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The smart alternative to applying direct for a degree at International College of Liberal Arts and the easy way to find programs that match your eligibility and aspirations
The International College of Liberal Arts (iCLA) is part of Yamanashi Gakuin University, located in Kōfu, Japan. It’s a 4-year, residential, American-style liberal arts college, and all programs are offered in English.
Studies at iCLA lead to a bachelor’s degree in International Liberal Arts. Students can choose from a wide variety of programs in various disciplines. After a foundation year, students can choose from four majors that iCLA currently offers: Global Business and Economics, Political Science, Interdisciplinary Arts and Japan Studies.
iCLA is located in the YGU Sakaori campus, which sits at the foot of Mt. Fuji. The College is only 90 minutes west of Tokyo, which gives students the opportunity to immerse themselves in Japanese culture.
On-campus student accommodation is available to all students, and as both international students and Japanese students reside together, there are plenty of opportunities for building friendships.
the student-faculty ratio at the International College of Liberal Arts is 7:1
iCLA is just 90 minutes from Tokyo, one of the world’s best student cities
Over half of students and 65% of faculty members are from overseas
The International College of Liberal Arts has a strong international student population representing 57% of the student body, and 40 different nationalities.
All students, whether from Japan or another country, take residence in the student dormitories. These help to create a global environment that promotes international exchange, and provides plenty of opportunities to practice foreign language skills, whether Japanese or English.
The iCLA Admin Office is available to support you during your time at the College. The office has bilingual and multilingual staff to help with any inquiry you have, whether it be about course registration, fee payments, visa-related matters, or other administrative procedures. They also organize orientations and events to help you familiarize yourself with the student community.
There are many student clubs at iCLA, both sports and arts-related. Joining a club is a great opportunity for domestic students and international students to get to know one another.
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The International College of Liberal Arts (iCLA) offers merit-based full and partial tuition-waiver scholarships to a select number of students each year. Yamanashi Gakuin University financial aid may be combined with outside funding sources.
Amount: 100% tuition, facility and equipment fees Requirements: Renewable every year based on overall performance. Maximum of 4 years. Scholarship recipients are chosen based on the quality of their application materials and interview results.
Amount: 75% tuition, facility and equipment fees Requirements: Renewable every year based on overall performance. Maximum of 4 years. Scholarship recipients are chosen based on the quality of their application materials and interview results.
Amount: 75% tuition, facility and equipment fees Requirements: Renewable every year based on overall performance. Maximum of 4 years. Scholarship recipients are chosen based on the quality of their application materials and interview results.
Amount: 75% tuition, facility and equipment fees Requirements: Renewable every year based on overall performance. Maximum of 4 years. Scholarship recipients are chosen based on the quality of their application materials and interview results.
Amount: The monthly stipend specified for the academic year for which the candidate is to receive the scholarship. Requirements:
International College of Liberal Arts
Sakaori 2-4-5, Kofu, Yamanashi 400-8575
Yamanashi has plenty of things to eat, see, and do. The plentiful nature and long hours of sun in Yamanashi are ideal for outdoor activities like hiking, cycling, or running.
Many international students will require a visa to study in Japan, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.