Ochanomizu University

Tokyo, Japan World Rank #2795

Overview

English Name: Ochanomizu University
Control Type: Public
World Rank: #2795
Rank in Japan: #134

Within Japan's higher-education landscape, Ochanomizu University stands as a public university. It operates from Tokyo, Japan as a higher-education provider.

Ochanomizu University runs a small set of programmes across multiple qualification levels, with teaching organised under numerous faculties and schools. The breadth of its catalogue serves a varied applicant profile.

On academic rankings, Ochanomizu University is ranked #2795 globally and #134 within Japan. The institution participates in Japan's academic ecosystem alongside other higher-education providers.

Location & Contact

Looking to reach Ochanomizu University? Address, contact details, and online links below. For finance and tuition payment queries, the bursar or finance office is typically a separate contact point.

Address: 2-1-1 Otsuka Bunkyo-ku
Postal Code: 112-8610
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Academic Details

Below are the institutional metrics for Ochanomizu University: scale, staffing balance, and accreditation context. These shape the academic experience more than headline rankings often suggest.

Academic Year: April to March (April-July; September-March)
Accrediting Agency: Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT)
Admission Requirements: Graduation from high school or equivalent or foreign equivalent and entrance examination

Degrees

Ochanomizu University's qualifications are listed below by level, so you can quickly find the route that matches your study stage. Some levels feed naturally into the next, while others stand alone.

Other 22 programs
  • Arts and Humanities
  • Asian Studies
  • Biological and Life Sciences
  • Child Care and Development
  • Cultural Studies
  • Education
  • English
  • Environmental Studies
  • Food Science
  • Foreign Languages Education
  • French
  • Gender Studies
  • Information Sciences
  • Mathematics
  • Modern Languages
  • Natural Sciences
  • Nutrition
  • Performing Arts
  • Psychology
  • Social Sciences
  • Social Studies
  • Sociology

Faculties & Divisions

The schools at Ochanomizu University and their associated subjects. Centres of excellence within faculties signal subjects where the institution invests in research and graduate-level activity.

Comparative Japanese Studies (Centre) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • East Asian Studies
Education and Research (Centre) Faculty details available

Specialisations & Subjects

No specified subjects listed.

Common Career Paths

  • Teacher
  • Educational Administrator
  • Curriculum Specialist

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Informational Biology (Centre) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Biology

Common Career Paths

  • Biologist
  • Lab Technician
  • Research Scientist

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Simulation Sciences (Centre) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Computer Engineering

Common Career Paths

  • Research Scientist
  • Lab Technician
  • Analyst

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Soft Matter Physics (Centre) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Physics

Common Career Paths

  • Physicist
  • Research Scientist
  • Data Analyst

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Japanese Basic Education (Course/Programme) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Japanese

Common Career Paths

  • Teacher
  • Educational Administrator
  • Curriculum Specialist

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Human Life and Environmental Sciences (Faculty) 10 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Biological and Life Sciences
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Cultural Studies
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Environmental Studies
  • Family Studies
  • Food Science
  • History
  • Nutrition
  • Social Sciences

Common Career Paths

  • Environmental Consultant
  • Sustainability Officer
  • Climate Analyst

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Letters and Education (Faculty) 24 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Art Education
  • Art History
  • Arts and Humanities
  • Asian Studies
  • Chinese
  • Cultural Studies
  • Dance
  • East Asian Studies
  • Educational Sciences
  • English
  • Ethics
  • French
  • French Studies
  • Geography (Human)
  • History
  • International Studies
  • Japanese
  • Modern Languages
  • Music
  • Performing Arts
  • Philosophy
  • Psychology
  • Social Sciences
  • Sociology

Common Career Paths

  • Teacher
  • Educational Administrator
  • Curriculum Specialist

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Science (Faculty) 6 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Information Sciences
  • Mathematics
  • Natural Sciences
  • Physics

Common Career Paths

  • Research Scientist
  • Lab Technician
  • Analyst

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Humanities and Sciences (Graduate School) 35 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Applied Linguistics
  • Art History
  • Asian Studies
  • Biochemistry
  • Biological and Life Sciences
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Child Care and Development
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Computer Science
  • Cultural Studies
  • Dance
  • Education
  • English
  • English Studies
  • Environmental Studies
  • Family Studies
  • Food Science
  • French
  • French Studies
  • Gender Studies
  • Genetics
  • Geography (Human)
  • History
  • Japanese
  • Literature
  • Mathematics
  • Music
  • Nutrition
  • Philosophy
  • Physics
  • Psychology
  • Social Policy
  • Social Sciences
  • Sociology

Common Career Paths

  • Research Scientist
  • Lab Technician
  • Analyst

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Humanities and Sciences (Graduate School) 24 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Arts and Humanities
  • Biochemistry
  • Biological and Life Sciences
  • Chemistry
  • Child Care and Development
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Computer Science
  • Cultural Studies
  • Developmental Psychology
  • East Asian Studies
  • Educational Sciences
  • Environmental Studies
  • Food Science
  • Gender Studies
  • Genetics
  • Japanese
  • Literature
  • Mathematics
  • Modern Languages
  • Psychology
  • Social Policy
  • Social Sciences
  • Social Studies
  • Sociology

Common Career Paths

  • Research Scientist
  • Lab Technician
  • Analyst

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Environmental Science for Human Life (Institute) 4 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Environmental Studies
  • Food Science
  • Health Sciences
  • Nutrition

Common Career Paths

  • Environmental Consultant
  • Sustainability Officer
  • Climate Analyst

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Experimental Animal (Institute) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Animal Husbandry
Gender Studies (Institute) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Gender Studies
Glycoscience (Institute) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Natural Sciences

Common Career Paths

  • Research Scientist
  • Lab Technician
  • Analyst

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Human Development and Education (Research Division) 2 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Child Care and Development
  • Development Studies

Common Career Paths

  • Teacher
  • Educational Administrator
  • Curriculum Specialist

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Co-Creation Engineering (School) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Engineering

Common Career Paths

  • Engineer
  • Project Manager
  • Technical Consultant

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Programs Offered

Every programme Ochanomizu University offers, searchable by name and grouped by level. Pathway programmes leading from foundation to bachelor entry are sometimes listed separately from full degree programmes.

Bachelor's Degree

4 programmes

Browse 4 programmes at Ochanomizu University for undergraduate entry. Each combines core theory with the credits needed to progress toward honours or a master's.

Faculty of Letters and Education Education & Teaching 4 years On-campus Japanese
Duration: 4 years
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 6,825,232 JPY/total
Faculty of Science Natural Sciences 4 years On-campus Japanese
Duration: 4 years
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 6,825,232 JPY/total
Faculty of Human Life and Environmental Sciences Environmental Sciences 4 years On-campus Japanese
Duration: 4 years
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 6,825,232 JPY/total
Faculty of Transdisciplinary Engineering General Engineering 4 years On-campus Japanese
Duration: 4 years
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 6,825,232 JPY/total

Master's Degree

1 programme

Ochanomizu University provides 1 programme at master's level for graduates who want to specialise further or strengthen their standing for doctoral applications.

Graduate School of Humanities and Sciences Humanities & Cultural Studies 2 years On-campus Japanese
Duration: 2 years
Delivery: On-campus
Local tuition: 3,757,884 JPY/total

How to apply to Ochanomizu University

Below is a five-step path through the application process at Ochanomizu University, useful for first-time applicants and international students.

  1. 1
    Research programmes at Ochanomizu University

    Begin by reviewing the programmes section above. Ochanomizu University offers 5 programmes grouped by qualification level. Decide on a target tier (bachelor's, master's, or doctoral) before narrowing by subject.

  2. 2
    Review admissions criteria

    Each programme at Ochanomizu University has its own entry requirements — academic minimums, language proficiency, supporting documents, and sometimes interviews or portfolios. Check the programme-specific page or contact admissions to confirm eligibility.

  3. 3
    Gather supporting documents

    Most applications require certified academic records, identification documents, language test certificates (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent for English-medium programmes), CV/résumé, and a statement of purpose. Allow extra time for document authentication.

  4. 4
    Lodge your application

    Apply directly via Ochanomizu University's online portal at www.ocha.ac.jp. Complete the application form, upload supporting documents, and pay any application fee. Confirmation emails typically arrive within a few business days.

  5. 5
    Confirm receipt and track progress

    After submitting, confirm receipt with the admissions office and track your application status through the portal. Reach the institution by email at [email protected]. Set reminders for any interview requests, additional document submissions, or admission decision deadlines.

Frequently Asked Questions about Ochanomizu University

Quick answers to the most common questions about Ochanomizu University — covering location, founding, ranking, programmes, and admissions context.

What city is Ochanomizu University in?

Ochanomizu University operates from Tokyo, Japan.

Is Ochanomizu University public or private?

Ochanomizu University is a public institution.

How is Ochanomizu University ranked?

It ranks #2795 globally and #134 in Japan.

Is Ochanomizu University officially recognised?

Yes, Ochanomizu University is recognised by Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT).

How do I find Ochanomizu University online?

The institution's website is www.ocha.ac.jp.

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