Open University of Japan

Open University of Japan ranks #3,981 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 53.33 out of 100. It ranks #107 nationally.

| Global Rank 3981 | Overall Score 53.33 |
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Top Country #107

Top Asia #1,732

Top World #3,981

About Open University of Japan

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Open University of Japan is dedicated to providing accessible education through innovative online learning. Its programs are designed to meet the needs of students seeking to balance education with other commitments. The university's research initiatives focus on enhancing online education and improving learning outcomes. The supportive student community fosters collaboration and engagement, enriching the educational experience. Open University of Japan is recognized and verified by UNIRANKS.

Open University of Japan Rankings 2027

Recognized, Verified | Published 4 August 2026 | Updated 4 August 2026

Overall Score
53.33
Global Rank
#3,981
Regional Rank
#1,732
Country Rank
#107
Institution Status
Recognized, Verified

Open University of Japan Overall Rankings 2027

Explore Open University of Japan’s performance across the official UNIRANKS World University Rankings 2027. Each ranking indicator measures a different aspect of institutional excellence, from education quality and research performance to student wellbeing, employability, digital transformation, and global engagement.

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UNIRANKS Indicator Scores are normalized performance scores on a 0–100 scale and should not be interpreted as raw institutional percentages unless explicitly stated.

Campus Infrastructure & Learning Facilities

60 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

58 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

54 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

52 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

48 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

50 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

55 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

45 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

43 / 100

Institutional Awards

40 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

46 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

42 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

51 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

52 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

55 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

50 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

48 / 100

Quality of Employment

53 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

50 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

49 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

48 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

47 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

44 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

41 / 100

International Student Support

43 / 100

International Students & Faculty

45 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

44 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

42 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

46 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

43 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

47 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

48 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

49 / 100

Research Output & Scale

50 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

45 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

50 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

53 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

52 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

53 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

52 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

54 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

53 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

51 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

50 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

51 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

50 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

52 / 100

Student Support Services

55 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

50 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

49 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

52 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

53 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

51 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

52 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

50 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

54 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

54 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

53 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

48 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

49 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

50 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

48 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

51 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

50 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

49 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

50 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

54 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

50 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

51 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

53 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

52 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

52 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

51 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

52 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

54 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

53 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

50 / 100

Open University of Japan Historical Rankings

Explore Open University of Japan's historical ranking performance using records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive. Compare ranking positions, available scores, and long-term performance trends across years.

Historical ranking data for Open University of Japan

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
Year Overall Score Global Rank
1983 NA #4432
1984 NA #4465
1985 NA #4462
1986 NA #4330
1987 NA #4330
1988 NA #4347
1989 NA #4330
1990 NA #4346
1991 NA #4330
1992 NA #4330
1993 NA #4525
1994 NA #4330
1995 NA #4330
1996 NA #4330
1997 NA #4338
1998 NA #4330
1999 NA #4330
2000 NA #5416
2001 NA #4918
2002 NA #4894
2003 NA #5368
2004 NA #5368
2005 NA #4416
2006 NA #5344
2007 NA #4392
2008 NA #5320
2009 NA #5308
2010 NA #4356
2011 NA #4344
2012 NA #4418
2013 NA #4340
2014 NA #4343
2015 NA #4309
2016 NA #5830
2017 NA #5926
2018 NA #5926
2019 NA #6115
2020 NA #6084
2021 NA #4098
2023 52 #3908
2024 52.05 #3908
2025 50.72 #4267
2026 50.72 #4267
2027 53.33 #3981

UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive

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