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Season Tier
Master
League Points2198 RP
Japan▲ 3 vs last year
🔒Top 5% — Master Tier📈▲ Rising (+3)💼Employment King

Kyushu University

QS Score
88.7
Global Rank
Academic & Employer Reputation
THE Score
88.7
Global Rank
Teaching & Research Quality
Employment
91.2%
Outcome
Graduate Employability Rate
Intl Ratio
64.6%
Diversity
International Students/Staff

Analysis:Kyushu University has demonstrated strong research output and global reputation, securing its position in the Master tier.

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Perception Gap

Fairly Rated
Brand Reputation89/100
Actual Output (Citations)90/100

Latest IntelLIVEBETA

News2/19/2026

Announcement on the selection of Kyushu University's next presidential candidate - kyushu-u.ac.jp

[Beta AI] General university news.

Impact: 0 RP
News2/19/2026

Delegation from Seoul National University Graduate School of Environmental Studies visits Kyushu University - kyushu-u.ac.jp

[Beta AI] General university news.

Impact: 0 RP
News2/9/2026

Korea-Japan Youth Leaders Forum 2026 welcomes 80 students at Kyushu University - kyushu-u.ac.jp

[Beta AI] A positive trend has been detected.

Impact: +1 RP
News1/30/2026

New species of ladybird beetle discovered on Kyushu University campus - EurekAlert!

[Beta AI] A positive trend has been detected.

Impact: +1 RP
News1/28/2026

Postcards from Abroad Fall ’25-’26 – College of Engineering - The University of Rhode Island

[Beta AI] A negative issue has been detected.

Impact: -1.5 RP
News10/24/2025

Boise State senior bridges cultures, circuits with Japan’s Kyushu University - Boise State University

[Beta AI] General university news.

Impact: 0 RP

Public Perception

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Why Do Students Choose Kyushu University?

High Employability
Global Community
World-Class Research

It's not just about the rankings. Students flock to Kyushu University for its unique combination of high employability and global community.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kyushu University ranked in the world?

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Kyushu University holds a QS World Ranking score of 88.7/100 and a Times Higher Education (THE) score of 88.7/100. Its comprehensive tier on UniVS is Master, reflecting its global standing.

Is Kyushu University good for international students?

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With an international student ratio of 64.6%, Kyushu University offers a highly diverse and welcoming environment for students from abroad.

What is the acceptance rate or employability of Kyushu University?

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The employment rate for graduates is approximately 91.2%, indicating strong demand in the job market. Kyushu University is known for preparing students for competitive industries.

How does Kyushu University compare to other universities in Japan?

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Kyushu University is a leading institution in Japan. Use our Comparison Tool to see how it stacks up against local rivals in terms of research, teaching, and prestige.

Is Kyushu University worth the tuition?

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Considering its Master Tier status and 91.2% employability rate, Kyushu University generally offers a solid Return on Investment (ROI), especially for degrees in high-demand fields found in its department rankings.

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About This Data

The Reputation Points (RP) determine the dynamic season ranking, combining the Base Composite Score with Community Votes and Live Event Impacts.

The Base Score is calculated using our proprietary methodology that combines data from three major ranking systems: QS World University Rankings (academic & employer reputation, citations per faculty), Times Higher Education (THE) (teaching, research, citations, industry income, international outlook), and ARWU (alumni & staff Nobel Prizes, highly cited researchers, publications).

Tier assignments are based on the RP score using a gamified system inspired by competitive gaming. Rankings and scores are for informational and educational purposes only. Data is updated periodically and may not reflect the most recent ranking publications. For official rankings, please visit the respective ranking organizations directly.