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About
Kitasato University is a private medical university headquartered in Shirokane, Minato, Tokyo, Japan. The head of the university is on the Shirokane campus, neighboring the original Kitasato Institute, the first private medical research facility in Japan which was the starting point for the existing university.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 701 worldwide across 3 major ranking systems
Ranked in 11 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Times Higher Education World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 8,517
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 5.0 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 1%
- Female : Male
- 55 : 45
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
THE
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownARWU
4 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical Medicine | 101-150 | - | 2024 |
| Biological Sciences | 151-200 | - | 2018 |
| Veterinary Science | 201-300 | - | 2021 |
| Pharmacy & Pharmacology | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
US News
4 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Gastroenterology and Hepatology | 205 | 25.3 | 2026 |
| Oncology | 496 | 25.3 | 2026 |
| Biology and Biochemistry | =720 | 25.3 | 2026 |
| Clinical Medicine | =869 | 25.3 | 2026 |
QS
1 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Medicine | 701-850 | - | 2026 |
THE
2 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical & Health | 801–1000 | 22.9 | 2026 |
| Life Sciences | 1001+ | 10.9 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of Kitasato University?
Kitasato University's performance in the latest university rankings: THE Rank 1501+, ARWU Rank 701-800, US News Rank =1,879.
When was Kitasato University founded?
Kitasato University was founded in 1970.
What are the top subjects at Kitasato University?
Top subjects at Kitasato University include: Clinical Medicine, Biological Sciences, Veterinary Science, Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Pharmacy & Pharmacology.
Where is Kitasato University located?
Kitasato University is located in Tokyo, Japan.