United International Business Schools - UIBS vs ISG International Business School vs Ryukoku University vs Ritsumeikan University vs Kyoto University

Side-by-side comparison from 23 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Ryukoku University (5.00)
United International Business Schools - UIBS: wins 1/5 categories
ISG International Business School: wins 0/5 categories
Ryukoku University: wins 0/5 categories
Ritsumeikan University: wins 1/5 categories
Kyoto University: wins 3/5 categories
Doshisha University: wins 0/5 categories
Kobe College: wins 0/5 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Accounting and Management Information Systems
Best programme: Accounting and Finance
5.00
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Best programme: Intercultural Communication
Best programme: BA International Studies
Best programme: Agricultural Science
Best programme: Commerce
Kyoto, Japan
3.00
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Category ratings
Facilities
4.00
4.00
3.00
4.80
Win
4.75
2.00
3.50
Location
4.75
4.50
4.00
4.00
5.00
Win
2.67
3.00
Professors
4.75
Win
4.50
4.00
4.60
4.50
2.00
3.50
Internationality
4.50
4.75
5.00
5.00
3.75
3.33
3.00
Student life
4.25
4.25
4.00
4.40
5.00
Win
2.33
3.50
Value
4.50
4.00
4.00
4.40
4.50
2.33
4.00
Accommodation
4.00
3.25
3.00
4.40
4.75
Win
2.33
3.50
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Supportive and helpful faculty
  • +Positive and enriching learning experience
  • +Safe and well-equipped campus
  • +International & multicultural environment, supportive atmosphere
  • +Dynamic professors, engaging and flexible programs
  • +Excellent alumni network, international opportunities
  • +Diverse cultural environment and international community
  • +Supportive professors and valuable friendships
  • +Opportunities for personal growth and future career development
  • +Diverse international environment and cultural exchange opportunities
  • +Personal growth and career development
  • +Engaging academic programmes and experienced professors
  • +Academic freedom and research opportunities
  • +Talented and stimulating peers
  • +Prestigious reputation and strong programs
  • +Strong internationalization efforts

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Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frequent problems.
  • -Outdated facilities and equipment hinder learning.
  • -Lack of clear communication and support frustrates students.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance create an unpleasant learning environment.
  • -Lack of resources and support hampers academic success.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and equipment are a significant drawback.
  • -Lack of resources and support hinders learning.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause constant problems.
  • -Outdated facilities and equipment hinder learning.
  • -Lack of necessary resources and support is a major frustration.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Facilities are frequently described as outdated and poorly maintained.
  • -Curriculum and teaching methods are perceived as ineffective or irrelevant.
  • -Administrative disorganization and unfulfilled school services.
  • -Outdated curriculum and ineffective teaching.
  • -Lack of career advancement opportunities post-graduation.

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Rating summary
What students say

Academic and environmental aspects of the university are highly regarded, with professors and location both receiving a near-perfect score of 4.75. Student life is also a positive, scoring 4.25, and internationality and value are strong at 4.5. Facilities and accommodation present the weakest areas, both rated at 4.

This university demonstrates excellent strengths in **Internationality**, with a score of 4.75, and **Professors**, rated at 4.5. **Location** also receives a high mark of 4.5. While **Facilities**, **Student Life**, and **Value** are all well-regarded, the **Accomodation** is its weakest point, receiving a score of 3.25.

This university garners excellent marks, particularly excelling in **Internationality** with a perfect score. **Professors**, **Location**, **Student Life**, and **Value** all receive strong ratings of 4. Conversely, **Facilities** and **Accomodation** are the areas with the lowest scores, both rated at 3.

This institution excels in **Internationality**, earning a perfect score, and demonstrates outstanding **Facilities** at 4.8. **Professors** also receive a high rating of 4.6. While the university generally scores well, **Location** is its lowest-rated area at 4.0. Student life, accommodation, and value are all rated a solid 4.4.

This institution garners excellent scores in several key areas, notably achieving a perfect 5 for both Location and Student Life. Facilities and Accommodations also stand out with strong ratings of 4.75. The university performs well in its academic offerings, with Professors rated at 4.5, matched by its Value. Conversely, Internationality is its comparatively weakest point, receiving a 3.75.

This institution demonstrates a mixed performance across key areas. Its strongest point is **Internationality**, receiving a significantly higher rating than other categories. Conversely, **Facilities** and **Professors** are identified as the weakest aspects, both scoring at the lowest mark. Student life, accommodation, and value also fall within a similar moderate range.

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Reviews summary
Highlights

With an average rating of 4.5/5, ~75% of reviews are positive, highlighting a supportive learning environment and helpful, passionate faculty. One review mentioned slow administrative services.

All four reviews are positive, averaging 4.5/5 stars. Students appreciate the international environment, knowledgeable professors, and encouragement of entrepreneurial thinking. No negative feedback was received.

The sole review is positive, rating the university 5/5. This feedback highlights opportunities to discover Japanese culture, meet diverse students and professors, and gain international experience.

With an average rating of 4.8/5, ~100% of reviews are positive. Students frequently highlight international focus, diverse student body, and opportunities for language learning and personal growth. No negative feedback was reported.

Students highly praise the university, with 100% of feedback being positive. Recurring themes include academic freedom, stimulating intellectual environments, and excellent research opportunities. The average rating is a strong 4.75/5.

With an average rating of 2/5, ~67% of reviews are negative. Students cite disorganization, outdated curriculum, and lack of career advancement. One positive review notes internationalization efforts.

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Rating distribution
5★
75%
50%
100%
80%
75%
0%
0%
4★
0%
50%
0%
20%
25%
33%
0%
3★
25%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
100%
2★
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1★
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
67%
0%
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