University of the Ryukyus

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University of the Ryukyus

琉球大学 (RYUKYUDAIGAKU)

Updates

07 Nov 2024

06 Nov 2024

Overview

University of the Ryukyus

University/Junior College

University

Co-ed/Women Only

Co-ed

Year of Foundation

1950

History	Link	Vision and Mission	Link
Official Website	English Link
Features	The University of the Ryukyus is located in Okinawa, the southernmost prefecture of Japan, and consists of seven faculties and eight graduate schools. Okinawa, an island prefecture located in the sub-tropics, has a unique ecosystem and distinct traditional culture. It has a long history of establishing relationships with other countries, and its thriving overseas trade in the period between the 14th and 16th centuries is one such example. Such exchanges have created a diverse and multicultural society in Okinawa. In order to sustain and further develop such unique features of Okinawa, the university promotes research in the fields of island and marine environment studies, health and longevity studies, and Ryukyuan/Okinawan cultural studies, all of which take advantage of Okinawa’s regional characteristics. The university also aims to nurture well-rounded individuals imbued with knowledge and capabilities for social contribution on a global and regional scale. As a university with local and global features, our university has actively promoted international exchanges with academic institutions overseas, especially in the Asian and Pacific regions. To date, the university has concluded academic exchange agreements with 114 institutions in 40 countries and areas worldwide, resulting in a cosmopolitan and dynamic campus environment with many international students from all over the world. Link
TEL	098-895-8012
Email	sosoumu@acs.u-ryukyu.ac.jp
Contact Info (for International Students)	Global Education Section koshien@acs.u-ryukyu.ac.jp

Schools

As of May 1, 2024

Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences	More Information Total Estimated Costs
Faculty of Global and Regional Studies	More Information Total Estimated Costs
Faculty of Education	More Information Total Estimated Costs
Faculty of Science	More Information Total Estimated Costs
Faculty of Medicine	More Information Total Estimated Costs
Faculty of Engineering	More Information Total Estimated Costs
Faculty of Agriculture	More Information Total Estimated Costs
Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences	More Information Total Estimated Costs
Graduate School of Community Engagement and Development	More Information Total Estimated Costs
Graduate School of Education	More Information Total Estimated Costs
Graduate School of Medicine	More Information Total Estimated Costs
Graduate School of Health Sciences	More Information Total Estimated Costs
Graduate School of Engineering and Science	More Information Total Estimated Costs
Graduate School of Agriculture	More Information Total Estimated Costs
Graduate School of Law	More Information Total Estimated Costs

International Networks

Membership of International University Associations	Link
Partnerships with Overseas Institutions	Link
Numbers of Partner Institutions Overseas for Student Exchange	86	Numbers of Partner Institutions Overseas for Research	96
Office for Concluding Partnerships	International Collaboration Section,TEL098-895-8139, e-mail:intl_collaboration@acs.u-ryukyu.ac.jp

Data Collection

As of May 1, 2024

Number of Full-time Academic Staff/Faculty Members	804

7,871
students

Total Enrollment

International Students	Local Students
208	7,663

7,033
students

Undergraduate Enrollment

International Students	Local Students
48	6,985

838
students

Graduate Enrollment

International Students	Local Students
121	717

Third-party Quality Assurance

Institutional Accreditation

Institutional accreditation - NIAD-QE (2023)
National University Corporation Evaluation - 文部科学省：Ministry of Education,Culture,Sports,Science and Technology (2021)

Program Accreditation

Faculty of Medicine
Medicine (Bachelor)

Program Accreditation - JACME(Japan Accreditation Council for Medical Education) (2017)
Faculty of Engineering
Civil Engineering Program (Bachelor)

JABEE (2024)
Graduate School of Education
高度教職実践専攻 (Professional Degree)

教職大学院認証評価 - IETE (2023)
Graduate School of Law
Professional Legal Study (Doctoral)

法科大学院認証評価 - JLF (2023)

Campus Location

Main Campus	Senbaru Cumpus 1 Sembaru,Nishihara, Okinawa Google Map Schools: Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences , Faculty of Global and Regional Studies , Faculty of Education , Faculty of Science , Faculty of Engineering , Faculty of Agriculture , Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences , Graduate School of Education , Graduate School of Engineering and Science , Graduate School of Agriculture , Graduate School of Law The University has 7 faculties and 8 graduate schools with about 8,000 students studying. The University main campus is located approximately 45 minutes by bus from Naha Airport. Surrounded by a beautiful nature with the sub-tropical climate, you will have a great student life at our university.
Location Type and Access	Suburban Link
Facilities and Services	Athletic grounds and facilities (e.g., gyms) Facilities for extracurricular activities Rest areas Computer rooms Environments for independent learning other than the library (e.g., learning commons) Barrier-free universal design Cafeteria/On-campus store Free Wi-Fi for students

Other Campus

Campus	Uehara Cumpus 207 Uehara,Nishihara, Okinawa Google Map Schools: Faculty of Medicine , Graduate School of Medicine , Graduate School of Health Sciences
Location Type and Access	Suburban Link
Facilities and Services	Athletic grounds and facilities (e.g., gyms) Facilities for extracurricular activities Rest areas Computer rooms Environments for independent learning other than the library (e.g., learning commons) Barrier-free universal design Cafeteria/On-campus store Free Wi-Fi for students

Academic Support

Academic Support	Assignment of a tutor; support from educational support staff members, TAs, RAs, etc. Programs and support to strengthen language (Japanese) abilities Support by fellow students (peer support/buddy system) Support in English or an international student’s native language Other support for international students
Cultural Experience Opportunities	Link

Dormitories/School-supported Housing

Halls of Residence/Dormitories provided	Provided

Student Dormitory(Senbaru-Ryo):Shin-Konju-To	Monthly Fees in Yen: 25,000 The Dormitory Meals: Unavailable Eligibility Men Women Undergraduate freshman Undergraduate sophomore Undergraduate junior Undergraduate senior Graduate student Short-term exchange student Long-term exchange student

Student Dormitory(Senbaru-Ryo):Konju-To	Monthly Fees in Yen: 24,400 The Dormitory Meals: Unavailable Eligibility Men Women Undergraduate freshman Undergraduate sophomore Undergraduate junior Undergraduate senior Graduate student Short-term exchange student Long-term exchange student

Student Dormitory(Senbaru-Ryo):Ippan-To(Ajisai A/C, Nansei A, Hokushin A/C, Kaihou A/B)	Monthly Fees in Yen: 19,400 The Dormitory Meals: Unavailable Eligibility Men Women Undergraduate freshman Undergraduate sophomore Undergraduate junior Undergraduate senior Graduate student Short-term exchange student Long-term exchange student

Student Dormitory(Senbaru-Ryo):Shin-To	Monthly Fees in Yen: 30,000 The Dormitory Meals: Unavailable Eligibility Men Women Undergraduate freshman Undergraduate sophomore Undergraduate junior Undergraduate senior Graduate student Short-term exchange student Long-term exchange student

University of the Ryukyus International House:Single	Monthly Fees in Yen: 18,000 The Dormitory Meals: Unavailable Eligibility Men Women Undergraduate freshman Undergraduate sophomore Undergraduate junior Undergraduate senior Graduate student Short-term exchange student Long-term exchange student

University of the Ryukyus International House:Couple	Monthly Fees in Yen: 28,000 The Dormitory Meals: Unavailable Eligibility Men Women Undergraduate freshman Undergraduate sophomore Undergraduate junior Undergraduate senior Graduate student Short-term exchange student Long-term exchange student Family with several members

University of the Ryukyus International House:Family	Monthly Fees in Yen: 33,000 The Dormitory Meals: Unavailable Eligibility Men Women Undergraduate freshman Undergraduate sophomore Undergraduate junior Undergraduate senior Graduate student Short-term exchange student Long-term exchange student Family with several members

Student Dormitory(Senbaru-Ryo):Ippan-To(Ajisai B, Hokushin B)	Monthly Fees in Yen: 20,000 The Dormitory Meals: Unavailable Eligibility Men Women Undergraduate freshman Undergraduate sophomore Undergraduate junior Undergraduate senior Graduate student Short-term exchange student Long-term exchange student

Accommodation Support

Other Housing and Accommodation	University Guarantor Available Link
Accommodation Support for International Academic Staff	Academic Staff Housing Provided Link

Employment Opportunities on Campus

Employment Opportunities	Part-time jobs on campus; TAs and RAs

Health Care

Physical and Mental Health Support (for International Students)	Physical Assistance / Mental Counseling in Japanese Physical Assistance / Mental Counseling in Foreign Languages Health Check Limited Medical Assistance Link
Facilities and Services	Athletic grounds and facilities (e.g., gyms) Facilities for extracurricular activities Rest areas Computer rooms Environments for independent learning other than the library (e.g., learning commons) Barrier-free universal design Cafeteria/On-campus store Free Wi-Fi for students
Disability Support Services	Consultation service (in Japanese)

Safety

Crisis Management	Available Link

Libraries

Libraries	University Library(Main Library) Link

Centers and Institutes

Web Pages of Centers and Institutes	Link

Published Academic Articles and Citations	Link
Campus Publication