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The remarkable strides made in Japanese science and technology over the last few decades have been accompanied by no less outstanding achievements by Japanese industry. The time has already arrived in which there is the need for a new approach to science and technology, balanced, and supportive relationship between man’s environment and the progress and needs of industry.

History

1976 - Nagaoka University of Technology officially opened.

  • Mechanical Systems Engineering
  • Mechanical Design and Production Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronic Systems Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Materials Science and Technology
  • Civil Engineering
1978 
  • Language Center established
  • Matriculation ceremony of the first undergraduate class held

Education

Based on the fundamental education and research principles described above, NUT has established the following educational objectives:

  • To develop engineers who can understand the various matters surrounding science and technology (such as the natural environment and humanity’s cultural and economic activities), and to appreciate the application of science and technology from a wide perspective as a means to serve social welfare and sustained prosperity.

Research

  • Taiko Bank
  • Hokuetsu Bank
  • Japan Finance Corporation, Niigata Branch
  • Sanjo Shinkin Bank
  • Shoko Chukin Banki, Nagaoka Branch
  • NAGAOKA SHINKIN BANK
  • Tokyo Metropolitan Industrial Technology Research Institute
  • Mikuni Coca-Cola Bottling Co., Ltd.
  • Ministry of Land, Infrastructure,
  • Transport and Tourism Hokuriku Regional Development Bureau

Career

Job Opportunities

  • Cultivation Center for Young Researchers through University Industry Joint Research

Nagaoka University of Technology Key Statistics & Highlights

  • #1501 Ranking
  • 49 Scholarships
  • 206 Academic Staff
  • 2,271 Students
  • 295 Students (int'l)
  • 250 Students (female)

Nagaoka University of Technology Overview

Nagaoka University of Technology Scholarships

Nagaoka University of Technology Scholarships

Below you will find scholarships related to Nagaoka University of Technology. Distinction can be made between scholarships provided by the University and those provided by independent providers.

Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program

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U.S. government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
33600 EUR
Deadline
01 Jul 2026
Mundus MAPP EMJM Scholarship
Merit-based

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Mundus MAPP
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
ADB-Japan Scholarship Program for Developing Countries in Asia and Pacific
Merit-based

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ADB/Japan Government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship

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ServiceScape
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships

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ACES Education Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
29 May 2026
Joint Japan World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program
Need-based

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Japan Gov’t/World Bank
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
145000 JPY
Deadline
Not specified
Japan (MONBUKAGAKUSHO)-Outgoing
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes
Merit-based

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Canadian Men’s Health Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
15 Sep 2026
Headway’s Book Lovers Scholarship
Merit-based

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Headway
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
Moving Mates Scholarship
Need-based

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Moving Mates
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships

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ACU (The Association of Commonweath Universities)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
120000 JPY
Deadline
Anytime
Japan Foundation for UNU (jfUNU) Scholarship
Need-based

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JFUNU
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
The Bill Walsh Scholarship
Merit-based

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ACES: The Society for Editing
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
25000 USD
Deadline
30 Apr 2026
Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest

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Ayn Rand Institute
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

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Salvado Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based

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Pinsky Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jul 2026
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based

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Diamant Gerstein
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based

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educations.com
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 SEK
Deadline
30 Apr 2026
Kreditkortlistan Financial Scholarship
Merit-based

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Enkla Media - Kreditkortlistan
Location not available

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Nagaoka University of Technology Student Reviews & Awards

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Studied from Apr 2021 - Sep 2024
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4/5

They do their best in every aspects

The teachers try their best to give their knowledge to the students by using new methods. The presentations are very attractive and they make the students curiosity about the subject matters.

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Studied from Sep 2021 - Aug 2023
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Nagaoka University of Technology Rankings

Study Portals Meta Ranking

Top 25.8% Japan
Top 49.3% Worldwide

Studyportals ranking look at the scores of the most used ranking systems and present you with one number of how well this University performs.

Best Global Universities Rankings

1836

By U.S. News & World Report

Climbed 16 places compared to 2025

Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.

3 year trend Best Global Universities Rankings

2024 2025 2026
1653 1852 1836

World University Rankings

1501

By Times Higher Education

The university hasn’t moved up or down in the rankings over the past year.

World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.

3 year trend World University Rankings

2024 2025 2026
1201 - 1501

Student services

International students, all of whom have come from different countries and cultures, might have various anxieties about life and study in Japan. To alleviate those concerns even a little, Nagaoka University of Technology strives continually to improve its support programs. It actively uses the following systems and opportunities for consultation.

  • Center for International Exchange and Education
  • Student Consultation System
  • Institutional Guarantee System

Housing services

We have student dormitories(for men : 360), an international student house(for women : 50) International House(Single:46,Couple:8,family:5) and 30th anniversary student house(Single:19, Couple:5). These housing options are on the campus, surrounded by rich greenery, providing a positive environment for studying. Each unit comes equipped with a table, a chair and a bed. An off-campus dormitory, International Lodge, is available for international students (couple: 12, family: 2). It is conveniently located near downtown Nagaoka, about 3 kilometers to the south from Nagaoka Station

Library services

You may borrow books in University Library or make reservations on the presently borrowed books, by using Student ID Card. 

ICT services

The Information Processing Center provides common high performance computers and Local Area Network environment for faculty members, as well as worldwide network. 

Medical services

For our students to maintain health, this Center provides various sport facilities and suggestions relating to sport activities and health care. First aid for accidents, health check-ups, health consultations and so are also available at the Center. Students must take our periodic Health Check-up (height, weight and abdominal measurement, eye test, chest X-ray, etc.) held every May at the Center. 

Campus life

The university facilities include 2 cafeterias(total capacity : 400 seats), a café(52 seats), an all-purpose store, a barbershop and a dry-cleaning shop. Electronic Money, Edy and QUICPay, can also be used at 2 cafeterias, café POPEYE and all-purpose store (shop BAITEN).

Sports facilities

  • A training room fully equipped with free weights, machines, ergometers, and other devices. A multipurpose space for aerobics and other activities is also arranged.
  • A warm indoor swimming pool with six 25-m-long courses.
  • A multipurpose martial arts facility used by Budokan judo, kendo, aikido, and karate clubs, and others
  • An athletic facility with a 400-m-long six-course track. The field is also used as a football pitch.
  • A baseball only field with right and left field fences extending to 90 m.
  • Used as a rugby field and an American football field.
  • Six courts with artificial turf used for both regulation tennis and soft tennis.
  • A multipurpose athletic space used for softball and other sports.

Student clubs

NUT International Students Association (NUTISA) aims to build mutual friendship among the int’l students as well as the Japanese students of NUT, through annual activities like Nagaoka International Festival and dance parties. There are also a wide range of sports, cultural clubs and associations that are open to all students. If a group of students is planning a meeting or informal gathering, please first appoint a responsible person to ask for an approval from Student Affairs.  

Nagaoka University of Technology Campus Locations

#1 Main Campus
Japan Country
Nagaoka City

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