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Yokohama National University
(YNU)
About
Yokohama National University , abbreviated to Yokohama Kokudai (横浜国大), Yokokoku (横国) or YNU, is a national university located in Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. Founded in 1876, it became a national university in 1949, and currently comprises five graduate schools and four undergraduate faculties.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 901 worldwide across 4 major ranking systems
Ranked in 11 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Times Higher Education World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 9,459
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 13.2 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 8%
- Female : Male
- 28 : 72
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
THE
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownARWU
1 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | 301-400 | - | 2021 |
QS
5 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 451-500 | - | 2023 |
| Mechanical, Aeronautical & Manufacturing Engineering | 501-530 | - | 2024 |
| Chemistry | 501-550 | - | 2022 |
| Physics & Astronomy | 551-600 | - | 2026 |
| Economics & Econometrics | 551-700 | - | 2025 |
THE
3 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | 801–1000 | 23.4 | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 801–1000 | 27.1 | 2026 |
| Physical Sciences | 1001–1250 | 20.9 | 2026 |
US News
4 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Physics & Astronomy | 861 | 27.4 | 2026 |
| Materials Science | =958 | 27.4 | 2026 |
| Engineering | =1,011 | 27.4 | 2026 |
| Chemistry | =1,418 | 27.4 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of Yokohama National University?
Yokohama National University's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank 1001-1200, THE Rank 1201–1500, ARWU Rank 901-1000, US News Rank =1,759.
When was Yokohama National University founded?
Yokohama National University was founded in 1876.
What are the top subjects at Yokohama National University?
Top subjects at Yokohama National University include: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Mechanical, Aeronautical & Manufacturing Engineering, Chemistry, Physics & Astronomy.
Where is Yokohama National University located?
Yokohama National University is located in Yokohama, Japan.