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Grandmaster
League Points2313 RP
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Tohoku University

QS Score
93.4
Global Rank
Academic & Employer Reputation
THE Score
93.4
Global Rank
Teaching & Research Quality
Employment
94.9%
Outcome
Graduate Employability Rate
Intl Ratio
79.5%
Diversity
International Students/Staff

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

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News2/19/2026

Three Japanese national universities to accept more foreign students - nhk.or.jp

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News2/19/2026

Three national universities to raise international student enrollment caps - The Japan Times

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News2/18/2026

3 universities allowed to hike foreign students enrollment caps - 朝日新聞

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News12/23/2025

Tohoku University and Fujitsu utilize Causal AI to discover superconductivity mechanism of promising new functional material - Fujitsu Global

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News9/24/2025

Japan invests trillions in academic diplomacy - Nature

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Why Do Students Choose Tohoku University?

High Employability
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World-Class Research
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It's not just about the rankings. Students flock to Tohoku University for its unique combination of high employability and global community.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tohoku University ranked in the world?

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Tohoku University holds a QS World Ranking score of 93.4/100 and a Times Higher Education (THE) score of 93.4/100. Its comprehensive tier on UniVS is Grandmaster, reflecting its global standing.

Is Tohoku University good for international students?

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With an international student ratio of 79.5%, Tohoku University offers a highly diverse and welcoming environment for students from abroad.

What is the acceptance rate or employability of Tohoku University?

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The employment rate for graduates is approximately 94.9%, indicating strong demand in the job market. Tohoku University is known for preparing students for competitive industries.

How does Tohoku University compare to other universities in Japan?

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Tohoku 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 Tohoku University worth the tuition?

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Considering its Grandmaster Tier status and 94.9% employability rate, Tohoku 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.