University of the Ryukyus
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University of the Ryukyus

琉球大学  (RYUKYUDAIGAKU) 

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Overview

University of the Ryukyus

University/Junior College

University

Co-ed/Women Only

Co-ed

Year of Foundation

1950

History
Vision and Mission
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 a subtropical zone, has a unique ecosystem and a distinct traditional culture. it has a long history of establishing relationships with many countries. Its thriving overseas trade in the period between the 14th and 16th centuries is one example. Because of such exchanges, Okinawa has a multicultural society.
Link
TEL
098-895-8012
Email
Contact Info (for International Students)
Global Education Section
koshien@acs.u-ryukyu.ac.jp

Schools

As of May 1, 2022

Faculty of Law and Letters
Faculty of Tourism Sciences and Industrial Management
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
Faculty of Global and Regional Studies
Faculty of Education
Faculty of Science
Faculty of Medicine
Faculty of Engineering
Faculty of Agriculture
Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Graduate School of Community Engagement and Development
Graduate School of Tourism Sciences
Graduate School of Education
Graduate School of Medicine
Graduate School of Health Sciences
Graduate School of Engineering and Science
Graduate School of Agriculture
Graduate School of Law

International Networks

Membership of International University Associations
Partnerships with Overseas Institutions
Numbers of Partner Institutions Overseas for Student Exchange
81
Numbers of Partner Institutions Overseas for Research
87
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, 2022

Overall Income
42,908,508,230 yen
Gift, Grant and Contract Income
1,966,156,000 yen
Competitive External Research Funds
900,612,569 yen
Number of Full-time Academic Staff/Faculty Members
804

7,946
students

Total Enrollment

International
Students
Local Students
208 7,738

7,020
students

Undergraduate Enrollment

International
Students
Local Students
75 6,945

926
students

Graduate Enrollment

International
Students
Local Students
133 793

Third-party Quality Assurance

Institutional Accreditation
  • Institutional accreditation - NIAD-QE (2018)
  • 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)

  • Graduate School of Education

    高度教職実践専攻 (Professional Degree)

    教職大学院認証評価 - IETE (2018)

  • Graduate School of Law

    Professional Legal Study (Doctoral)

    法科大学院認証評価 - JLF (2019)

  • Graduate School of Law

    適合

Campus Location

Main Campus

Senbaru Cumpus

1 Senbaru,Nishihara, Okinawa Google Map

Schools:

Faculty of Law and Letters , Faculty of Tourism Sciences and Industrial Management , 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 Tourism 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 in English or an international student’s native language
  • Other support for international students
Cultural Experience Opportunities

Dormitories/School-supported Housing

Halls of Residence/Dormitories provided
Provided
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
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
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
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
Monthly Fees in Yen: 18,000
The Dormitory Meals: Unavailable
Eligibility
  • Men
  • Women
  • Short-term exchange student
  • Long-term exchange student
Monthly Fees in Yen: 28,000
The Dormitory Meals: Unavailable
Eligibility
  • Men
  • Women
  • Short-term exchange student
  • Long-term exchange student
  • Family with several members
Monthly Fees in Yen: 33,000
The Dormitory Meals: Unavailable
Eligibility
  • Short-term exchange student
  • Long-term exchange student
  • Family with several members
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

Accommodation Support

Other Housing and Accommodation
University Guarantor Available
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
Published Academic Articles and Citations
Campus Publication