About
Doshisha University , also referred to as Dodai , is a private university in Kyoto, Japan. Established in 1875, it is one of Japan's oldest private institutions of higher learning, and has approximately 30,000 students enrolled on four campuses in Kyoto. It is one of Japan's "Global 30" universities and a member of "Kan-Kan-Dō-Ritsu" (関関同立), a group of four leading private universities in west...
Doshisha University , also referred to as Dodai , is a private university in Kyoto, Japan. Established in 1875, it is one of Japan's oldest private institutions of higher learning, and has approximately 30,000 students enrolled on four campuses in Kyoto. It is one of Japan's "Global 30" universities and a member of "Kan-Kan-Dō-Ritsu" (関関同立), a group of four leading private universities in western Japan's Kansai region, along with Kansai University, Kwansei Gakuin University, and Ritsumeikan University.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 1201 worldwide across 3 major ranking systems
Ranked in 7 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 26,715
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 18.1 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 4%
- Female : Male
- 42 : 58
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownQS
3 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Linguistics | 251-300 | - | 2021 |
| English Language & Literature | 251-300 | - | 2026 |
| Arts & Humanities | 501-550 | - | 2025 |
THE
4 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Psychology | 601+ | 15.4 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 1001+ | 11.5 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences | 1001+ | 11.4 | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 1251+ | 9.6 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of Doshisha University?
Doshisha University's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank 1201-1400, THE Rank 1501+, US News Rank =2,201.
When was Doshisha University founded?
Doshisha University was founded in 1875.
What are the top subjects at Doshisha University?
Top subjects at Doshisha University include: Linguistics, English Language & Literature, Arts & Humanities, Psychology, Computer Science.
Where is Doshisha University located?
Doshisha University is located in Kyoto, Japan.