Quick Summary
Situated in Matsumoto, Japan, Shinshu University is a national established in 1949. Ranked #801-1000 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 10892 students including 3.4% from outside Japan. Known for strengths in Textile Engineering, Material Science, Agriculture, it maintains an acceptance rate of 24%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Shinshu University is home to the only Faculty of Textile Science and Technology in Japan and is world-renowned for mountain science and high-tech manufacturing.
Subject Strengths
Textile EngineeringMaterial ScienceAgricultureMedicineEnvironmental Science
Founded1949
TypeNational
Total Students10892
Intl Students3.4%
Faculty Ratio9.5
CampusMulti-campus
Campus Size5 separate campuses across Nagano Prefecture
Affiliated HospitalsShinshu 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
#801-1000
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201-1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#801-900
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Institute for Fiber Engineering (IFES), Institute for Mountain Science, Research Center for Support of Next-generation Energy and Resources
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 Rate24%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · August 30
SPRINGApplication Deadline · January 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on high EJU (Examination for Japanese University Admission) scores for undergraduate entries. For graduate school, identify a research supervisor and secure their approval before applying.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Japanese Yen
UG Tuition
¥535,800/yr
per year · JPY
Living Cost
¥1,250,000/yr
per year · JPY
PG Tuition
¥535,800/yr
per year · JPY
Application Fee
$115
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
¥1,802,800/yr
tuition + living + essentials · JPY
Scholarships AvailableMEXT Scholarship, JASSO Scholarship, Shinshu University Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$6,500
Financial AidTuition exemption and deferment available for eligible 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Fiber Science and Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Agriculture | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Medicine | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Science | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$38,000
Average Salary After Graduation
96%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with manufacturing and technology industries in Nagano and Tokyo
Industry Connections
Seiko EpsonShin-Etsu Chemicalvarious regional engineering firms
Notable Alumni
Naoki Inose, various international leaders in textile science
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Gymnasiums, swimming pools, athletic fields, martial arts halls
Student Clubs
Over 120 cultural and athletic clubs including Mountaineering and Skiing
Library Resources
Central Library and five specialized libraries (Medicine, Engineering, Agriculture, etc.)
Exchange Programs
Active partnerships with 100+ universities worldwide
Summer Programs
Short-term Japanese Language and Culture programs