Established in 1639, Ryukoku University is a private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Kyoto (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). This institution also has a branch campus in Otsu. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan, Ryukoku University is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational Japanese higher education institution formally affiliated with the Buddhist religion. Ryukoku University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 381 years old Japanese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 30-40% making this Japanese higher education organization a very selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. Ryukoku 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.
