Quick Summary
Since 1931, Osaka University has been one of Japan's prominent public (national)s, based in Osaka. Ranked #86 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 23400 students including 11.5% from outside Japan. Known for strengths in Physics & Astronomy, Chemistry, Dentistry, it maintains an acceptance rate of 12%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
One of Japan's designated National University Corporations with a legacy of innovation, top-tier research output, and strong industrial ties in the heart of the Kansai region.
Subject Strengths
Physics & AstronomyChemistryDentistryChemical EngineeringMedicineImmunology
Founded1931
TypePublic (National)
Total Students23400
Intl Students11.5%
Faculty Ratio7.2
CampusMulti-campus (Suita, Toyonaka, and Minoh)
Campus Size160 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsOsaka University Hospital, Osaka University Dental Hospital
AccreditationMinistry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), Japan
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#86
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#175
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#151
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Master's, Doctoral, Professional Degrees
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Immunology Frontier Research Center (IFReC), Center for Information and Neural Networks, Research Institute for Microbial Diseases
Research Centers
Very 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 Rate12%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GRERequired for some Graduate Schools
GMATNot Available
SATOptional but recommended for English-taught programs
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · January
SPRINGApplication Deadline · August
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
For English programs, emphasize research interest and standardized test scores. For Japanese programs, the EJU and internal university entrance exams are critical.
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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
$200
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
¥2,365,800/yr
tuition + living + essentials · JPY
Scholarships AvailableMEXT Scholarship, JASSO, Osaka University Scholarship, private foundation grants
Avg Scholarship$10,000
Financial AidTuition fee waivers (full or half) for students with financial hardship
Work-StudyYes (Teaching Assistantships, Research Assistantships)
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Master's, Doctoral, Professional Degrees programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Medicine | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Science | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Law | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Economics | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$48,000
Average Salary After Graduation
96%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with major Japanese conglomerates and global tech firms
Industry Connections
PanasonicSonyTakeda PharmaceuticalMitsubishi ElectricDaikin Industries
Notable Alumni
Hideki Yukawa (Nobel Physicist), Akio Morita (Co-founder of Sony), Osamu Tezuka (Manga artist/physician)
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Yes (Student dormitories and international houses available)
Sports Facilities
Gymnasiums, swimming pools, martial arts halls, baseball grounds, tennis courts
Student Clubs
Over 100 circles and student organizations covering sports, culture, and arts
Library Resources
Osaka University Library (Main Library, Life Sciences Library, Science and Engineering Library, International Studies Library)
Exchange Programs
OUSSEP (Osaka University Short-term Student Exchange Program), FrontierLab@OsakaU
Summer Programs
Osaka University Summer Program in Japanese Studies, STEM Summer Program