In 1874, the private school of St Paul’s School was founded in the foreign settlement of Tsukiji, Tokyo by Bishop Channing Moore Williams, an Episcopal Church missionary.
This small school taught Christian Bible studies and English, with only a handful of students. These are the roots of Rikkyo University today.
Rikkyo University’s undergraduate division consists of 10 colleges comprising 27 departments, 8 courses and 1 program. As classes are conducted in Japanese, sufficient Japanese proficiency is required. Rikkyo University consists of 14 graduate schools comprising 27 programs. As classes are conducted in Japanese, students must be sufficiently proficient in Japanese. (However, the Master of International Business (MIB) Program at the Graduate School of Business is conducted entirely in English.)
Rikkyo University contributes to enhancing the level of academic research and delivering its findings back to stakeholders within and outside of the University through active engagement in research—the social mission of universities—and by working to energize the quality and quantity of day-to-day research activities.
Rikkyo University has two mainstays of career and job search support for students: Career Center support that provides assistance tailored to each step in students’ academic career, through various programs, distribution of guidebooks, etc., and specific support from the colleges that leverages their areas of specialization. This provides practical know-how to help students realize the image of their future self, whether in finding a field that interests them or the role they want to play in future society.
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By U.S. News & World Report
Dropped 277 places compared to 2026
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| 1590 | 1330 | 1607 |
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| - | 1501 | - |
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| 1201 | 1401 | - |
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We offer counseling services on both Ikebukuro and Niiza campuses. In Ikebukuro, a Japanese licensed clinical psychologist provides services in Japanese and English every weekday. For counseling in Japanese, you can just walk in, but it is better to make an appointment to secure enough time. If you wish to have a counseling session in English, please first contact the International Office that helps you make an appointment with us. Sessions in both languages are free of charge.
The residents of the dormitories are Rikkyo University students only. They are international dormitories where Japanese and international exchange students live together. They also provide the easy access to campus that is particular to exclusive dormitories. The dormitories are well-equipped with laundry rooms, refrigerators, and air-conditioning in addition to beds, desks, and chairs, making them economical options as well.
Ikebukuro Library, Niiza Library, and Niiza Repository Library own a collection of over 1.76 million Japanese and overseas publications, including books, magazines, and newspapers. All three libraries provide ample seating and offer a comfortable learning environment equipped with reading spaces, PC stations, and AV booths that are tailored to students' different browsing styles and access hours.
The Niiza Library also offers A/V booths and PCs for students’ use.
We have a clinic that is a medical institution on Ikebukuro Campus. It provides medical services of internal medicine. Special international students can join the Student Mutual-aid Health Insurance Union voluntarily.
The gymnasium on Niiza Campus features five indoor competition arenas, a boxing ring, sumo ring, and other sports facilities. Also, The Aquatics Center features an indoor heated swimming pool.
The Fujimi Sports Ground is an athletic facility that includes a football field, rugby field, soccer field, baseball field, tennis courts, archery range, hockey ring, shooting range, garage for the car club, and a clubhouse.
Rikkyo has many clubs and circle activity groups covering various fields in academics, culture, and sports. Of these, there are approximately 200 groups officially recognized by the University which belong to athletic associations, student Christian groups, and registered associations, and which are active both inside and outside of the University, organized independently by students. Over 90% of students join a club or circle at least once, and over 60% of students continue to take part in their activities.
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teaching staff. its location and also its a step ahead in world of technology being compared to others. the leadership in the university is diverse. Its a corrupt free campus and offers full support to both students and the society
Its the best University to be. From the Management, teaching and non teaching staff offering best services towards students' welfare and academics. The management ensures inclusivity in admission of students from various tribes and background enhancing cultural diversity in the institution. On academics, the management has established policies that ensure that Smooth teaching and learning occurs despite challenges such as Lecturer strike happening in the country. Percentage of Attendance of classes is 85% of the total number of lectures in a semester. Also the lecturer sends the lecture notes 48 hrs prior to the lecture on the Masomo portal. Cat's and Examination administered on time and taken with seriousness it deserves. The welfare of the students is well taken care of as the school allows and facilitates extra curricular activities such as Ball game, Athletics
My experience at Kirinyaga University was positive overall. The university offers a calm and focused environment for studying, which I found ideal for academic concentration. The lecturers were knowledgeable and approachable, often willing to support students beyond the classroom. The facilities are still developing, but there is consistent progress in infrastructure and resources. Some areas, like the library and laboratory equipment, could be improved further to match the growing student population. Campus life is relatively quiet but safe, and student activities are gradually increasing. If you�re looking for a focused, growing academic institution with personalized attention from staff, I would recommend Kirinyaga University.
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