Quick Summary
Private in Higashiosaka, Japan — Kindai University, est. 1925. Ranked #801-1000 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 34500 students including 1.8% from outside Japan. Known for strengths in Agriculture & Forestry, Medicine, Life Sciences & Medicine, it maintains an acceptance rate of 22%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Kindai is a leader in practical science and global innovation, known for its high employment rate and pioneering research in marine biology.
Subject Strengths
Agriculture & ForestryMedicineLife Sciences & MedicineEngineering & Technology
Founded1925
TypePrivate
Total Students34500
Intl Students1.8%
Faculty Ratio18
CampusUrban
Campus Size210 acres
Affiliated Hospitals3
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
#801-1000
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#901-1000
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate,Postgraduate,Doctoral,Junior College,Short-term Programs
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Fisheries Laboratory,Research Institute of Life Science,Atomic Energy Research Institute
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
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · September 30
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
International applicants should highlight specific research interests in aquaculture or agriculture and demonstrate Japanese proficiency for local programs.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Japanese Yen
UG Tuition
¥1,600,000/yr
per year · JPY
Living Cost
¥1,850,000/yr
per year · JPY
PG Tuition
¥1,400,000/yr
per year · JPY
Application Fee
$235
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
¥3,485,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · JPY
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$4,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate,Postgraduate,Doctoral,Junior College,Short-term Programs programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Fisheries Science | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Medicine | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Pharmacy | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| International Studies | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$42,000
Average Salary After Graduation
97.5%
Employment Rate
Internship Placementtrue
Industry Connections
SuntoryMitsubishi ElectricKyocera CorporationFisheries Agency
Notable Alumni
Miki Ando,Ryosuke Irie,Tsunku,Shinjiro Koizumi
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Olympic-sized Swimming Pool,Baseball Stadium,Martial Arts Hall,Fitness Center
Student Clubs
Kindai Swimming Club,Broadcasting Club,Traditional Tea Ceremony,Robotics Club
Library Resources
Kindai University Central Library (BIBLIOTHECA) featuring over 1.6 million volumes and extensive digital archives.
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available