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INSTITUTIONAL DOSSIER·ID #21551

Nihon University

日本大学

Tokyo, Japan
Official Portal
SectorPrivate
Founded1889
Enrollment75,000
Student : Staff21:1

UNIVERSITY RANKINGS

Rankings Overview

Latest recorded results. Editions and methodologies differ by ranking.

QS

No recorded result

THE2027

2001+

Score not published

Rank bands; change not quantified

ARWU2020

#901

Score not published

Same position as 2019

U.S. News2027

#1770

Score 24.7

Down 202 places vs 2026

World ranking historyWorld rankings directory
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 5 annual editions (2018–2027). Higher curve points indicate stronger global standing (#1 at top).

Only exact positions are plotted where available; for band-ranked editions (e.g., 791–800), the upper band threshold is plotted to preserve multi-year continuity. Published rank bands are preserved in the ranking overview above.

INSTITUTIONAL METRICS

Quick Facts & Campus Profile

Campus & Intake Telemetry
Total Enrollment

75,000

Active Students

Faculty Size

3,500

Academic Staff

Acceptance Rate

60%

Estimated Admissions

Safety Score

92/100

Campus Safety

Transportation

88/100

Public Access

Tuition (Int.)

$12,000

Annual Estimate

INTERACTIVE DECISION WORKBENCH Free Account Sync

Admission Fit Simulator & Personal Dossier

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.

Selectivity~60% Admit
Est. Annual Tuition$12,000
Syncs with Kanban & PDF Report Compare School
EDITORIAL BRIEFING

Institutional Profile

3 sections

Nihon University is one of Japan's largest and oldest private universities, its roots tracing back to the Nihon Law School founded in 1889. Renowned for its "self-creation" educational philosophy, the university is committed to cultivating individuals with independent thinking and innovative spirit. Nihon University boasts an extremely broad range of academic disciplines, covering humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, medicine, and the arts, with 16 faculties, 20 graduate schools, and numerous affiliated institutions, providing students with abundant learning options and opportunities for interdisciplinary exchange. Its extensive alumni network spans Japan and the world, wielding significant influence in politics, business, academia, and the arts, providing graduates with valuable career development resources. The university's vibrant campus culture, due to its large size, offers a wide variety of student clubs and extracurricular activities, ranging from sports to arts and culture, greatly enriching students' university life. Nihon University emphasizes practical education; many faculties collaborate closely with industry, providing internship and training opportunities to help students apply theoretical knowledge to real-world situations. Despite their large size, Japanese universities have distinct campuses and faculties, each with its own unique atmosphere and academic focus. For example, the Faculty of Law and the Faculty of Economics are located in central Tokyo, while the Faculties of Medicine and Engineering boast advanced facilities in other areas. This diverse campus layout and educational model allows Japanese universities to cater to the learning needs and interests of a wide range of students.

GEOGRAPHIC TELEMETRY

Campus Coordinates

35.6940° N, 139.7530° E
VISUAL ARCHIVE

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ACADEMIC FACULTIES

Core Academic Disciplines

Law

Engineering

Medicine

Arts

Economics

SYNTHESIZED TRADE-OFFS

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INSTITUTIONAL FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

In the THE World University Rankings 2027, Nihon University is ranked #2001+.
Nihon University is located in Tokyo, Japan.
Nihon University was founded in 1889.
Nihon University has approximately 75,000 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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