In 1950, as part of the reforms of post-war Japan, the college was reorganized as Hiroshima Women's Junior College. Then in 1965, it became Hiroshima Women's University, with two faculties, the Faculty of Letters and the Faculty of Home economics. Although the majority of students come from Hiroshima prefecture, there are students from all over Japan enrolled, not to mention foreign students from such countries as China, Korea, Taiwan, and South America.

The campus is situated in a quiet district of Hiroshima City near the port, which has boat and ferry services to various islands in the Inland Sea, as well as other ports in Japan. Because of its close proximity to downtown Hiroshima, students can visit various museums and participate in cultural events held in the city.

The students here benefit from the advantages of a small institution which stresses a high level of academic excellence. Students have a wide variety of extra-curricular activities to provide them with a well-rounded educational experience. Students enjoy a friendly and liberal campus atmosphere; personal guidance by advisers and in-depth teaching in small seminars helps contribute to a positive learning environment.