Kanazawa University, a national university in Japan, is located in Kanazawa, the capital of Ishikawa Prefecture. Established in 1862, it originally began as an institution for smallpox vaccination and was later chartered as a university in 1949. Known by its abbreviation, Kindai, the university is spread across two main campuses: Kakuma and Takaramachi. As of 2021, it has an enrollment of around 10,100 students, including 636 international students.
The university traces its roots back to the Hikoso Vaccination Center, which was founded in 1862 by the Kaga Domain for smallpox vaccinations. 1876 it transitioned into a medical school, receiving funding from Ishikawa Prefecture.
What is the Kanazawa University QS Ranking 2025?
Kanazawa University ranks 901-950th globally according to the QS World University Rankings 2025.
Kanazawa University Global Ranking
Kanazawa University, located in Kanazawa, Japan, is recognized as one of the leading public universities in the country. It has built a strong reputation for academic excellence and research.
Ranked By |
2023 |
2024 |
2025 |
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QS World University Ranking |
601-650 |
851-900 |
901-950 |
U.S. News & World Report |
NA |
1181 |
NA |
Times Higher Education Ranking |
1001-1200 |
1001-1200 |
1001-1200 |
QS World University Rankings
In the QS World University Rankings for 2025, the university holds a position within the #901-950 range, reflecting its ongoing commitment to higher education and global standards.
Category |
2023 |
2024 |
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Chemistry |
551-600 |
501-550 |
Biological Sciences |
501-550 |
551-600 |
Medicine |
451-500 |
501-550 |
U.S. News & World Report
Kanazawa University holds the rank of #1181 among the Best Global Universities. This ranking is based on the institution's overall performance.
Category |
2024 |
---|---|
Best Global Universities in Asia |
387 |
Best Global Universities in Japan |
25 |
Chemistry |
885 |
Oncology |
362 |
Times Higher Education (THE)
Schools are evaluated according to several widely accepted indicators of excellence, which determine their position in the rankings. These indicators are designed to provide a comprehensive evaluation of the universities' overall quality and reputation.
Category |
2023 |
2024 |
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Computer Science |
601-800 |
601-800 |
Engineering |
1001+ |
801-1000 |
Clinical and Health |
601-800 |
501-600 |