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Musashino Art University

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world rank  2438

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Overview

Established in 1929, the Musashino Art University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Kodaira (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Tokyo. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan, Musashino Art University (MAU) is a small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 4,000-4,999 students) coeducational Japanese higher education institution. Musashino Art University (MAU) 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 96-year-old Japanese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The acceptance rate range is 0-9% making this Japanese higher education organization an extremely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. MAU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Musashino Art University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Musashino Art University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Musashino Art University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall sized

Selectivity

Musashino Art University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateextremely selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin) 武蔵野美術大学
Acronym MAU
Founded 1929
Motto To foster a new generation of artists and designers with a well-rounded perspective
Colours Blue
Mascot
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University Location

Address 1-736 Ogawacho
Kodaira
187-8505 Tokyo
Japan
Musashino Art University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Musashino Art University Phone Number (42) 342 6021
Musashino Art University Fax Number (42) 342 5193
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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 Musashino Art 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 Musashino Art 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 Musashino Art 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 Musashino Art University.



Musashino Art University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro) 17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro)
International
students
17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro) Not reported

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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

Musashino Art University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Musashino Art 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 0-9% making it an extremely 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


Musashino Art University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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


Musashino Art University's Admission Office Admission Office

1-736 Ogawa-cho
Kodaira-shi



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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

Musashino Art University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 4,000 to 4,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Musashino Art University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 600 to 699 members.


Musashino Art University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Musashino Art University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Musashino Art University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Musashino Art 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.


Musashino Art University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Musashino Art University is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

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University Facilities


Musashino Art University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Musashino Art University's Library


Musashino Art University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Musashino Art University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Musashino Art University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Musashino Art University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Musashino Art University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Musashino Art University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Musashino Art University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Musashino Art University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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.


Musashino Art University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Musashino Art 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

1962


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Japan University Accreditation Association (JUAA)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

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

  • International Council of Design (ico-D)
  • World Design Organization (WDO)


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 Musashino Art University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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Free Online Courses

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