Kyoto University for International Students

R E P O R T C A R D

Kyoto University

Kyoto

Japan

Founded in 1897, Kyoto University is Japan’s second oldest university and one of the most prestigious institutions of higher learning in the world. Known for its broad range of excellent research opportunities, the university has produced some of Japan’s finest scholars and has won several Nobel Prizes. What sets Kyoto University apart from other regional universities is its strong emphasis on providing quality international education, offering multidisciplinary research with an international approach and a global network of partners.

Overall Score:

41.74

We grade on a curve:

60% and up = A
50 to 60% = B
40-50% = C

Example Tuition for 1 Year ($)

3668

Total Years to Degree

Total Tuition Cost ($)

14672

Location

Kyoto is a vibrant city located in the Kansai region of Japan and is its seventh largest city with a population of 1.5 million people. It has various major transportation hubs such as the Central Japan International Airport as well as the highly efficient suburban railway network. While there, travelers can explore the many temples, shrines, gardens, and historical sites such as the Kiyomizu Temple, which overlooks the beautiful city.

Overall Scores

Academics

62.27

Happiness

32.77

Costs

30.2

Overall Grade

41.74

1. Academics

Rank:

68

This is the university’s academic ranking among the world’s universities with at least one English-taught program and a student body with 6% or more international students.

Teacher/Student Ratio:

9.2

This is how many faculty you’ll find for every student (less is better).

Number of English Taught Programs:

1

This is the number of English-taught undergraduate degree programs you can take.

Total Academic Score:

62.27

If academics was an exam, how would this university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

2. Happiness

National Happiness Score:

37.1

This is the university’s home country’s happiness scale, from 1 to 100. You’ll enjoy high freedom and healthy, generous neighbors with high trust in their government.

Percent International:

12

How many students come from abroad? This number might mean robust student support for international students.

National English Proficiency:

51.51

From 1 to 100, how many of your neighbors speak English? How easy will it be to find services in English, like banking or medical care, while you’re abroad?

Total Happiness Score:

32.77

If happiness was an exam, how would the university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

3. Costs

Cost of Living Percentile:

10.1

How much does it cost to live in this country? On a scale of 0 to 100, countries that score highest have the lowest cost of living.

Rent Index Percentile:

23.2

Rent is one of the biggest expenses for students in university abroad. How does this country stack up? Higher scores indicate a happier wallet.

Total Tuition: $

14672

We converted the local currency for the international tuition fees into US dollars (USD). We used the lowest-cost degree.

Total Cost Score:

30.2

If costs were a grade on a test, how would this university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

4. Overall Score:

41.74

We grade on a curve: 60% and up = A
50 to 60% = B
40-50% = C