Shitennoji University

Overview

English Name: Shitennoji University

Local Name: 四天王寺大学

Acronyms: IBU, ["IBU"]

Founded: 1967

Control Type: Private

Religious Affiliation: Buddhism

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Established in 1967, the Shitennoji University (Shitennoji Daigaku) is a private higher education institution located in the small city of Habikino (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Osaka.

Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan, Shitennoji University (IBU) is a coeducational Japanese higher education institution formally affiliated with the Buddhist religion. Shitennoji University (IBU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees in several areas of study.

This 57-year-old Japanese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. IBU 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.

Location & Contact

For visits or applications to Shitennoji University, location and primary contact details are below. Open days are typically announced via social channels — follow them to receive event notifications.

Academic Details

The basic academic profile of Shitennoji University, including enrolment and faculty composition. Total student count fluctuates intake-to-intake; treat the figure as approximate rather than precise.

Academic Structures

How Shitennoji University structures its academic side — by faculty, school, and unit — is detailed below. The structure affects everything from credit transfer to cross-faculty modules.

Degrees

Find the degree level matching your study stage at Shitennoji University. Bologna-process cycles (1st/2nd/3rd) map roughly to bachelor's, master's, and doctoral but with country-specific variations.

Faculties & Divisions

All faculties operate under Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan.

Programs Offered

Search and filter Shitennoji University's available programmes by degree level. The list reflects the institution's current catalogue and may not include programmes that are paused or pending approval.

How to apply to Shitennoji University

Five steps that capture how most applications to Shitennoji University flow, from research through submission to follow-up correspondence.

1. 1
   Identify the right programme

   Use the programme finder to browse Shitennoji University's 14 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.

2. 2
   Check entry requirements

   Programme-level requirements at Shitennoji University typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.

3. 3
   Prepare your application documents

   Prepare academic transcripts, ID/passport copies, language proficiency proof, a personal statement, and reference letters. International candidates may need apostilled or notarised translations — start early to avoid deadline pressure.

4. 4
   Submit via the institution

   Shitennoji University processes applications through www.shitennoji.ac.jp. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.

5. 5
   Get in touch with admissions

   Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. Reach the institution by phone at +81 (72) 956 3181. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.

Frequently Asked Questions about Shitennoji University

Below are the key facts most prospective students ask about Shitennoji University, drawn directly from institutional records.

Top-Ranked Universities in Japan

Below are the highest-ranked universities in Japan — natural comparison points for Shitennoji University. Top institutions in Japan typically have the strongest international recognition and graduate-school placement.

Kyoto University

Kyoto · Public · Rank #149

Osaka University

Suita · Public · Rank #209

Tohoku University

Sendai · Public · Rank #252

Kyushu University

Fukuoka · Public · Rank #328

Keio University

Tokyo · Private · Rank #358

Other Japanese Universities Affiliated with Buddhism

Buddhism-affiliated institutions in Japan provide a similar campus culture to Shitennoji University. Campus culture among affiliated universities often shares core values while differing in academic emphasis.

Aichi Gakuin University

Nisshin-shi · Private · Rank #1942

Ryukoku University

Kyoto · Private · Rank #3071

Taisho University

Tokyo · Private · Est. 1926

Soai University

Osaka · Private · Est. 1888

Rissho University

Tokyo · Private · Est. 1904

Where Else to Study Social & Cultural Studies

Industry partnership exclusives on Social & Cultural Studies programmes vary — some Japan institutions hold sponsored chairs, others run rotating industry guest-teaching arrangements.

Yokohama City University

Yokohama · Public · Rank #875

Kindai University

Higashiosaka-shi · Private · Rank #944

Tokai University

Tokyo · Private · Rank #1175

Ritsumeikan University

Kyoto · Private · Rank #1198

NA

Nagoya City University

Nagoya · Public · Rank #1259

Universities Often Compared with Shitennoji University

Comparable peer metrics — selectivity, yield, faculty awards — give a fuller picture than headline rankings alone. The universities below cluster around Shitennoji University on most of these signals.

Minami Kyushu University

Miyazaki · Private · Est. 1967

Nakanihon Automotive College

Kamo · Private · Est. 1967

GI

Gifu Kyoritsu University

Ōgaki-shi · Private · Est. 1967

KO

Koshien University

Takarazuka-shi · Private · Est. 1967

NI

Nippon Institute of Technology

Minamisaitama-gun · Private · Est. 1967