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Est. 1949
Public National

Nagasaki University

"Creation of a harmonious relationship between the earth and human beings"
🇯🇵 Japan ◯ Nagasaki ◍ 6.8% international ⬡ Asia
Last updated: June 20, 2026
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QS World 2026
#731
Global Ranking
Acceptance
26.5%
Students
8962
Tuition/yr
¥535,800/yr
Employed
95%
Faculty Ratio
9.5
Quick Summary

Nagasaki University is a public national founded in 1949, located in Nagasaki, Japan. Ranked #731 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 8962 students including 6.8% from outside Japan. Known for strengths in Medicine, Pharmacy, Tropical Medicine, it maintains an acceptance rate of 26.5%.

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Institutional Profile
Who they are

Leading global research in tropical medicine and planetary health, located in a culturally diverse and historically significant international port city.

Subject Strengths
MedicinePharmacyTropical MedicineFisheries ScienceMarine Biology
Founded1949
TypePublic National
Total Students8962
Intl Students6.8%
Faculty Ratio9.5
CampusUrban
Campus Size73 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsNagasaki University Hospital
AccreditationMinistry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), Japan
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#731
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201-1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#601-700
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
School of Global Humanities and Social Sciences,Faculty of Education,Faculty of Economics,School of Medicine,School of Dentistry,School of Pharmaceutical Sciences,School of Engineering,Faculty of Environmental Studies,Faculty of Fisheries
Programs
Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences,Graduate School of Global Humanities and Social Sciences,Graduate School of Engineering,Graduate School of Fisheries and Environmental Sciences
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Institute of Tropical Medicine (NEKKEN),Atomic Bomb Disease Institute,Interdisciplinary Cardiovascular Center
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), Japan
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate26.5%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · Varies (June/July for most international programs)
SPRINGApplication Deadline · Varies (November/December for most international programs)
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Strong emphasis on EJU (Examination for Japanese University Admission) scores for undergraduate applicants. For medical and tropical medicine programs, research experience and a strong background in biology are critical.

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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Japanese Yen
UG Tuition
¥535,800/yr
per year · JPY
Living Cost
¥1,560,000/yr
per year · JPY
PG Tuition
¥535,800/yr
per year · JPY
Application Fee
$115
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
¥2,112,800/yr
tuition + living + essentials · JPY
Scholarships AvailableMEXT Scholarship,JASSO Scholarship,Nagasaki University Peace Scholarship,Lotte Foundation Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$12,000
Financial AidTuition exemption or 50% discount available for students with high academic merit and financial need.
Work-StudyTeaching Assistantships and Research Assistantships are available for graduate students.
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from School of Global Humanities and Social Sciences,Faculty of Education,Faculty of Economics,School of Medicine,School of Dentistry,School of Pharmaceutical Sciences,School of Engineering,Faculty of Environmental Studies,Faculty of Fisheries programs total
ProgramLevelDuration
Global HealthBACHELOR3-4 YRS
Fisheries ScienceMASTER1-2 YRS
MedicinePHD3-5 YRS
EconomicsMBA12-24 MO
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$48,000
Average Salary After Graduation
95%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong regional partnerships with shipbuilding, electronics, and environmental industries.
Industry Connections
Mitsubishi Heavy IndustriesNagasaki Prefecture GovernmentLocal Marine Resource Research Centers
Notable Alumni
Osamu Shimomura (Nobel Laureate in Chemistry),Takashi Nagai (Physician and Author)
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Bunkyo Gymnasium,Track and Field Stadium,Kyudo Hall,Swimming Pool
Student Clubs
Nagasaki University Orchestra,Kendo Club,Yosakoi Dance Team,Marine Science Circle
Library Resources
Central Library,Medical Library,Economics Library,Digital Archive for Peace Studies
Exchange Programs
Leiden University,Australian National University,National Taiwan University
Summer Programs
Short-term Japanese Language and Culture Program,Infectious Disease Summer School
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What sets it apart
Home to the world-renowned Institute of Tropical Medicine,The only Japanese national university with a dedicated Faculty of Fisheries for deep-sea research,Extensive archive and research on radiation health effects post-atomic bomb
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Funding
Scholarships matched to Japan

Below is a curated index of international funding opportunities and external scholarship programs that eligible students may apply for when attending this institution.

Rotary Peace Fellowship Fully Funded Full coverage of all academic and living expenses Deadline: May 15 (Annually) → Kyoto University International Undergraduate Program (Kyoto iUP) Scholarship Fully Funded Approximately 120,000 JPY per month plus full tuition waiver Deadline: Typically early December (Application Period: Nov - Dec) → Japan-Africa Scholarship (JAS) Program Fully Funded Varies by host city; approximately 144,000 JPY to 147,000 JPY per month in Japan Deadline: Varies by intake (typically between May and August annually) → Monbukagakusho Honors Scholarship for Privately-Financed International Students (JASSO Honors Scholarship) 48,000 JPY per month (30,000 JPY for Japanese Language Institute students) Deadline: Varies by host institution; generally April to May for the Spring intake and October for the Fall intake → MEXT Scholarship (Monbukagakusho Scholarship) Fully Funded 117,000 JPY to 148,000 JPY per month depending on the level and region Deadline: Varies by country: April-June (Embassy Track) or October-January (University Track) → University of Tokyo Fellowship (Special Scholarship for International Students) 150,000 JPY to 200,000 JPY per month Deadline: Varies by Graduate School (typically between October and January for April enrollment) → View all Japan scholarships →
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Questions
Answered
What is the acceptance rate?+
Approximately 26.5% at Nagasaki University.
What English score do I need?+
Requirements: IELTS 6 · TOEFL 80.
How much does it cost per year?+
Estimated total cost is ¥2,112,800/yr per year including tuition and living.
Are scholarships available?+
MEXT Scholarship,JASSO Scholarship,Nagasaki University Peace Scholarship,Lotte Foundation Scholarship
What is the application deadline?+
Fall: Varies (June/July for most international programs). Spring: Varies (November/December for most international programs).
Can I work while studying?+
Teaching Assistantships and Research Assistantships are available for graduate students.
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