Quick Summary
Based in Nagoya, Japan, Nagoya Institute of Technology is a public (national) with roots dating back to 1905. Ranked #801-850 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 5820 students including 10.2% from outside Japan. Known for strengths in Engineering-Mechanical, Materials Science, Architecture, it maintains an acceptance rate of 24%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Premier engineering institution located in Japan's industrial hub with exceptional job placement rates.
Subject Strengths
Engineering-MechanicalMaterials ScienceArchitectureCivil Engineering
Founded1905
TypePublic (National)
Total Students5820
Intl Students10.2%
Faculty Ratio13.5
CampusUrban
Campus Size0.25 sq km
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationMEXT (Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology), JABEE
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#801-850
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#801-1000
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#701-800
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor of Engineering, Master of Engineering, Doctor of Engineering
Programs
Engineering, Nanomaterials Science, Environmental and Materials Engineering
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Ceramics Research Laboratory, Advanced Disaster Prevention Engineering Center, Frontier Research Institute for Information Science
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
MEXT (Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology), JABEE
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate24%
IELTS6
TOEFL79
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · December 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · July 31
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus heavily on the EJU (Examination for Japanese University Admission) scores and strong foundational mathematics and physics knowledge.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Japanese Yen
UG Tuition
¥535,800/yr
per year · JPY
Living Cost
¥1,800,000/yr
per year · JPY
PG Tuition
¥535,800/yr
per year · JPY
Application Fee
$115
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
¥2,352,800/yr
tuition + living + essentials · JPY
Scholarships AvailableMEXT Scholarship, JASSO Scholarship, NITech Housing Scholarship, Private Foundation Grants
Avg Scholarship$9,000
Financial AidFull or partial tuition waivers for students with high academic merit and financial need.
Work-StudyTeaching Assistant (TA), Research Assistant (RA), Campus Administrative Support
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor of Engineering, Master of Engineering, Doctor of Engineering programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Computer Science | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Electrical and Computer Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Architecture | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$48,000
Average Salary After Graduation
98.5%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong internship programs with local industry leaders in the Chubu region.
Industry Connections
Toyota Motor CorporationDenso CorporationMitsubishi ElectricBrother Industries
Notable Alumni
Toshihiko Fukui (Former Governor of the Bank of Japan), Various CEOs of major Japanese manufacturing firms
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Yes (International House and Gokiso Dormitory)
Sports Facilities
Gymnasium, Tennis Courts, Martial Arts Hall, Athletic Field
Student Clubs
Robot Club, Solar Car Team, Tea Ceremony Club, Yacht Club
Library Resources
Nagoya Institute of Technology Library (Extensive engineering and materials science collection)
Exchange Programs
Partnerships with universities in USA, Germany, France, China, and Thailand.
Summer Programs
Short-term Engineering Research Programs