Ritsumeikan University

Country Japan
Founded In 1869
University Type Private
Total Students 36976+
Phone Number +075-465-8351
Email [email protected]
ZIP Code 603-8577
Website https://en.ritsumei.ac.jp/
Size of Campus 482 acres
Male Female Ratio 63:37
Faculty Student Ratio 1:18

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Ritsumeikan traces its roots to Prince Saionji’s private academy of the same name, established in 1869. It was officially founded in 1900 by his protégé, Kojuro Nakagawa, as the Kyoto Hosei Gakko (Kyoto School of Law and Politics), later to take on the name "Ritsumeikan." The name is derived from a passage in the Jinxin chapter of the Discourses of Mencius, and means "a place to establish one's destiny through cultivating one's mind." Ritsumeikan’s founding ideals are "freedom and innovation" and reflecting upon its wartime experience, it committed itself to a core educational philosophy of "peace and democracy" after World War II. Ritsumeikan has faced the challenges of the times by pursuing an independent path to rise above adversity and has become the comprehensive private educational institution that it is today through extensive cooperation and support from both within and outside Japan.

Location

Japan, Kyoto, Kyoto, 603-8577

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Programs

All Courses Offered

Bachelor of Arts in International Relations(English Track)

Ritsumeikan University

Level Undergraduate
Duration 48 Months
Application Fees 5000
1st Year Tuition Fees JPY 1639200
Exams Required

fees may vary according to university current structure and policy

Japan - Full Time

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Bachelor's in Information Science and Engineering(English Track)

Ritsumeikan University

Level Undergraduate
Duration 48 Months
Application Fees 5000
1st Year Tuition Fees JPY 1971600
Exams Required

fees may vary according to university current structure and policy

Japan - Full Time

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Bachelor of Arts in Policy Science(English TracK)

Ritsumeikan University

Level Undergraduate
Duration 48 Months
Application Fees 5000
1st Year Tuition Fees JPY 1531600
Exams Required

fees may vary according to university current structure and policy

Japan - Full Time

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Master's in Global International Relations(English Track)

Ritsumeikan University

Level Postgraduate
Duration 24 Months
Application Fees 5000
1st Year Tuition Fees JPY 1639200
Exams Required

fees may vary according to university current structure and policy

Japan - Full Time

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Ranking

Ranking	Form	Year	Type
680	QS	2026	Private

Accommodation

One of the best parts of SKP is the sense of community that develops among the students which often leads to lifelong friendships. Nowhere is this truer than at the International House Dormitories.
Ritsumeikan University manages International Houses for each campus. Students from around the world share one living space, giving you the opportunity to learn about other customs and cultures on top of experiencing daily life in Japan. The I-Houses are all equipped with everything a college student would need including fully furnished rooms, laundry facilities, lounges, kitchens, and internet access.
The sense of community at the I-Houses is further accentuated by the presence of experienced and approachable live-in managers and Resident Mentors RMs, so assistance is always just a few doors down. The I-House RMs, who are regular students of Ritsumeikan University, assist you when you first move in, help you adjust to living in Japan, and organize I-House events throughout the year. Together, the managers and RMs work to create a sense of community and provide a unique and enjoyable cross-cultural living experience, making the International Houses feel more like a home.

Placement

Ritsumeikan University offers robust career support, boasting high employment rates for both humanities and science graduate school students. Ranked 3rd among private universities in Japan and 201st-250th in the 2022 QS Graduate Employability Rankings, it provides comprehensive job-hunting assistance through its career center, particularly for international students seeking roles in Japan.

Notes

Ritsumeikan University's main Kyoto/Osaka campuses are best reached from Kansai International Airport (KIX) via the JR Haruka Express to Kyoto/Osaka stations, or Osaka International Airport (Itami, ITM) via limousine bus. Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU) in Beppu is best reached from Oita Airport (OIT), typically via airport bus.

Ritsumeikan University (Kyoto & Osaka Campuses)

From Kansai International Airport (KIX): Take the JR Haruka Limited Express train directly to Kyoto Station (approx. 75–80 mins).
From Osaka International Airport (Itami - ITM): Take the Airport Limousine Bus to Kyoto Station (approx. 50–55 mins) or to Osaka/Umeda Station.
To Kinugasa Campus (Kyoto): From Kyoto Station, take city bus #50 or #205 (approx. 30–40 mins).
To Biwako-Kusatsu Campus (BKC): Take the JR Biwako Line to Minami-Kusatsu Station, then a bus to the campus (approx. 15 mins).
To Osaka Ibaraki Campus (OIC): Located near JR Ibaraki Station, which is accessible via the JR Kyoto Line.

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Bachelor's in Information Science and Engineering(English Track)

Bachelor of Arts in Policy Science(English TracK)

Master's in Global International Relations(English Track)

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Location

Programs

All Courses Offered

Bachelor of Arts in International Relations(English Track)

Bachelor's in Information Science and Engineering(English Track)

Bachelor of Arts in Policy Science(English TracK)

Master's in Global International Relations(English Track)

Gallery

Ranking

Accommodation

Placement

Notes

Other Links

Top Destinations

Our Services

Contact Us

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