University of Electro-Communications: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #1051 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #254 of 5,830 | In Asia |
| #50 of 719 | In Japan |
| #1 of 3 | In Chofu |
| #92 of 1,602 | For Robotics |
| Top50% | For 111 other topics |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 25%
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Bachelor
- Website
- www.uec.ac.jp
- Languages
- Japanese
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 25% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | Graduation from high school and entrance examination |
| Academic Calendar | April to March (April - September; October-March) |
We've calculated the 25% acceptance rate for University of Electro-Communications based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.
Research profile
University of Electro-Communications is a world-class research university with 27,879 scientific papers published and 367,069 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Quantum and Particle physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, Biology, Environmental Science, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Optical Engineering.
University of Electro-Communications majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1992 | 239 | 1007 |
| 1993 | 273 | 1139 |
| 1994 | 270 | 1297 |
| 1995 | 270 | 1603 |
| 1996 | 314 | 1674 |
| 1997 | 309 | 1866 |
| 1998 | 322 | 2006 |
| 1999 | 405 | 2307 |
| 2000 | 477 | 2694 |
| 2001 | 503 | 3129 |
| 2002 | 998 | 4752 |
| 2003 | 834 | 5205 |
| 2004 | 670 | 6070 |
| 2005 | 885 | 6915 |
| 2006 | 918 | 8472 |
| 2007 | 861 | 9020 |
| 2008 | 943 | 9916 |
| 2009 | 941 | 11008 |
| 2010 | 928 | 12033 |
| 2011 | 958 | 13507 |
| 2012 | 1017 | 14117 |
| 2013 | 979 | 14847 |
| 2014 | 1058 | 15623 |
| 2015 | 1116 | 16092 |
| 2016 | 1093 | 16525 |
| 2017 | 1021 | 16702 |
| 2018 | 1099 | 18438 |
| 2019 | 1168 | 20039 |
| 2020 | 1042 | 22107 |
| 2021 | 1073 | 24798 |
| 2022 | 1072 | 24000 |
| 2023 | 1119 | 25317 |
| 2024 | 942 | 23239 |
Tuition
The tuition table for University of Electro-Communications gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.
| Program | Tuition Fee (per year) | Application Fee | Currency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's Degree | ¥535,800 | ¥17,000 | JPY |
| Master's Degree | ¥535,800 | ¥30,000 | JPY |
| Doctoral Degree | ¥535,800 | ¥30,000 | JPY |
The University of Electro-Communications has on-campus housing.
Programs and Degrees
| Hakase | Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Information Technology, Telecommunications Engineering |
|---|
Notable alumni
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Ken Kutaragi
- Occupations
- university teachercomputer scientistinventorbusinessperson
- Biography
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Ken Kutaragi is a Japanese engineering technologist and businessman, currently president and CEO of Cyber AI Entertainment. Formerly the chairman and CEO of Sony Computer Entertainment (SCE), the video game division of Sony, Kutaragi is known as "The Father of the PlayStation" having overseen the development of the original console and its successors and spinoffs until departing the company in 2007, shortly after the PlayStation 3 was released.
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Jirō Nitta
- Occupations
- meteorologistnovelistscreenwriter
- Biography
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Jirō Nitta is the pen name of Japanese historical novelist Hiroto Fujiwara (藤原 寛人, Fujiwara Hiroto). He was born in an area that is now part of the city of Suwa, Nagano Prefecture, Japan.
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Soichi Terada
- Occupations
- composerrecord producermusic arranger
- Biography
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Soichi Terada is a Japanese electronic music composer, best known for his work in the Ape Escape video game series. He started producing music in 1989 as well as remixing singers such as Nami Shimada. He and fellow producer Shinichiro Yokota formed Far East Recording in 1990, releasing various albums and singles. In 1999, after releasing Sumo Jungle, he was given an opportunity to compose for Ape Escape.
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Noritoshi Ishida
- Occupations
- politician
- Biography
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Noritoshi Ishida is a Japanese politician of the New Komeito Party, a member of the House of Representatives in the Diet (national legislature). A native of Kōchi, he attended the University of Electro-Communications as undergraduate and received a master's degree from Soka University. After that, he worked at the government of Tokyo from 1979 to 1988. He was elected to the House of Representatives for the first time in 1990.
University of Electro-Communications faculties and divisions
| Centre : Developing e-Learning | Educational Technology |
|---|---|
| Centre : Higher Education Development and Research | Higher Education |
| Centre : Industrial and Governmental Relations | Business Administration, Technology |
| Centre : Information Technology | Information Technology |
| Faculty : Electro-Communications | Applied Chemistry, Applied Physics, Communication Studies, Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Analysis, Telecommunications Engineering |
| Faculty : Informatics and Engineering | Applied Physics, Biological and Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Electronics and Automation, Engineering, Information Management, Information Sciences, Information Technology, Management, Mathematics, Mathematics and Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Media Studies, Optical Technology, Robotics, Telecommunications Engineering |
| Graduate School : Electro-Communications | Applied Chemistry, Applied Physics, Computer Networks, Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Information Sciences, Information Technology, Mathematics, Mathematics and Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Media Studies, Telecommunications Engineering |
| Graduate School : Informatics and Engineering | Applied Chemistry, Biological and Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Electronics and Automation, Engineering, Information Management, Information Sciences, Information Technology, Management, Mathematics, Mathematics and Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Media Studies, Optical Technology, Robotics, Telecommunications Engineering |
| Graduate School : Information Systems | Computer Engineering, Computer Networks, Information Sciences, Information Technology, Media Studies, Software Engineering |
| Institute : Laser Science | Laser Engineering |
| Research Division : Advanced Wireless Communication | Telecommunications Engineering |
General information
| Alternative names | UEC 電気通信大学 |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1949 |
| Accreditation | Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) |
Location and contacts
| Address | 1-5-1 Chofugaoka Chofu, Tokyo, 182-8585 Japan |
|---|---|
| City population | 240,000 |