The University of Tokyo has approximately 28,000 enrolled students.

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STUDENT BUDGET

Cost of Living

Tokyo

Typical monthly expenses in Tokyo. Adjust sliders to personalise.

Rent & Utilities$1,400
$200$4,000
Food & Groceries$500
$100$1,500
Transport & Other$130
$30$1,000
Estimated Monthly$2,030
Estimated Yearly$24,360

Estimates in USD. Actual costs vary by lifestyle and neighbourhood.

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Life in Tokyo

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