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About
Ōtani University is a private Buddhist university in Kita-ku, Kyoto, Japan. Ōtani University is a coeducation institution with an emphasis on Buddhist studies. A two-year private junior college is associated with the university. The university is associated with the Ōtani School of Jōdo Shinshū, or Shin, school of Buddhism.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 701 worldwide across 4 major ranking systems
Ranked in 14 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
- 10,657
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 10.6 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 3%
- Female : Male
- 33 : 67
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
THE
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownUS News
7 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Polymer Science | =168 | 35.4 | 2026 |
| Physical Chemistry | =355 | 35.4 | 2026 |
| Chemistry | =412 | 35.4 | 2026 |
| Materials Science | 428 | 35.4 | 2026 |
| Physics & Astronomy | 492 | 35.4 | 2026 |
| Clinical Medicine | =967 | 35.4 | 2026 |
| Engineering | =1,393 | 35.4 | 2026 |
ARWU
4 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Nanoscience & Nanotechnology | 201-300 | - | 2018 |
| Chemistry | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Physics & Astronomy | 401-500 | - | 2022 |
| Materials Science | 401-500 | - | 2023 |
QS
4 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture & Forestry | 401-450 | - | 2024 |
| Materials Science | 401-550 | - | 2026 |
| Chemistry | 601-700 | - | 2026 |
| Medicine | 651-700 | - | 2025 |
THE
4 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering & Technology | 801–1000 | 27.1 | 2026 |
| Clinical & Health | 801–1000 | 22.9 | 2026 |
| Life Sciences | 801–1000 | 23.4 | 2026 |
| Physical Sciences | 801–1000 | 27.5 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of Ōtani University?
Ōtani University's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank 1201-1400, THE Rank 1201–1500, ARWU Rank 701-800, US News Rank =1,296.
When was Ōtani University founded?
Ōtani University was founded in 1901.
What are the top subjects at Ōtani University?
Top subjects at Ōtani University include: Polymer Science, Nanoscience & Nanotechnology, Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Physics & Astronomy.
Where is Ōtani University located?
Ōtani University is located in Kyoto, Japan.