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Iwate University

country rank  93
world rank  2033

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Overview

Established in 1949, the Iwate University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the medium city of Morioka (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Iwate. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan, Iwate University is a small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 5,000-5,999 students) coeducational Japanese higher education institution. Iwate University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 76-year-old Japanese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The acceptance rate range is 20-29% making this Japanese higher education organization a very selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. Iwate University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Iwate University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Iwate University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Iwate University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall sized

Selectivity

Iwate University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratevery selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin) 岩手大学
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Founded 1949
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University Location

Address 3-18-8 Ueda
Morioka
020-8550 Iwate
Japan
Iwate University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Iwate University Phone Number (19) 621 6006
Iwate University Fax Number (19) 621 6065
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Iwate University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Iwate University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Iwate University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Iwate University.



Iwate University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Iwate University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Iwate University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 20-29% making it a very selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Iwate University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Iwate University has more than 200 international students.

Iwate University's Admission Office Admission Office






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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Iwate University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 5,000 to 5,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Iwate University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 400 to 499 members.


Iwate University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


Iwate University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Iwate University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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Iwate University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a continuous academic calendar, an educational scheduling system where the academic year is organized without long breaks or traditional summer vacations.


Iwate University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

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Iwate University is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Iwate University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Iwate University's Library


Iwate University's Housing University Housing

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Iwate University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Iwate University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Iwate University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Iwate University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Iwate University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Iwate University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

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Iwate University's Career Services Career Services

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Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Iwate University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Iwate University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

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Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Iwate University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics for some of Iwate University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and as an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing, and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.


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