Quick Summary
Yokohama City University, in Yokohama, Japan, is a public (municipal) that has shaped higher education since 1928. Ranked #801-850 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 5081 students including 3.5% from outside Japan. Known for strengths in Life Sciences, Medicine, Biological Sciences, it maintains an acceptance rate of 22%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Combines a strong liberal arts foundation with world-class medical and scientific research in Japan's second-largest city.
Subject Strengths
Life SciencesMedicineBiological SciencesData Science
Founded1928
TypePublic (Municipal)
Total Students5081
Intl Students3.5%
Faculty Ratio7.2
CampusUrban/Suburban
Campus Size70 acres
Affiliated HospitalsYokohama City University Hospital, Yokohama City University Medical Center
AccreditationMinistry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), Japan
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#801-850
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201-1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Bachelor of Economics, Bachelor of Business Administration, Bachelor of Science, Doctor of Medicine, Bachelor of Nursing
Programs
Graduate School of Medicine, Graduate School of Science, Graduate School of Data Science, Graduate School of Urban Social and Cultural Studies
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Kihara Institute for Biological Research, Advanced Medical Research 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 Rate22%
IELTS6
TOEFL79
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · 2025-05-30
SPRINGApplication Deadline · 2025-11-15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
International applicants usually require the Examination for Japanese University Admission for International Students (EJU) and JLPT N1 for Japanese-taught programs.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Japanese Yen
UG Tuition
¥535,800/yr
per year · JPY
Living Cost
¥1,850,000/yr
per year · JPY
PG Tuition
¥535,800/yr
per year · JPY
Application Fee
$115
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
¥2,402,800/yr
tuition + living + essentials · JPY
Scholarships AvailableMEXT Scholarship, YCU Tuition Waiver, JASSO Scholarship, Yokohama City International Student Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$5,500
Financial AidTuition reduction and exemption programs for high-achieving low-income students
Work-StudyAvailable (Teaching Assistantships, Library Assistantships)
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Bachelor of Economics, Bachelor of Business Administration, Bachelor of Science, Doctor of Medicine, Bachelor of Nursing programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Data Science | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| International Management | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Nanobioscience | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$38,000
Average Salary After Graduation
96.5%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with Yokohama-based global corporations and pharmaceutical companies
Industry Connections
NissanKeikyu CorporationShiseidoand various biotechnology firms in the Yokohama area
Notable Alumni
Yohei Kono (Former Deputy Prime Minister), Kenichi Shimada (Author)
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Yes (International Student House and Private Dormitory Referrals)
Sports Facilities
Gymnasium, Tennis Courts, Martial Arts Dojo, Outdoor Athletic Field
Student Clubs
Over 100 student organizations including Tea Ceremony, Kendo, and Yachting
Library Resources
Main Library (Kanazawa-Hakkei), Medical Library, and Kihara Institute Library
Exchange Programs
Partnerships with University of California San Diego, McGill University, and University of Oxford
Summer Programs
Yokohama Summer Program in Japanese Culture and Science