Quick Summary
Situated in Yokohama, Japan, Yokohama National University is a national established in 1949. Ranked #751-800 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 9784 students including 10.2% from outside Japan. Known for strengths in Engineering, Architecture, Economics, it maintains an acceptance rate of 22%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
One of Japan's top national universities located in its second largest city, offering a blend of high-level research and practical industry application.
Subject Strengths
EngineeringArchitectureEconomicsBusiness AdministrationUrban Sciences
Founded1949
TypeNational
Total Students9784
Intl Students10.2%
Faculty Ratio13.5
CampusUrban
Campus Size111 acres
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationMinistry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), Japan
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#751-800
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201-1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#801-900
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate,Master's,Doctoral,Professional Degree Programs
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Center for Future Social Infrastructure,Quantum Information Research Center,Advanced Chemical Research Center
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 Rate22%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL80
Min GPA3
GRERequired for specific Graduate International Programs (IGP)
GMATOptional for MBA programs
SATOptional for international undergraduate programs
ACTOptional
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · December 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · May 10
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
A strong research proposal is critical for graduate admissions. For undergraduates, high scores in the Examination for Japanese University Admission (EJU) are essential for non-English programs.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Japanese Yen
UG Tuition
¥535,800/yr
per year · JPY
Living Cost
¥1,875,000/yr
per year · JPY
PG Tuition
¥535,800/yr
per year · JPY
Application Fee
$113
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
¥2,427,800/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,Master's,Doctoral,Professional Degree Programs programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| International Business | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Architecture | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Environment and Information Sciences | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$48,000
Average Salary After Graduation
94.5%
Employment Rate
Internship Placementtrue
Industry Connections
Strong partnerships with Nissan Motor Co.Mitsubishi Heavy Industriesand global maritime logistics firms.
Notable Alumni
Shunji Iwai,Ryue Nishizawa,Maki Onishi,Hironobu Sakaguchi
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Tokiwadai Gymnasium,Tennis Courts,Athletic Track,Kyudo Hall
Student Clubs
120
Library Resources
YNU Central Library holding over 1.2 million volumes with extensive digital archives.
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available