Ritsumeikan University

Ritsumeikan University ranks #801 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 82.65 out of 100. It ranks #12 nationally.

| Global Rank 801 | Overall Score 82.65 |
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Top Country #12

Top Asia #218

Top World #801

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About Ritsumeikan University

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Ritsumeikan University, located in Japan, is recognized for its commitment to liberal arts education and research. Established in 1900, Ritsumeikan has developed a strong reputation for its contributions to social sciences and humanities. The university fosters a collaborative environment that encourages students to engage in critical thinking and community service. While it is not classified as a UNIRANKS Elite University, Ritsumeikan University remains an important institution in Japan's higher education system. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

Ritsumeikan University Rankings 2027

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

Overall Score
82.65
Global Rank
#801
Regional Rank
#218
Country Rank
#12
Institution Status
Recognized, Verified

Ritsumeikan University Overall Rankings 2027

Explore Ritsumeikan University’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

86.5 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

88 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

85.3 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

82.5 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

81.8 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

83.7 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

84.2 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

80.5 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

82.3 / 100

Institutional Awards

79 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

81.2 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

78 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

82.1 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

85 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

87 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

83.5 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

80.7 / 100

Quality of Employment

84.8 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

80.3 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

81.5 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

82 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

79.4 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

80 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

80.8 / 100

International Student Support

79.2 / 100

International Students & Faculty

79.5 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

77.9 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

78.5 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

81 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

80.2 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

78.6 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

83.5 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

82.7 / 100

Research Output & Scale

84.5 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

79.3 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

80 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

84 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

81.4 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

82 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

83.7 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

82.1 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

79.6 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

79.8 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

80.5 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

80.2 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

81.5 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

83.3 / 100

Student Support Services

81.7 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

75.5 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

76.7 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

78.1 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

77 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

75.8 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

76.5 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

77.9 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

79 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

78 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

77.2 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

78.3 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

73 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

78 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

79.5 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

76 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

75 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

76.3 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

74.5 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

83 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

81 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

80.7 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

82.5 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

81.8 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

84.2 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

81.5 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

82 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

83.9 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

82.3 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

80.8 / 100

Ritsumeikan University Historical Rankings

Explore Ritsumeikan University'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 Ritsumeikan University

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
Year Overall Score Global Rank
2016 NA #680
2017 NA #688
2018 NA #688
2019 NA #1047
2020 NA #1045
2021 NA #1290
2023 80 #784
2024 79.74 #784
2025 78.82 #833
2026 78.82 #833
2027 82.65 #801

UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive

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