Quick Summary
Kyoto Institute of Technology is a national founded in 1949, located in Kyoto, Japan. Ranked #1201-1400 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 3850 students including 10.5% from outside Japan. Known for strengths in Art and Design, Architecture, Materials Science, it maintains an acceptance rate of 24%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Unique positioning at the intersection of traditional Kyoto craftsmanship and modern technological innovation.
Subject Strengths
Art and DesignArchitectureMaterials ScienceTextile Engineering
Founded1949
TypeNational
Total Students3850
Intl Students10.5%
Faculty Ratio11
CampusUrban
Campus Size26 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationMEXT Japan
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1201-1400
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201–1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Applied Biology,Biomolecular Engineering,Macromolecular Science,Chemistry and Materials Technology,Mechanical and Systems Engineering,Design Engineering,Architecture,Information Science
Programs
Science and Technology,Applied Biology,Design Science
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Center for Fiber and Textile Science,Kyoto Design Lab (D-lab),Center for Advanced Nanobiodevices
Research Centers
High
Research Output
MEXT Japan
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate24%
IELTS6.0
TOEFL79
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · June 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December 1
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
International applicants should focus on the Portfolio for Design and Architecture streams. Strong alignment with specific lab research is highly recommended for graduate applicants.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Japanese Yen
UG Tuition
¥535,800/yr
per year · JPY
Living Cost
¥1,420,000/yr
per year · JPY
PG Tuition
¥535,800/yr
per year · JPY
Application Fee
$115
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
¥1,972,800/yr
tuition + living + essentials · JPY
Scholarships AvailableMEXT Scholarship,JASSO Scholarship,KIT International Student Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$4,500
Financial AidTuition fee waiver (half or full) available based on academic merit and financial need
Work-StudyTeaching Assistant (TA) and Research Assistant (RA) positions available
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Applied Biology,Biomolecular Engineering,Macromolecular Science,Chemistry and Materials Technology,Mechanical and Systems Engineering,Design Engineering,Architecture,Information Science programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Design and Architecture | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Textile Science | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Advanced Fibro-Science | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$48,000
Average Salary After Graduation
96%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong
Industry Connections
KyoceraShimadzuNintendoMurata ManufacturingToyota
Notable Alumni
Kisho Kurokawa (Architecture),Various leads in Japanese design and manufacturing industries
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Gymnasium, training room, tennis courts, archery range, baseball field
Student Clubs
Robot Creation Club, Tea Ceremony, Kendo, Photography, Design Collective
Library Resources
Extensive specialist collections in textile engineering and Japanese design history
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+,Partnerships with 100+ global institutions including ETH Zurich and Politecnico di Milano
Summer Programs
KIT Summer School in Science and Technology,Global Design Workshop