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Rissho University

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Type
Public University
Founded
Students
International

Rissho University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Rissho University is a public university in Japan, and it suits applicants who want a Japanese university with a long-established history. It is a broad choice for international students comparing options in a country with many universities.

  2. What you can study

    No subject areas or degree programmes are listed, so the programme catalogue needs to be checked on the university website before applying. The university is a public institution in Japan.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should check the official university website for the current application steps, entry requirements, deadlines, and document list. The university’s admissions office can confirm any country-specific requirements and how to submit an application from abroad.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range here; confirm the current tuition and any application fees with its admissions office. Living costs in Japan will depend on the city and your housing choices, so budget separately for accommodation, transport, food, and insurance.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not given, so check that on the official site before applying. Also confirm visa requirements, whether the programme accepts international applicants, and what documents are needed for certificates, transcripts, and proof of funds.

  6. How it compares

    Japan has 571 universities, so Rissho University sits in a very large national system where applicants have many options to compare. Its public status and long history may matter to students who want an established Japanese university, but programme details still need to be confirmed directly.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Rissho University

What type of university is Rissho University?

It is a public university in Japan.

Where is Rissho University located?

It is in Japan.

Does the university publish tuition fees here?

No tuition fee range is published here; confirm the current tuition with the admissions office.

What is the university website?

http://www.ris.ac.jp/

Overview

Rissho University , one of the oldest universities in Japan, was founded in 1580, when a seminary was established as a learning center for young monks of the Nichiren shu.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Japan.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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