Established in 1913, the Sophia University (Jochi Daigaku) is a private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Tokyo (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan, Sophia University is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational Japanese higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Sophia 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 111-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. Sophia University 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.
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Name (English) | Jochi Daigaku |
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Name | Jochi Daigaku |
Name (Non Latin) | 上智大学 |
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Founded | 1913 |
Motto | Lux Veritatis Light of Truth |
Colours | Dark red |
Mascot | Sophia-Kun the Eagle |
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The following Jochi Daigaku's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix 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 Jochi Daigaku's academic range and degree level offering.
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This institution admits Men and Women (coed).
Has Jochi Daigaku a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations.
Jochi Daigaku's acceptance rate range is 0-9% making this institution an extremely selective higher education institution.
International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.
Sophia University has more than 1600 international students.Tip: search for Jochi Daigaku's admission policy with the uniRank Search Engine
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uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Jochi Daigaku.
Jochi Daigaku has an enrollment range of 10,000-14,999 students making it a large-sized institution.
This institution has a range of 1,000-1,499 academic employees (Faculty).
Jochi Daigaku is a private higher education institution.
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This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.
This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.
Jochi Daigaku has a Christian-Catholic affiliation (Jesuit - www.jesuit.org).
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This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.
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This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.
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Jochi Daigaku is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan
Year of first Recognition or Accreditation
1952
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