Kogakuin University
Tokyo, Japan • Founded 1887 • THE 2025 #1501-2092
Updated Nov 2026 · Source: kogakuin.ac.jp
Overview
Kogakuin University is a private university in Tokyo that traces its roots to the Kōshu Gakkō, a technical school founded in the Meiji era.
Its founding principle, the spirit of engineering, guides teaching across four undergraduate schools: Advanced Engineering, Engineering, Architecture and Informatics. Together these schools cover fifteen departments, ranging from life science, applied chemistry and applied physics through mechanical and electrical engineering to urban planning, architecture, computer science and information design.
Undergraduate study leads into the Graduate School of Engineering, which offers master's programmes in mechanical engineering, applied chemistry, electrical engineering and electronics, informatics and architecture. The university also runs a course that links four years of undergraduate study with two years of graduate study for students in Advanced Engineering, and a hybrid study-abroad scheme aimed at science and engineering students.
Teaching and research are organised around small research laboratories, where students typically complete a graduation project under a supervising faculty member.
The university has campuses in Shinjuku and Hachioji and an affiliated junior and senior high school. Admissions are handled online through a range of routes, including general selection, recommendation-based and portfolio-style selection, and a separate route for international students.
Location & Contact
Kogakuin University's campus location, postal address, and admissions contact channels are below.
Academic Details
Enrolment, faculty headcount, and accreditation data for Kogakuin University are listed below.
Academic Structures
Kogakuin University's faculties, schools, institutes, and constituent units are listed below.
Unit 20 items
- Department of Applied Chemistry
- Department of Applied Physics
- Department of Architectural Design
- Department of Architecture
- Department of Chemistry and Life Science
- Department of Computer Science
- Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Department of Environmental Chemistry and Chemical Engineering
- Department of Information Design
- Department of Information Science
- Department of Information and Communications Engineering
- Department of Mechanical Engineering
- Department of Mechanical Science and Engineering
- Department of Mechanical Systems Engineering
- Department of Urban Design and Planning
- Graduate School of Engineering
- School of Advanced Engineering
- School of Architecture
- School of Engineering
- School of Informatics
Faculties & Divisions
The faculties at Kogakuin University, and what each one teaches, are listed below.
Collaborative Open Research (CORC) (Centre) Faculty details available
Specialisations & Subjects
No specified subjects listed.
Techno Creation (TECC) (Centre) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Machine Building
Architecture (Faculty) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Architectural and Environmental Design
- Architecture
- Architecture and Planning
- Town Planning
Engineering (Faculty) 8 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Applied Chemistry
- Chemical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Energy Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Information Technology
- Mechanical Engineering
- Telecommunications Engineering
Global Engineering (Faculty) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Mechanical Engineering
Informatics (Faculty) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Computer Science
- Information Technology
Engineering (Graduate School) 8 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Applied Chemistry
- Architecture
- Chemical Engineering
- Computer Science
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Engineering
- Management
- Mechanical Engineering
Biomedical Engineering (BERC) (Research Division) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Biomedical Engineering
Nano Structured Surface and Interface (NASIC) (Research Division) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Nanotechnology
Urban Disaster Mitigation (UDM) (Research Division) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Safety Engineering
Programs Offered
The full set of programmes Kogakuin University offers is searchable and grouped by level below.
21 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in Japan
Bachelor's Degree 15 programmes
Showing 10 of 15.
Master's Degree 6 programmes
How to apply to Kogakuin University
What applying to Kogakuin University involves, in five steps.
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Browse the programme catalogue
Start by exploring the programmes section on this page. Kogakuin University runs 21 active programmes across multiple degree levels. Narrow by qualification tier and read each programme description before shortlisting.
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Check eligibility for your chosen programme
Before applying to Kogakuin University, confirm you meet the academic, language, and document requirements for your chosen programme. International applicants should also check visa eligibility for Japan.
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Get your documents ready
Standard documents: official transcripts, identity proof, language test results, personal statement, and references. Confirm exact requirements with Kogakuin University's admissions office before assembling, as expectations vary by programme.
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Apply through the official channel
Lodge your application through the official website (www.kogakuin.ac.jp). Online forms are the standard route. Save your draft frequently and submit before the programme deadline.
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Reach out and track your application
Verify your application has been received by the admissions team. Monitor the portal for status updates, interview invitations, or document requests, and respond within the stated deadlines.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kogakuin University
Quick answers to common questions about Kogakuin University.
When was Kogakuin University founded?
Kogakuin University was established in 1887 (approximately 139 years ago).
What city is Kogakuin University in?
Kogakuin University operates from Tokyo, Japan.
Is Kogakuin University public or private?
It is a private higher-education institution.
How is Kogakuin University ranked?
Kogakuin University holds rank THE 2025 #1501-2092.
How many faculties does Kogakuin University have?
Kogakuin University is organised into 20 academic units across its disciplines.
Is Kogakuin University accredited?
Kogakuin University is accredited by Japan University Accreditation Association (JUAA).
How do I find Kogakuin University online?
The institution's website is www.kogakuin.ac.jp.
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