INSTITUTIONAL DOSSIER·ID #19552
Rikkyo University
立教大学
Tokyo, Niiza, Japan
SectorPrivate Christian university
Founded1874
Enrollment21,494
Student : Staff17:1
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Total Enrollment
21,494
Active Students
Faculty Size
1,236
Academic Staff
Acceptance Rate
~62%
Tier Selectivity Est.
Safety Score
80/100
Regional Safety Index
Transportation
76/100
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Cumulative GPA (4.0 Scale)3.65 / Benchmark 3.25
2.503.003.504.00
English Proficiency (IELTS Equivalent)7.0 / Target 6.5+
5.5 (TOEFL ~65)7.0 (TOEFL ~100)9.0 (TOEFL 118+)
Research, Internships & Extracurricular Depth
ESTIMATED CLASSIFICATIONSOLID SAFETY
90/100Profile Alignment Index
Profile exceeds typical institutional cutoffs; high likelihood of admission.
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EDITORIAL BRIEFING
Institutional Profile
Rikkyo University is a private Christian university in Tokyo, Japan. Established in 1874, it is one of the oldest private universities in Japan and is known for its strengths in liberal arts, economics, and sociology. The university is a world-renowned institution known for its commitment to academic excellence.
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ACADEMIC FACULTIES
Core Academic Disciplines
liberal arts
economics
sociology
law and politics
science
literature
tourism
business
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In the QS World University Rankings 2026, Rikkyo University is ranked #1401+. In the Times Higher Education (THE) 2027 rankings, it is ranked #1601-1800.
Rikkyo University is located in Tokyo, Niiza, Japan.
Rikkyo University was founded in 1874.
Rikkyo University has approximately 21,494 enrolled students.