Quick Summary
Since 1871, Nagoya University has been one of Japan's prominent nationals, based in Nagoya. Ranked #152 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 15647 students including 16% from outside Japan. Known for strengths in Physics, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 15%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
One of Japan's prestigious Seven Imperial Universities with a high number of Nobel laureates and strong engineering links.
Subject Strengths
PhysicsChemistryChemical EngineeringMaterials ScienceBiological Sciences
Founded1871
TypeNational
Total Students15647
Intl Students16%
Faculty Ratio7.8
CampusUrban
Campus Size173 acres
Affiliated HospitalsNagoya University Hospital
AccreditationMEXT Japan
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#152
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#201–250
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#151-200
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Institute of Transformative Bio-Molecules (ITbM), Kobayashi-Maskawa Institute for the Origin of Particles and the Universe (KMI)
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
MEXT Japan
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate15%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GRERecommended for specific graduate programs
GMATNot Available
SATRequired for G30 Undergraduate (range 1300-1500)
ACTOptional but recommended
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · January 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · October 20
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on strong research proposals for graduate levels and high scores in standardized science tests for the G30 program.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Japanese Yen
UG Tuition
¥535,800/yr
per year · JPY
Living Cost
¥1,500,000/yr
per year · JPY
PG Tuition
¥535,800/yr
per year · JPY
Application Fee
$113
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
¥2,052,800/yr
tuition + living + essentials · JPY
Scholarships AvailableMEXT Scholarship, JASSO, Nagoya University G30 Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$8,000
Financial AidTuition fee waivers available for low-income students
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Chemistry | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Automotive Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Biological Science | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$45,000
Average Salary After Graduation
92%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with Toyota Group and local aerospace industries
Industry Connections
ToyotaMitsubishi Heavy IndustriesDenso
Notable Alumni
Ryoji Noyori (Nobel Prize), Hiroshi Amano (Nobel Prize), Toshihide Maskawa (Nobel Prize)
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Swimming pool, Gymnasium, Martial arts hall, Tennis courts
Student Clubs
Over 100 cultural and sports clubs
Library Resources
Nagoya University Library System (over 3 million volumes)
Exchange Programs
NUPACE (Nagoya University Program for Academic Exchange)
Summer Programs
NUSIP (Nagoya University Summer Intensive Program)