University of Shizuoka

Overview

Location & Contact

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

Academic Details

University of Shizuoka's scale, faculty balance, and academic recognition. Staff-with-doctorate share often signals research culture more reliably than headline research output figures.

Degrees

The degree levels available at University of Shizuoka — bachelor's, master's, doctoral, and others — are organised below. Each tier signals a different depth of specialisation and minimum study duration.

Faculties & Divisions

University of Shizuoka's academic units and the subject areas each covers are listed below. Use this view to locate the faculty handling your subject — admissions and scholarship contact points often sit at the faculty level.

Programs Offered

The full set of programmes University of Shizuoka offers is searchable and grouped by level below. Some programmes accept rolling applications; others run on annual cycles — check before applying.

How to apply to University of Shizuoka

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

1. 1
   Identify the right programme

   Use the programme finder to browse University of Shizuoka's 24 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 University of Shizuoka 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

   University of Shizuoka processes applications through www.u-shizuoka-ken.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 054-264-5102. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.

Frequently Asked Questions about University of Shizuoka

Frequently asked questions about University of Shizuoka, covering the institutional basics most prospective applicants want to confirm first.

Top-Ranked Universities in Japan

Subject-specific rankings sometimes diverge from overall national rankings. A university below University of Shizuoka overall may lead in your subject — worth checking subject tables separately.

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

Faculties at Nearby Universities

Cross-border or within-state choices: the universities near University of Shizuoka may fall under different governance, fee structures, or visa rules. Confirm the regulatory context for each option separately.

Tokoha Gakuen University

Shizuoka · Private · Est. 1980

Shizuoka Eiwa Gakuin University

Shizuoka · Private · Est. 2002

Where Else to Study Pharmacy

Looking for Pharmacy programmes beyond University of Shizuoka? Other universities in Japan cover the same discipline. Cross-comparing modules, assessment styles, and faculty profiles is the fastest way to find the right fit.

Hokkaido University

Sapporo · Public · Rank #363

Nagoya University

Nagoya · Public · Rank #413

Hiroshima University

Higashi-Hiroshima · Public · Rank #654

JU

Juntendo University

Bunkyō-ku · Private · Rank #721

Chiba University

Chiba · Public · Rank #742

Universities Often Compared with University of Shizuoka

Mid-career outcome data (5–10 year post-graduation) is harder to source but more revealing than starting-salary data. Where available for peer institutions, it is worth comparing.

Azabu University

Sagamihara-shi · Private · Rank #1721

Mie University

Tsu · Public · Rank #1721

Ehime University

Matsuyama-shi · Public · Rank #1723

Yamagata University

Yamagata · Public · Rank #1701

Tokyo Metropolitan University

Tokyo · Public · Rank #1692