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Kagawa Nutrition University

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world rank  4073

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Overview

Founded in 1961, the Kagawa Nutrition University is a for-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Sakado (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Saitama. This institution also has a branch campus in Komagome. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan, Kagawa Nutrition University (KNU) is a small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 2,000-2,999 students) coeducational Japanese higher education institution. Kagawa Nutrition University (KNU) 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 64-year-old Japanese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this Japanese higher education organization a least selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. KNU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Kagawa Nutrition University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Kagawa Nutrition University's Entity Typefor-profit

Size

Kagawa Nutrition University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall sized

Selectivity

Kagawa Nutrition University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin) 女子栄養大学
Acronym KNU
Founded 1961
Motto
Colours Deep red
Mascot Cuppy, Spoony and recipy
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University Location

Address 3-9-21 Chiyoda
Sakado
350-0288 Saitama
Japan
Kagawa Nutrition University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Kagawa Nutrition University Phone Number (49) 284 6245
Kagawa Nutrition University Fax Number (492) 84 6410
Other locations Komagome

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

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Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Kagawa Nutrition 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 Kagawa Nutrition University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

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Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Kagawa Nutrition 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 Kagawa Nutrition University.



Kagawa Nutrition University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
15,000-17,499 US$ (13,670-15,950 Euro) 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students
15,000-17,499 US$ (13,670-15,950 Euro) 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro)

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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

Kagawa Nutrition University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Kagawa Nutrition University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 80-89% making it a least 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


Kagawa Nutrition University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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

Kagawa Nutrition University provides the following information for international students:

  1. Number of international students coming to study full-time for degrees: 10 students
  2. Countries of origin of international students (excluding exchange students): Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, China, US, Russia, Nigeria

For additional admission requirements for international students, please visit https://www.eiyo.ac.jp/english/prospective-students/admission-for-international-students.html


Kagawa Nutrition University's Admission Office Admission Office

3-9-21 Chiyoda Sakado City Saitama JAPAN
350-0288
+81-49-282-7331


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Size and Profile

Introduction

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Size and Profile

Kagawa Nutrition University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 2,000 to 2,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Kagawa Nutrition University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 50 to 99 members.


Kagawa Nutrition University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Kagawa Nutrition University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a for-profit higher education institution.


Kagawa Nutrition University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a suburban setting.


Kagawa Nutrition University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Kagawa Nutrition University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Kagawa Nutrition University is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

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University Facilities


Kagawa Nutrition University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Kagawa Nutrition University's Library

Kagawa Education Institute of Nutrition boasts three libraries, namely the University Library on the Sakado Campus, and the Junior College and Vocational College Libraries on the Komagome Campus. These libraries collectively offer a rich and diverse collection of resources catering to the institute's focus on 'food,' 'health,' and 'food culture.'

The library's holdings encompass a wide range of materials, including books, magazines, and audiovisual resources, all dedicated to the specialized fields of nutrition and culinary arts. Moreover, users have access to a valuable selection of electronic journals, further enhancing research and exploration capabilities. The library also provides convenient access to online databases, fostering a comprehensive learning experience for its users.

An important milestone was reached in 2003 when the library initiated the digital archives of the esteemed journal "Eiyo to Ryori" (Nutrition & Cooking), making it available for access on the internet. This forward-thinking step reflects the institute's commitment to embracing digitalization and expanding the reach of its valuable resources.


Kagawa Nutrition University's Housing University Housing

Yes

Kagawa Nutrition University's housing offerings include the Wakaba dormitory, an in-campus accommodation option.

  • Wakaba dormitory is a single-sex dormitory.
  • The dormitory is located in the Sakado campus.
  • The total number of dormitory beds available is approximately 90.


Kagawa Nutrition University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes

Kagawa Nutrition University offers a range of sport activities and facilities:

  1. Types of sport activities available at the KNU:
    • Aerobic gymnastics
    • Athletics
    • Tennis
    • Basketball
  2. Types of sport facilities available at the KNU:
    • Gym(s)
    • Tennis court(s)


Kagawa Nutrition University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Kagawa Nutrition University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes

Kagawa Nutrition University offers the following financial aids to its students:

  • Student loans (require to be repaid).
  • Student grants (need-based and do not require to be repaid).
  • Student scholarships (merit-based and do not require to be repaid).
  • Tuition waivers (exempting some students from paying all or a portion of their tuition fees).


Kagawa Nutrition University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes

Kagawa Nutrition University offers the following exchange programs and study abroad opportunities:

  • Currently, the university has one student exchange program with Sole National University.
  • The university is considering increasing the number of exchange programs in the near future.
  • The exchange program typically lasts for 6-12 months.


Kagawa Nutrition University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Kagawa Nutrition University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Kagawa Nutrition University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

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Kagawa Nutrition University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Kagawa Nutrition 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

1948


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Kagawa Nutrition University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Japan Institution for Higher Education Evaluation (JIHEE)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Kagawa Nutrition University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Asia-Pacific Academic Consortium For Public Health (APACPH)


Academic Structure

Introduction

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Academic Structure

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Social Media

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