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International Liberal Arts - Transfer Students

Tuition fee ¥1,596,000 per year
Application fee ¥7,000 one-time
Registration fee ¥200,000 one-time
More information

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Overview

Liberal Arts
Our unique liberal arts curriculum spans across a variety of subjects like political science, economics, language arts, fine arts, to name a few. The wide-ranging spectrum of subjects under Liberal arts prepares students with the essential skills to become well-rounded individuals who can adapt in the workplace and the world.

Reasons why you should study Liberal Arts with us:
1. Our curriculum that offers a broad foundation while allowing students to go in depth in their declared major.
2. Interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approach to education that helps students build multiple viewpoints.
3. Small classroom size and the nurture of close student-faculty interaction that is important in your undergraduate career.
4. Active learning environment where you are exposed to other viewpoints and encouraged to assess your own.
5. Focus on academic skills that will help you prepare for graduate studies and the workplace, like class participation, writing papers, and thinking critically.
6. Writing, communication and teamwork skills that we help you develop over the course of your education.

Program structure

Academics
There are many ingredients that give the iCLA curriculum its unique character. In liberal arts education you study a variety of disciplines while acquiring depth in your chosen major. The qualities of liberal arts education such as critical thinking, communication, creative problem-solving skills bring wholeness to student education. The student learning experience is enhanced by small class sizes and a close interaction between students and faculty.

iCLA offers four majors within our innovative liberal arts curriculum. During the first year, students take foundation and omnibus courses from our core curriculum across all four majors:Global Business & Economics, Political Science, Interdisciplinary Arts, Japan Studies.

Career opportunities

Career Support
Providing students with the skills and knowledge to build their future career and prepare them for long-term success is one of our highest priorities. Our faculty and staff provide close support to students looking to explore their career prospects and expand their professional network.

We offer Career Design courses as part of our curriculum. In our Career Design courses, students receive support from our faculty members who have extensive experience in career guidance, and students learn in an effective and practical way that prepares them for employment after graduation..

iCLA also supports students in finding internship opportunities. By participating in an internship, you can gain practical experience relevant to your interests.

Apply now! Spring semester 2025
Application deadline
Nov 18, 2024, 11:59:59 PM
Japan Standard Time
Studies commence
Apr 1, 2025
Apply now! Fall semester 2025
Application deadline
Apr 14, 2025, 11:59:59 PM
Japan Standard Time
Studies commence
Sep 1, 2025
Apply now! Spring semester 2025
Application deadline
Nov 18, 2024, 11:59:59 PM
Japan Standard Time
Studies commence
Apr 1, 2025
Apply now! Fall semester 2025
Application deadline
Apr 14, 2025, 11:59:59 PM
Japan Standard Time
Studies commence
Sep 1, 2025