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International Christian University

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International Christian University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    International Christian University is a university in Japan that suits students who want a liberal arts environment and a wide undergraduate choice. It is also a practical option for applicants looking at a Japanese institution with a graduate school.

  2. What you can study

    The university offers 31 undergraduate majors and a graduate school. Its study options are centered on liberal arts.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions process and check the current entry requirements on its website. The university’s language of instruction, document checklist, deadlines, and any programme-specific requirements are not stated here and should be confirmed with the admissions office.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range in the information available here; confirm the current fee with its admissions office. Living costs in Tokyo should be planned for separately and can vary by housing, transport, and daily expenses.

  5. Coming from abroad

    For a student moving from abroad, the key practical questions are the language of instruction, entry documents, deadlines, and whether the chosen programme has extra requirements. The university’s website should be checked directly before applying.

  6. How it compares

    Japan has 571 universities, so International Christian University sits within a large and competitive higher-education system. Its main differentiator is its liberal arts focus, its 31 undergraduate majors, and the presence of a graduate school.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about International Christian University

What kind of university is International Christian University?

It is a university in Japan with a liberal arts focus and a graduate school.

How many undergraduate majors does it offer?

It offers 31 undergraduate majors.

Does it have postgraduate study?

Yes. It has a graduate school.

Where should an international student confirm admissions details?

Check the university’s official website and admissions office for current requirements, deadlines, and language details.

Overview

International Christian University is a non-denominational private university located in Mitaka, Tokyo. With the efforts of Prince Takamatsu, General Douglas MacArthur, and BOJ Governor Hisato Ichimada, ICU was established in 1949 as the first liberal arts college in Japan. Currently the university offers 31 undergraduate majors and a graduate school. The Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology selected ICU as one of the 37 schools for The Top Global University Project in 2014.

Programs at International Christian University

31 programs across 1 study levels.

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

AMERICAN STUDIES

International Christian University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

ANTHROPOLOGY

International Christian University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Arts, Design & Architecture

ART AND CULTURAL HERITAGE

International Christian University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

ASIAN STUDIES

International Christian University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Life Sciences

BIOLOGY

International Christian University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Business & Management

BUSINESS

International Christian University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Science

CHEMISTRY

International Christian University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Economics & Public Policy

DEVELOPMENT STUDIES

International Christian University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Economics & Public Policy

ECONOMICS

International Christian University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Education

EDUCATION

International Christian University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Agriculture & Environment

ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES

International Christian University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

GLOBAL STUDIES

International Christian University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

HISTORY

International Christian University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Computer Science & IT

INFORMATION SCIENCE

International Christian University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS

International Christian University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

JAPAN STUDIES

International Christian University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Education

LANGUAGE EDUCATION

International Christian University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Law

LAW

International Christian University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Languages & Linguistics

LINGUISTICS

International Christian University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Languages & Linguistics

LITERATURE

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⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Science

MATHEMATICS

International Christian University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Music & Performing Arts

MUSIC

International Christian University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

PEACE STUDIES

International Christian University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGION

International Christian University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Science

PHYSICS

International Christian University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

POLITICS

International Christian University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

PSYCHOLOGY

International Christian University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Economics & Public Policy

PUBLIC POLICY

International Christian University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology

SOCIOLOGY

International Christian University

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Japan.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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