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Seinan Gakuin University

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world rank  3358

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Overview

Founded in 1949, the Seinan Gakuin University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Fukuoka (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan, Seinan Gakuin University (SGU) is a medium sized (uniRank enrollment range: 8,000-8,999 students) coeducational Japanese higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Baptist religion. Seinan Gakuin University (SGU) 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 students are welcome to apply for enrollment. SGU 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

Seinan Gakuin University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Seinan Gakuin University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Seinan Gakuin University' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium sized

Selectivity

Seinan Gakuin University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratevery selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin) 西南学院大学
Acronym SGU
Founded 1949 Origins date back to 1916
Motto Seinan, be true to Christ
Colours Terre verte green
Mascot
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University Location

Address 6-2-92, Nishijin Sawara-ku
Fukuoka
814-8511 Fukuoka
Japan
Seinan Gakuin University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Seinan Gakuin University Phone Number (92) 823 3346
Seinan Gakuin University Fax Number (92) 823 3334
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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 Seinan Gakuin 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 Seinan Gakuin 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 Seinan Gakuin 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 Seinan Gakuin University.



Seinan Gakuin University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students
5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 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

Seinan Gakuin University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Seinan Gakuin 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


Seinan Gakuin University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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


Seinan Gakuin University's Admission Office Admission Office

6-2-92, Nishijin Sawara-ku
Fukuoka 814-8511
(92) 823 3366


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Size and Profile

Introduction

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Size and Profile

Seinan Gakuin University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 8,000 to 8,999, making it a medium-sized institution.


Seinan Gakuin University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 300 to 399 members.


Seinan Gakuin University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Seinan Gakuin University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Seinan Gakuin University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Seinan Gakuin 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.


Seinan Gakuin University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Seinan Gakuin University is Christian-Baptist Religious Affiliation

Christian-Baptist.


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


Seinan Gakuin University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Seinan Gakuin University's Library


Seinan Gakuin University's Housing University Housing

Yes

For more information on Seinan Gakuin University's housing options, visit: https://www.seinan-gu.ac.jp/eng/campus_life/housing/i_house.html


Seinan Gakuin University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Seinan Gakuin University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Seinan Gakuin University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes

Seinan Gakuin University offers financial aid to support students facing financial challenges in continuing their studies at the institution. Approximately 40% of the university's students benefit from this scholarship system. The available scholarships at Seinan Gakuin University are as follows:

  • Seinan Gakuin University Outstanding Achievement Scholarship
  • Seinan Gakuin University Benefit Scholarship
  • Scholarships offered by Seinan Gakuin University faculty and staff
  • CK Dozier Memorial Scholarship
  • Kawai Tazuru Memorial Scholarship
  • Joy Copeland Memorial Scholarship
  • Akio Izumi Memorial Scholarship

In addition to the university-based scholarships, students can also avail loans from various sources, including Japan Student Services Organization Loan Scholarship, private organizations, and local government. These loans are to be repaid after graduation.

Seinan Gakuin University has further established a scholarship system to support students who wish to enhance their language skills and experience diverse cultures through study abroad programs.

Lastly, international students enrolled in regular undergraduate and graduate courses (excluding advanced and special courses for international students) can benefit from a scholarship system aimed at reducing their financial burden, allowing them to focus on their studies.


Seinan Gakuin University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes

Seinan Gakuin University has not provided us with a list of exchange programs and/or countries where to study abroad when enrolled at their institution but invites all uniRank visitors to check out the following relevant links:

  • For more information, visit: https://www.seinan-gu.ac.jp/eng/study_abroad/exchange_students.html


Seinan Gakuin University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Seinan Gakuin University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Seinan Gakuin University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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.


Seinan Gakuin University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Seinan Gakuin 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

1949


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Seinan Gakuin 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

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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

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Social Media

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Free Online Courses

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