International Christian University

College of Liberal Arts

UNIVERSAL ADMISSIONS:
English Language Based Admissions
April / September Entry
(For Regular Students)

ADMISSIONS GUIDE
2025
NOTES
Handling of Personal Information
Personal information will only be used for admissions purposes, such as documentary screening,
correspondence with applicants, notification of admissions results, entrance procedures, and other
related administrative tasks or public relations activities.
Data collected through the admissions process may be used for data analysis for admissions-related
research, which may be used within ICU or may be outsourced to an agency.
Further information about ICU’s policy on the protection of personal information can be found at:
[Link]

Declaration of Non-Discrimination
ICU does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexuality, or national origin in the
administration of its educational policies, admission decisions, financial aid, employment, or any other
University programs or activities.

Medical attention
While medical certification is not required at the time of application, applicants with conditions that
might require special consideration in order to be able to access classes and facilities at the university
should notify the Admissions Center in writing.

Contacts
Admissions Center <In Japanese>
International Christian University 〒181-8585 東京都三鷹市大沢 3-10-2
3-10-2, Osawa, Mitaka, Tokyo 181-8585, JAPAN 国際基督教大学 アドミッションズ・センター

Tel: 0422-33-3700 (from abroad, +81-422-33-3700)

Fax: 0422-33-3635 (from abroad, +81-422-33-3635)
E-mail: admissions-center@[Link]
Web: [Link]

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

can be found at the website linked below:
[Link]
PREFACE
Admissions Policy: What ICU Looks For
Founded on the principles of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, International Christian
University aims to cultivate "responsible global citizens" who will contribute to world peace and to help
people from diverse backgrounds live together harmoniously. ICU has been a trailblazer in liberal arts
education in Japan since its founding in 1953, pursing, as its name suggests, international, Christian,
and academic missions. In order to realize this vision and meet the challenges in the global community,
ICU seeks students from Japan and around the world who possess - and want to enhance - the
following qualities

1. Intellectual curiosity and creativity transcending disciplinary boundaries

2. Sound judgment and the ability to think logically and critically
3. Global communication skills necessary for dialogue with people from diverse cultural
backgrounds
4. The initiative and motivation needed to identify, solve, and engage with real world problems

In Admissions, we look for students who have studied broadly, whether in Japan or in other parts of the
world and whether in the arts or in the sciences. We look for students who have the ability to integrate
basic knowledge from various subjects so that their understanding forms the basis of taking action, and
who also have the ability to communicate in foreign languages.

ICU's College of Liberal Arts offers a variety of admissions and assessment procedures in order to
admit diverse students with the potential to change both themselves and the world.

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WHO THIS ADMISSIONS GUIDE IS FOR
For Those Who Are Interested in Applying to ICU in English
In this admission route (also known as “English Language Based Admissions”), the entire process
is conducted in English. Therefore, having sufficient English language proficiency to take university-
level courses in English is a prerequisite. Below are the minimum requirements as proof of this.

◼ Minimum requirements*: IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 79 (from a single test date)
*Submission of these scores is optional if you meet certain conditions. Click here for more information.

No Japanese language proficiency is required at the time of application. Note that you must complete
the Japanese Language Program (JLP) as part of graduation requirements once admitted via the
English Language Based Admissions. This is a part of ICU's commitment to Japanese-English bilingual
education. You cannot graduate by only taking courses offered in English or only in Japanese.

！Please Be Aware:
Language programs after enrollment vary according to the admissions route you select.

!! IMPORTANT NOTES:
⚫ As a language program to help students acquire English proficiency and critical thinking skills,
ELA is mainly for those who enroll at ICU through admissions conducted in Japanese. You
cannot choose ELA instead of JLP if you enroll through English Language Based Admissions.
⚫ Once enrolled, there is no curriculum distinction by admissions routes besides the JLP/ELA
requirements.

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CONTENTS
Application Overview …………………………………………………………………… 4

1. Number of Students Admitted (Expected Yearly Intake) ………………………… 4

2. Eligibility Criteria …………………………………………………………………… 4

3. Admissions Requirements by County/Region …………………………………… 5

4. Selection Process ………………………………………………………………… 7

5. Application Schedule ……………………………………………………………… 9

Application Documents ………………………………………………………………… 10

1. Online Application Form (data entry to OAS) ……………………………………… 11
2. Documents to be uploaded by school ……………………………………………… 12
3. Documents to be uploaded by the applicant ………………………………………… 13

How to Apply ……………………………………………………………………………… 16

Online Interview (only for Type B) ……………………………………………………… 18

1. Time Schedule ……………………………………………………………………… 18
2. About the Network Connection Test and Online Interview ………………………… 18
3. Tips for Getting Ready for the Zoom Meetings ……………………………………… 19

Notification of Decisions ………………………………………………………………… 21

When You are Admitted ………………………………………………………………… 21

1. Entrance Procedures ……………………………………………………………… 21
2. Academic Fees Payment …………………………………………………………… 21
3. Additional Documents to be Submitted to Admissions Center …………………… 22
4. Procedures Necessary for Entering Japan ………………………………………… 23

Expenses …………………………………………………………………………………… 24
Financial Aid and Scholarships ………………………………………………………… 25
Accommodation …………………………………………………………………………… 28

APPENDIX: Conditions for Online Interview ……………………………………… 29

! NOTE: This admissions guide is for Regular (first-year) Students.

Check the following links if you are interested in the other student categories:
➢ For Transfer Students ➢ For Non-Degree-seeking students

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 APPLICATION OVERVIEW
1. Number of Students Admitted (Expected Yearly Intake)
Approximately 150 students are expected through the Universal Admissions* as a whole.
This includes the number of Transfer Students via English Language Based Admissions.
*Universal Admissions is the collective term for the following three admissions routes:
- April Admissions for Returnees
- English Language Based Admissions (April/September Entry)
- EJU Based Admissions (April/September Entry)

2. Eligibility Criteria
For Regular (First-Year) Students:
A Regular Student is a student who matriculates as a first-year student to seek a bachelor’s
degree. Applicants must meet one of the following criteria at the time of enrollment to ICU:

Applicants must:
(1) have completed 12 years of formal education in Japanese schools accredited by the Ministry
of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology or
(2) have completed 12 years or more of formal education outside of Japan or
(3) have an International Baccalaureate Full Diploma, French Baccalauréat, Abitur, or GCE
Advanced Levels or
(4) have graduated from an officially accredited international/foreign school in Japan or
(5) have passed an examination demonstrating academic ability equivalent to 12 years of formal
education, such as the GED (General Educational Development) test or the Upper Secondary
School Equivalency Examination, and be at least 18 years of age or
(6) have completed 11 years or more of formal education in which the high school curriculum is
based on the system of Uzbekistan, Sudan, Belarus, Peru, Russia, Myanmar, Ukraine, or
Kazakhstan*.
*In these cases, applicants must contact the Admissions Center in advance as there are specific requirements.

 Does any of the following apply to you?

 I have been home-schooled.
 I have been attending unaccredited schools.
 I am 23 years old (or older) and a high school graduate.
 I left my university/college more than five years ago.
 Either or both additional/alternative documents and an interview may be required depending on
your situation. To confirm your eligibility and requirements, fill out the Eligibility Check Form and
send it to admissions-center@[Link] at least one month before the application period starts.

Degree-seeking (i.e., Regular and Transfer) students are not allowed to register at other institutions
simultaneously while studying at ICU. Students must officially withdraw or graduate from the former
institution before enrollment at ICU.

! NOTE: This admissions guide is for Regular (first-year) Students.

Check the following links if you are interested in the other student categories:
➢ For Transfer Students ➢ For Non-Degree-seeking students

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 3. Admissions Requirements by Country/Region
To ensure your application eligibility, it is necessary that you submit a set of documents that verifies
your (prospective) completion of secondary education and thus prove your qualification, which is
generally required for university entrance in your country or region.

Search for your country/region from the list below. If your country/region is not listed, complete the
Eligibility Check Form and send it to admissions-center@[Link] for inquiry at least one month
before the application period starts.

 If you have not graduated yet and thus cannot submit the required
documents listed below at the time of application...
 Submission of these documents is deferred until you graduate from high (upper secondary) school.
On the other hand, you should submit the remaining of the necessary documents for your
application by the designated deadline. This includes the School Report, on which the name of the
expected diploma or certificate must be specified. Additionally, a list of courses progressing or to be
taken in the final semester/year is needed to verify that you will meet the course requirements.
Once admitted, you must submit the original or certified true copies of such a diploma or completion
certificate to confirm your admission to ICU. Otherwise, your admission will be rescinded.

*The requirements below may change without prior notice in the event of educational reform in the country/region.

Senior/High School Certificate* and Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).

Australia *Details differ by state/territory. Check the website below:
[Link]

Senior/High School Final Transcript that shows the completion of the required
curriculum and/or final examination for entering a four-year university in Canada.
*Below are course requirements by province:

British Five Grade-12 academic courses, including English

Columbia: Studies 12 (or English 12 or English 12 First Peoples).
Ontario: Six Grade-12 4U/4M courses including English 4U
Canada Prince Edward Five Grade-12 academic courses (611 or 621) including
Island: English 621
Other For other provinces, inquire at the Admissions Center in
Provinces: advance

 If some of the required courses are in progress or to be taken while in the final
semester/term of your high school, and thus not listed on the transcript, submit
a school-issued list of these courses in addition to the transcript.

Chinese National University Entrance Examinations (普通高等学校招生全国統一考試（高考）),

China
and Senior Secondary School Examination (高中学業水平考試（会考）)

France French Baccalauréat examination certificate

Germany Abitur certificate

Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) report

 Must contain four Core Subjects and two Elective Subjects (in Category A)
Hong Kong  If not taking Chinese Language, three Elective Subjects are needed.
 Mathematics Extended Part Module 1 or 2 can be used to meet the elective
requirement.

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 IB Full Diploma (Final Grades or Predicted Grades Report)
IB  IB certificate alone is not acceptable. IB Full Diploma is needed. IB Course candidates
are ineligible to apply unless they have other valid credentials for admission to ICU.

All India Senior School Certificate awarded by CBSE, or

India
Indian Certificate of Secondary Education awarded by CISCE.

Indonesia Ijazah Sekolah Menegah Atas (Diploma awarded by Upper Secondary School)

Japanese High School Diploma (awarded by a MEXT accredited school)

Japan
 If the graduation date is indicated, a final transcript may be substituted.

Korean High School Graduation Certificate

Korea
+ College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT)
New Record of Achievement and School Results Summary showing National Certificates of
Zealand Educational Achievements (NCEA) Level 3 with University Entrance

Mexico Bachillerato + University entrance examination

Attestat o Srednem Obshchem Obrazovanii

Russia (Certificate of Secondary General Education)
+ Unified State Examination Results
Singapore-Cambridge General Certificate of Education Examinations Ordinary-Level
Singapore (GCE O-Level) and Advanced Level (GCE A-Level).
 At least three passes in H2 subjects are required to apply.

Certificate of Completion of General Secondary Education in Ukraine

Ukraine + State Final Attestation (SFA) results as supplementary to the above certificate
+ External Independent Evaluation (EIE) test results

General Certificate of Education Advanced Level (GCE A Level (A2))

+ General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) (Final or Predicted Grades)
+ General Certificate of Education Advanced Subsidiary (GCE AS Level) (if applicable)
 At least five subjects must be passed, ideally with one from each of the subject
groups: Humanities, Social Sciences, Mathematics, Natural Sciences, and Languages.
 Of the five passes, two must be at GCE A Level.
 Applicants originally from non-English speaking countries/regions are recommended to
UK take English Language unless they have spent their junior and senior high school
years - approximately six years - in the British school system.
 A foreign language subject cannot be counted toward the above requirements if it
teaches your first language or the language spoken in your home environment.
Suppose a native Japanese speaker takes a GCE A Level in the Japanese language
subject, for example. In this case, the candidate must have two GCE A Levels besides
Japanese to apply.

US High School Diploma (awarded by a public or officially accredited school)

USA  If the graduation date is indicated, a final transcript may be substituted.

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 4. Selection Process
The screening process is subject to ICU admissions policies and regulations, which are based
on Japanese national educational requirements. The application documents enable ICU to
screen applicants in a fair and accurate manner. The omission of any one of the required
documents may adversely affect the chances of admission.
In the English Language Based Admissions, you will proceed to either the Type A or Type B
track based on your educational background. If you graduate from a US, Japanese, IB, or UK
school, you should apply via Type A by submitting SAT, ACT Plus Writing, IB Diploma, or GCE
A Level scores.
From other countries, regions, or educational systems, you should apply via Type B with an
online interview in addition to documentary screening unless you have valid SAT or ACT Plus
Writing scores, in which case you may apply via Type A.
Admission decisions are made holistically, and all the components are equally important, from
academic transcripts, application essays, and letters of recommendation to the standardized
test scores (for Type A applicants) or the online interview (for Type B applicants).

◼ Criteria for Type A and Type B Applications:

Type A: If you meet any of the following criteria, you must proceed via Type A:
(Documentary screening only; (1) You will have obtained the Japanese or US High School Diploma*
no interview) from an officially accredited school by the time of enrollment to ICU or
Submit SAT, ACT Plus Writing, (2) You will have an IB Full Diploma or UK GCE A Level by the time of
IB Diploma, or GCE A Level enrollment to ICU or
scores (3) You do not meet either of the above (1) and (2) but will have
completed secondary education with credentials for university
entrance in your country/region AND are able to submit SAT or ACT
Plus Writing test scores at the time of application.

Type B: Type B is only available if you DO NOT meet the Type A conditions but
(Documentary screening have completed secondary education with credentials for university
AND Online Interview) entrance in your country/region.

*NOTES:
- You may not apply via both types simultaneously. Choose either even if you meet both types’ criteria.
- In either type, meeting the eligibility criteria (See p.4) and admissions requirements by country/region (p. 5-6)
is a prerequisite for applying to ICU in the first place.
- If you have passed one of the exams below, you have the equivalent of a Japanese/US High School Diploma:
 Japanese "高等学校卒業程度認定試験 (Certificate for Students Achieving the Proficiency Level of Upper
Secondary School Graduates)" test
 Japanese "大学入学資格検定 (University Entrance Qualification Examination)"
 US "GED (General Educational Development)" test
 US "HiSET (High School Equivalency Test)”

!! Please Be Aware:
⚫ Japanese or US high school (prospective) graduates must apply via Type A. They may not proceed to
Type B even if they fail to prepare valid SAT or ACT Plus Writing scores in Type A.
⚫ IB certificate alone is not acceptable. IB Full Diploma is needed. IB Course candidates are ineligible for
either Type A or B unless they have other valid credentials for admissions to ICU.
⚫ Applicants from the UK system must apply via Type A and may not proceed to Type B. Without taking
GCE A Level subjects, they cannot apply to ICU via the English Language Based Admissions.
Additionally, at least two GCE A Level passes are required to apply.
⚫ If your school has multiple accreditations and your application could be via Type A or Type B, you may
choose to apply via either*, according to your preference. This is the case, for example, for a Canadian
school (Type B) offering a dual program with an IBDP curriculum (Type A).
*You may not apply via both types simultaneously.

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 ◼ Process Overview (from Application to Results):
1. Check your eligibility and detailed requirements
See the following pages to see if you are eligible to apply. Details differ by country/region.

>> Eligibility Criteria (p.4) >> Admissions Requirements by Country/Region (p.5)

2. Know your application schedule and deadline

There are three application periods per year: One for April entry and two for September entry.
However, Type B applicants may not apply in the first application period for September entry.

>> Application Schedule (p.9)

3. Prepare required application documents

Start arranging documents with your school and testing institutions well in advance.

>> Application Documents (p. 10)

4. Complete the online data entry once the application period starts
Register your information in the Online Application System once the application period starts.

>> ICU Online Application System (OAS)

5. Pay the application fee

30,000 yen for Regular (first-year) Students.

*An 880 yen System Operation Fee will be charged in addition to the application fee.

6. Upload all required application documents in PDF format

Once you complete the data entry and application fee payment, you may upload the necessary
files on your application portal (OAS MyPage). Be sure to upload the required items by the
application period deadline. Some documents must be uploaded by your school counselor and
recommenders. To do this, it is necessary that you register the teachers in OAS in advance to send
them a request for uploading the required items.

>> For Counselors and Recommenders >> Forms to Download

7. Have an online interview on a designated date and time (Type B applicants only)
Type B applicants must be interviewed online in addition to the documentary screening. Since
interviews are conducted remotely via Zoom, applicants do not need to come to the campus.
Prior to the online interview, a connection test must be done on a separate date between the
applicant and the University. Detailed instructions about the online interview and necessary
connection test (including a meeting time, ID, and passcode) will be notified through OAS.

8. Notification of the admission decisions

Admissions results will be notified through OAS on the given notification date.

*NOTE: An additional online interview may be required at the discretion of the university; details,
including an invitation to Zoom, will be provided at the time of notification.

Those who do not hold Japanese nationality must have, or obtain, valid residence status in Japan
to enroll in ICU. Even if you complete the required entrance procedures after receiving notification
of acceptance from ICU, if you fail to obtain valid residence status in Japan, you will not be allowed
to enroll in ICU. Even if ICU applies to the Immigration Services Agency of Japan for the Certificate
of Eligibility (CoE) on your behalf, ICU assumes no responsibility for the results of the CoE
application.

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 5. Application Schedule
ICU's academic year begins in April and is divided into three terms; Spring, Autumn, and Winter.
Students can enroll at ICU in April, at the beginning of the Spring Term, or in September, at the
beginning of the Autumn Term.

⚫ You may not apply for both April and September entries; you must choose one or the other.
There is no advantage or disadvantage in applying for either April or September entry.
⚫ Admissions cannot be deferred to a later term/year. Once admitted for April entry, you may not
defer the admission to September entry or later. Similarly, you may not defer September admission
to April or later. Select an appropriate timeline that fits you best without assuming deferring an
admissions offer.
⚫ You must wait one year to reapply regardless of the initial admissions result. For example, if you
have applied to ICU for September 2024 entry, you may not reapply for April 2025 entry but may
reapply for September 2025 entry.

◼ Application Schedule for 2025 Admissions:

April 2025 Entry
Application Period (Only for Type B)
Notification of Deadline for
Connection Online Decisions Matriculation Fee
Start Deadline
Test Interview
10:00 on 23:59 on 11:00 on
April 2025 Nov. 18, Nov. 23, Feb. 3,
Oct. 1, Oct. 16, Nov. 29,
Type A Type B 2024 2024 2025
2024 2024 2024

⚫ All dates and times are based on Japan Standard Time [JST] using the 24-hour time system.
⚫ Spring Term Tuition and Facilities Fee must be paid together with the Matriculation Fee for April entry.
⚫ For Type B applicants: Detailed instructions about the online interview and necessary connection test
(including a meeting time, ID, and passcode) will be notified through the Online Application System
(OAS). See the following section for your reference as well:
>> Online Interview (only for Type B) (p.18)

September 2025 Entry

Application Period (Only for Type B)
Notification of Deadline for
Connection Online Decisions Matriculation Fee
Start Deadline
Test Interview
Sept. 2025 10:00 on 23:59 on 11:00 on
1st Appl. Period Jan. 6, Jan. 16, ― ― Feb. 21,
Type A 2025 2025 2025
Jun. 2,
2025
Sept. 2025 10:00 on 23:59 on 11:00 on
Mar. 31, Apr. 7,
2nd Appl. Period Feb. 17, Mar. 3, Apr. 18,
2025 2025
Type A Type B 2025 2025 2025

⚫ All dates and times are based on Japan Standard Time [JST] using the 24-hour time system.
⚫ The first application period is only available for Type A applicants not for Type B applicants.
⚫ There is no advantage or disadvantage in applying in either the first or second application period.
⚫ For Type B applicants: Detailed instructions about the online interview and necessary connection test
(including a meeting time, ID, passcode) will be notified through OAS. See the following section for your
reference as well:
>> Online Interview (only for Type B) (p.18)

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 APPLICATION DOCUMENTS
The following are the required documents and information to complete your application. Start arranging
them well in advance, as some may take time to be prepared by your school or testing institution.

 ICU Online Application System (OAS)

For English Language Based Admissions, applications are completed online alone. Through the ICU Online
Application System (OAS), applicants register their information, pay the application fee, and upload the
necessary documents. Some items must be uploaded by applicants' school officials, so applicants should
register their school counselor and recommenders on the application portal (OAS MyPage).

>> ICU Online Application System (OAS)

1. Online Application Form (data entry to OAS)

□ A) Basic Information

□ B) Educational History

□ C) Personal Statement

□ D) Short Essay

□ E) Extracurricular Activities (if any)

□ F) Special Recognition (if any)

2. Documents to be uploaded by school

□ G) Required Documents by Country/Region

□ H) Official Transcript

□ I) School Report

□ J) Two Letters of Recommendation

3. Documents to be uploaded by the applicant

□ K) Proof of English Proficiency (IELTS or TOEFL)

□ L) SAT/ACT Plus Writing/IB Diploma/UK GCE A Level (Only for Type A)

!! IMPORTANT NOTES:
⚫ All documents must be prepared in English. Documents in a language other than English must be
accompanied by an official translation into English prepared by a school official or an official agency
such as an embassy.
⚫ If your name on the application documents differs from the one registered for OAS, request your
school to prepare a letter of clarification or submit a copy of your passport for identification.

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 1. Online Application Form (data entry to OAS)
Sections A-F listed below correspond to the required items to be filled out through the Online Application
System (OAS). Once the information input is complete, you will be asked to pay the application fee
within the system (credit card transfer), and then to upload your documents.

A) Basic Information
The following data entry will be required; desired student category, application type, applicant’s name,
date of birth, nationality(ies), status of residence in Japan (if applicable), first language(s), contact
address, phone number, parent’s/guardian’s information, etc.

B) Educational History
Complete your educational history from elementary school to the latest school you are attending or
graduated from. The names of the schools must be given in English as it appears on your transcripts.
In each entry, provide the length of study (start and end dates), language(s) of instruction, school
location, and the name of the diploma/certificate (to be) conferred.

C) Personal Statement
State your motivation and purpose for studying at ICU in 500 to 600 words. Include the following points:

(1) Study and career plans

(2) Your thoughts about the merits of using both English and Japanese in your studies
(3) Contributions you can make to realize ICU's ideals

D) Short Essay
Write an essay on one of the topics listed below. The essay needs a title and must be 400 to 500 words
long. Include your personal point of view on the issue and/or how the issue has affected or impacted
you:
A) Discuss a current issue of personal, local, national, or international concern and its importance
to you.
B) Describe a work of art (painting, literature, music, etc.), a historical episode, or a scientific
achievement that has impressed you and explain how it has affected your outlook on life.
C) Evaluate a significant experience, achievement, challenge, or ethical dilemma you have
accomplished/faced and its impact on you.

E) Extracurricular Activities (if any)

For the “Extracurricular Activities” fields, you may list any extracurricular activities, community service
activities, or internships you have been involved in while in or after high school. If you have been away
from school for more than a year, include the activities after leaving the school (e.g., internship, studying
at language schools, employment, etc.).

F) Special Recognition (if any)

For the “Special Recognition” fields, you may list any honors, prizes, or special recognitions you have
earned during or after high school.

 Make use of the above E and F sections!

 Additional or supplementary documents not directly required for the application will not be accepted, so
provide a comprehensive description of such activities and honors in the “E) Extracurricular Activities” and
“F) Special Recognition” sections.

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 2. Documents to be uploaded by school
Sections G-J listed below correspond to the items required to be uploaded by school officials (guidance
counselor* and recommenders). Register your school counselor and recommenders via the Online
Application System (OAS) and send them a request to upload the required documents (see below)
through the Document Submission Portal for Counselors and Recommenders (the Submission Portal).
*In the case of Japanese high schools, you may take “homeroom teacher” as “guidance counselor.”

>> How to Add Counselors and Recommenders on OAS MyPage

 For Counselors and Recommenders:

➢ When creating an OAS account, applicants agree to authorize all requested information and records
to be released to the University. They also agree to waive the right to review confidential letters of
recommendation.
➢ Please use your official email account with a school domain for registration to the Submission Portal.
If a private free email service such as Gmail is used, we might ask your affiliated institution to verify
the sender's identity.
➢ If you have technical difficulties using the portal, we may accept the file(s) via email attachment.
Make sure to use an official email account for that purpose, too. Or you may mail the documents
(See p.17).
>> How to Upload Documents via Submission Portal

! NOTE: All documents must be prepared in English. Documents in a language other than English
must be accompanied by an official translation into English prepared by a school official or an
official agency such as an embassy.

G) Required Documents by Country/Region

A set of documents that verifies your (expected) completion of (upper) secondary education and thus
proves your (prospective) qualification for university entrance in your country or region is needed. Detailed
requirements differ according to the country/region/educational system. See the link below and request
your school to submit the required documents.

>> Admissions Requirements by Country/Region (p. 5)

H) Official Transcript
A high (upper secondary) school transcript and/or term reports are required, which should cover all your
courses and grades in the last three years, including the final (senior) year.

If the courses of the final (senior) year are ongoing and not included in the transcript…
 Attach a first quarter/semester or mid-year report separately. The same goes with a list of courses
progressing or to be taken in the final semester/year. If not specified in the transcript, add another file to
convey it.
If graduating early or skipping a grade…
 Submit an official document to that effect. If clarified in the transcript, that alone will suffice.
If you have attended more than one school…
 Submit a separate transcript for each school unless the information (courses and grades) for all three
years across the schools is included in the most recently attended school transcript. If the transcripts do
not indicate their grading scale, submit a document prepared by the school explaining it.
If already attending a university/college…
 In addition to your high school transcripts, an official university/college transcript may also be submitted.

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  If applicants submit the above documents on their school’s behalf…
If your school officials cannot submit the requested items listed above G and H for some reason (by
uploading, mailing/emailing, or any other means), you may upload the items on the school’s behalf.
Upload them to the “Other Documents” section on MyPage, in that case.
➢ Note that the items must be stamped or signed by a school official. Documents without school
stamps or signatures, such as student copies, are unacceptable as we cannot tell if it is genuinely
an authorized official document.
➢ Once admitted, you must submit the original or certified true copy of the uploaded documents via
courier service or registered mail in part of the entrance procedures. Details can be found in the
following section.

>> 3. Additional Documents to Be Submitted to Admissions Center (p. 22)

I) School Report
The School Report shares supplementary information regarding your academic achievements and school
details. Request for this report to be completed by your counselor or other school official in an appropriate
position responsible for documenting student academic progress.

>> School Report (Please use this designated form)

J) Two Letters of Recommendation

Two letters of recommendation are needed from high (upper secondary) school teachers (e.g., principal,
guidance counselor, IB coordinator, or other teaching staff). One must be from an instructor who
teaches a core academic subject*.

A letter of recommendation (1,000 words or less)...

…is expected to reflect on the recommender's unique relationship with the applicant and address their
character and abilities. A statement that addresses the applicant's potential success within and contributions
to the ICU community will be especially welcomed.

There is no designated format for the letter of recommendation. Use of a school's official letterhead is
preferred. When uploading, recommenders will be asked to complete the relevant information online. The
following information sheet must be attached if they cannot use the Submission Portal and wish to email
their letter of recommendation directly to the ICU Admissions Center.

>> Information Sheet for Recommenders (Please use this designated form)

*“Core academic subjects” refer to subjects like English, Social Studies, Mathematics, Science, Foreign Language,
etc. Note that a foreign language subject that teaches your first language or the one spoken in your home
environment is not regarded as a "core academic subject." The same goes for ESL (English as a Second
Language) subjects.

3. Documents to be uploaded by the applicant

Sections K-L listed below correspond to the required items to be uploaded by applicants.

K) Proof of English Proficiency (IELTS or TOEFL)

Minimum Requirement: IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 79
Upload one of the following documents in PDF format to OAS:
- IELTS Test Report Form (TRF)
- TOEFL Test Taker Score Report

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 ◼ Submission of IELTS or TOEFL is optional if you meet either of the following criteria:
(1) You have spent both junior and senior high school years (or the equivalent last continuous six
school years) at institutions in which English is the language of instruction (in all classes except
for foreign and national language classes) or
(2) You are an IB Diploma candidate and are taking or have taken IB English A ("Literature" or
"Language and Literature").

 Please note:
➢ The test(s) must have been taken no more than two years before the application period starts.
➢ TOEFL MyBest score is not acceptable. Only a single test date score is acceptable for TOEFL.
➢ TOEFL iBT Home Edition is acceptable. TOEFL ITP (Institutional Testing Program) is not.
➢ IELTS must be an Academic Module. One Skill Retake is not acceptable for IELTS.
➢ There is no need to arrange for the reports to be sent to ICU directly from the testing institution.
However, the Online Application System (OAS) requires you to provide your verification number
(i.e. TRF number for IELTS and Appointment Number for TOEFL).
*Contact each testing institution, not ICU, for any test-related issues.

 If home-schooled...
Even if the language of instruction has been English, if you were home-schooled, you should
contact the Admissions Center in advance. We need further confirmation to see if you meet the
exemption criteria.

 For those with refugee status or in similar serious situations of forced displacement…
You may submit Duolingo English Test (DET) results instead of IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum
score requirement is 110. If this applies to you, contact the Admissions Center before the
application period starts. You need permission to use your DET score as proof of English
Proficiency.

L) SAT/ACT Plus Writing, IB Diploma, or UK GCE A Level (only for Type A)

Type A applicants must submit any* of the following scores or certificates:
*If you have a choice, you may choose any of the three, regardless of your school's educational system.
For example, an IB student may submit SAT scores instead of IB grades if they have valid SAT scores.

(1) SAT or ACT Plus Writing score report:

Your official score report must be sent to ICU electronically from the testing institution.

ICU's institutional code is "0860" for SAT, and "5279" for ACT Plus Writing.

Make sure to arrange this well in advance, since it usually takes several weeks for your official
report to be sent to the university.

⚫ SAT/ACT scores must be taken within five years of the application start date.
⚫ ICU will evaluate your application by noting the highest test scores in each section across test
dates (also known as "Superscores").

Your application will be considered incomplete if your official score report cannot be confirmed.
When arranging the score reporting, you should keep a copy of your order invoice as proof. Also,
OAS requires you to upload your test taker's score report (.pdf) for confirmation.
*Contact each testing institution for score reporting/delivery and other test-related questions.

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  Please note:
➢ Primarily, the following (2) and (3) items are expected to be uploaded by your school counselor in the
"G) Required Documents by Country/Region" section. Request your school counselor first.
➢ If your school officials cannot submit the requested items (by uploading, mailing/emailing, or any other
means), you may do so on the school's behalf. In that case, upload them to the “Other Documents”
section on MyPage.
➢ Note that, if you uploaded the items, they must be stamped or signed by a school official, and that you
must mail the original paper copies to ICU as part of entrance procedures once you are admitted.
Details can be found in the following section.

>> 3. Additional Documents to Be Submitted to Admissions Center (p. 22)

(2) IB Full Diploma (Final Grades or Predicted Grades report):

Arrange for your IB final grades to be sent to ICU electronically through the IB organization or for
your school to prepare and submit a certified copy. If your final grades are unavailable at the time
of application, request your school to issue a predicted grade report. If your school has no format
for this purpose, Report Form for IB Predicted Grades may be used.

⚫ IB certificate alone is not acceptable. IB Full Diploma is needed.

⚫ If you submit a predicted grades report at the time of application, you must submit the final
grades sooner after they become available. Note that your admission will be rescinded if you fail
to obtain an IB Diploma. Ask your IB coordinator to arrange your final IB results to be sent online
through the IB Information System to ICU once they come out.

(3) UK GCE A Level certificates (Final Grades or Predicted Grades report):

Submit the certificates (original or certified copies) listed below. If your final grades are
unavailable at the time of application, request your school to issue a predicted grade report.

- General Certificate of Education Advanced Level (GCE A Level (A2))

- General Certificate of Education Advanced Subsidiary (GCE AS Level) (if applicable)
- General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE)

⚫ At least five subjects must be passed, ideally with one from each of the subject groups:
Humanities, Social Sciences, Mathematics, Natural Sciences, and Languages.
⚫ Of the five passes, two must be at GCE A Level.
⚫ Applicants originally from non-English speaking countries/regions are recommended to take
English Language unless they have spent their junior and senior high school years -
approximately six years - in the British school system.
⚫ A subject from the "Language" group cannot be counted toward the above requirements if it
teaches your first language or the language spoken in your home environment. Suppose those
whose first language is Japanese takes a GCE A Level in the Japanese language subject. In this
case, they must have two GCE A Levels besides Japanese to apply.
⚫ If you submit predicted grades at the time of application, you must submit the final grades, as
soon as they become available, as part of entrance procedures once you are admitted.
Remember that you must pass at least two subjects at A Level. Otherwise, your admission will
be rescinded.

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 HOW TO APPLY
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1 Preparation
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E-mail Address
⚫ A valid e-mail address is required for user registration. Register an email address that is not likely
to be changed or deleted until you enter ICU and that you easily check on a daily basis.
⚫ Authentication e-mails from the system and other notices from ICU will be sent to this address.
Check your e-mail settings so that you can receive e-mails from the “@[Link]” domain. Make
sure you do not miss any important announcements.
Application Documents
Start arranging documents well in advance.

step Create Your Account (MyPage)

2 Click on the link below and follow the instructions there to create your account.
>> ICU Online Application System (OAS): [Link]

step
Complete the Online Application Form
3
Fill out the required information in OAS once the application period starts.
>> Online Application Form (data entry to OAS) (p. 11)

step Upload your portrait photo

4 Upload your portrait photo to OAS. Below are the requirements:
⚫ Must be taken within three months before you submit the application
⚫ Must show only you (no group photo is acceptable) in a passport-quality
⚫ Front view above chest level with a plain background
⚫ File size of the photograph should be 20MB or less.
⚫ Should be approximately 2 million pixels or less.
(Vertical pixels x Horizontal pixels = Number of pixels in a photo)
⚫ The file formats that can be registered are JPEG (.jpg and .jpeg) or PNG (.png).
⚫ The height:width ratio should be 4:3.
⚫ Images that have not been manipulated (eyes, nose, facial contours, etc.)

step Pay the Application Fee

5 30,000 yen for the application fee plus 880 yen for the system operation charge.
*Both the application fee and system operation charge are non-refundable.

⚫ VISA, MasterCard, JCB, AMEX, and Diners cards are acceptable.

⚫ The name on the card does not have to be that of the applicant.
⚫ Upon the payment completion, you will receive a notification e-mail through the system.

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 step Submit All Required Documents
6
Documents to be uploaded by school
For Applicant: Register your school counselor and recommenders via the Online Application
System (OAS) and send them a request for uploading the required documents (See items G to J).
>> How to Add Counselors and Recommenders on OAS MyPage
For Counselors/Recommenders: Please upload the requested documents via the Submission
Portal. To utilize the system, you must create an account and inform the applicant of your login ID
and registered email address so that they can send you an upload request through OAS. For more
detailed instructions, please refer to the manual linked below.
>> How to Upload Documents vis Submission Portal

*If Counselors/Recommenders have technical difficulties using the Submission Portal…

We may accept the documents via email attachments from school officials or the postal mail service.
When mailing/emailing a letter of recommendation, a completed Information Sheet must be attached.
When emailing the file(s), direct them to admissions-center@[Link]. Make sure that an official email
account (with a school domain) is used so we can verify the sender’s identity. If a private free email
service such as Gmail is used, we may ask their affiliated institution to confirm the identity.
The following is the mailing address to send the documents by postal mail. Confidential documents
such as letters of recommendation and School Report must be enclosed in a sealed envelope signed
or stamped across the flap by the counselor/recommender or other school official.

Admissions Center (in Japanese)

International Christian University 〒181-8585
3-10-2 Osawa, Mitaka-shi 東京都三鷹市大沢 3-10-2
Tokyo 181-8585, JAPAN 国際基督教大学アドミッションズ・センター
Tel: +81-422-33-3700 Tel: 0422-33-3700
Note that arrival after the deadline will NOT be accepted for any reason. .
*We will accept the documents via email/mail even before the application period starts.

Documents to be uploaded by yourself (applicant)

For Applicant: Once you have completed the data entry and application fee payment, go back to
MyPage, where you can upload the required documents (See items K to L).

During the Application Period, applications can be submitted 24 hours a day. As the dates and times
are given in Japan Standard Time, note the time difference if you reside outside Japan. Complete all
required steps within the period, including submitting the necessary documents. Otherwise, your
application will not be considered even if you have paid the application fee.

After You Have Completed the Application

⚫ ICU will notify you via OAS once your documents have been received and confirmed. It takes some
time for all documents to be fully reviewed and for the status to be reflected on MyPage. Please refrain
from inquiring about the status of your application, but wait for the notification from OAS.
⚫ Check the Online Inquiry Form on MyPage regularly, as you may be asked questions about your
application and documents.
⚫ ICU may correct and update the data on your behalf in OAS if necessary.
⚫ Your application number will be given a few weeks after the application period ends.
⚫ If there is any change to your address or contact information, inform ICU via the inquiry form
immediately. Also, for any questions regarding your application, send a message via the inquiry form.

For Type A applicants: Skip the next section, “Online Interview (only for Type B),” and go directly
to the “Notification of Decisions” section on page 21.

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 ONLINE INTERVIEW (only for Type B)
⚫ Type B applicants must be interviewed online in addition to the documentary screening.
⚫ As interviews are conducted remotely via Zoom, applicants do not need to come to the campus.
⚫ Prior to the online interview, a connection test must be done on a separate date.
⚫ Detailed instructions will be provided through the Online Application System (OAS).

1. Time Schedule
All dates and times are based on Japan Standard Time [JST].
For April 2025 Entry Type B For Sept. 2025 Entry Type B

Network Designated Time*1 Designated Time*1

Connection Test on Nov. 18, 2024 on Mar. 31, 2025

Designated Time*2 Designated Time*2

Online Interview
on Nov. 23, 2024 on Apr. 7, 2025

*1 Meeting time, ID, and passcode for the connection test will be notified at 11:30 a.m. on November 14, 2024, for
April entry, and March 27, 2025, for September entry, both of which are in JST.
*2 Meeting time, ID, and passcode for the online interview will be notified at 10:00 a.m. on November 22, 2024, for
April entry, and April 4, 2025, for September entry, both of which are in JST.

2. About the Network Connection Test and Online Interview

Network Connection Test
⚫ Necessary information such as the meeting time, ID, and passcode will be notified through OAS
at 11:30 a.m. on November 14, 2024, for April entry, and March 27, 2025, for September entry,
both of which are in JST. If you cannot confirm the notification by 1:00 p.m. on the same day,
contact the Admissions Center.
! NOTE: Print the “Online Interview Voucher,” which becomes downloadable from OAS and you must
show when you join the network connection test and online interview.

⚫ Enter the Zoom waiting room 10 minutes before the designated time. When it is your turn, the
ICU staff will allow you to enter the meeting and check the connection status (audio, video, etc.)
in the Zoom meeting, confirming that the video technologies and network connection work well
in your place under the same conditions as you will have in the online interview. The test will take
approximately five minutes, but leave yourself ample time. It might take longer (at longest, 30
minutes) including the waiting time.

Online Interview
⚫ Necessary information such as the meeting time, ID, and passcode will be notified through OAS
at 10:00 a.m. on November 22, 2024, for April entry, and April 4, 2025, for September entry, both
of which are in JST. If you cannot confirm the notification by 1:00 p.m. on the same day, contact
the Admissions Center.
⚫ Enter the Zoom waiting room 10 minutes before the designated interview time. When it is your
turn, the interviewer will let you in the Zoom meeting. The time required for the online interview
will be about an hour including the waiting time, but leave ample time just in case of connection
trouble. If technology goes wrong during the interview, the interview schedule might be changed
to another time on the same day.

! NOTE: When entering the Zoom meetings, your display name should be put in the following order:
i.e., Application Number, FAMILY NAME, Given Name, and Middle Name (if applicable).
*Place a space after the number then a comma and a space between your family and given name:
e.g. U9999 KOKUSAI, Motoko Christian

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 3. Tips for Getting Ready for the Zoom Meetings

Prior to the Network Connection Test

⚫ Read “Conditions for Online Interview” at the end of this guidebook (see APPENDIX) carefully. As
a part of your online application process, enter your consent to these conditions as you will be
asked to tick the box to show your agreement when submitting the online application form.
⚫ Prepare a computer device, which should be connected to the internet and equipped with a
webcam that faces you. You can use a tablet or smartphone, but a laptop or desktop computer is
recommended if you have options.
⚫ Install the Zoom app onto your device from the link below (if you have not yet done this):
[Link]

 You do not need to create your own Zoom account or buy a license.
 See the link below for the system requirements:
[Link]
 If you are a Mac/Windows user, click on the download button under "Zoom Client For Meetings" at the
top of the page. If you are an iPad/Android user, click on the download button in the Zoom mobile app
column or look for “ZOOM Cloud Meetings” in the store to install.

⚫ A stable internet connection with an appropriate uplink speed (faster than 10Mbps) is required.
⚫ Prepare a quiet room where you can be alone and free from distractions during the interview.
Make sure that no one else comes in or interferes with you. The use of headset/earphones is
recommended.
⚫ To confirm your identity, you will be asked to present your “Online Interview Voucher.” So, make
sure to download and print it out beforehand.

On the Network Connection Test / Online Interview Date

⚫ Set up your room for the Online Interview:
i. Place the computer on a desk and sit in front of the computer with the webcam facing you.
ii. Do not wear a mask nor use a virtual/blurred background.
iii. Choose a location with good lighting where your face should not be backlit.
iv. Make sure that noise from outside the room does not interfere with the interview.
v. During the Online Interview, your “Online Interview Voucher” and mobile/smartphone are the
only items that you will be allowed to have with you on the desk or around the computer.

 You will be asked to show the “Online Interview Voucher” to the interviewers.
 You must be available on the phone that you registered on the Online Application System
(OAS) until just before the interview. Once the interview starts, you will be asked to turn your
phone off and put it away. This excludes the case that you use your smartphone to join the
Zoom meeting.

vi. Keep your device plugged in or fully charged so the interview will not be interrupted by power
shortage.

⚫ Enter the Zoom waiting room 10 minutes before the designated time.
i. Click on the “Join a Meeting” button.

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 ii. Enter your Meeting ID and display name*.
*Display name should be put in the following order,
i.e., Application Number, FAMILY NAME, Given
Name, and Middle Name (if applicable).
Place a space after the number then a comma and
a space between your family and given name:
e.g. U9999 KOKUSAI, Motoko Christian

iii. Enter the Meeting Passcode.

iv. Wait until the interviewers are ready to let you join the meeting.

⚫ Prepare your “Online Interview Voucher” so you can show it to the interviewer.
⚫ Check that the sound and video are ON.

*The red slash means OFF. Click “Unmute” and “Start Video” to turn them ON.

⚫ Present “Online Interview Voucher” to the interviewer. The Interview begins after this verification.
⚫ If you cannot hear questions clearly, do not hesitate to let the interviewer know.
⚫ Once your interview ends, leave the meeting room promptly.

*Leave the meeting room by clicking here.

! NOTE: Save your schedule for the above dates (not only for the online interview date but also for
the required network connection test). It is your own responsibility to prepare the necessary
communication devices and networking environment mentioned above.

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 NOTIFICATION OF DECISIONS
Admission decisions will be notified via the Online Application System (OAS) at 11:00 (JST) on the
designated date (see Application Schedule on page 9). The university will not respond to any
inquiries regarding the decisions via phone or other means.

*NOTE: An additional online interview may be required at the discretion of the university; details,
including an invitation to Zoom, will be provided at the time of notification.

Once “ADMITTED,” download important documents from MyPage. Be sure to save the downloaded
documents (.pdf) for your copy as they will be inaccessible after the entrance procedure deadline.

WHEN YOU ARE ADMITTED

Download the following items from OAS.
(Click the "Download important documents from here" button on MyPage.)
 Notification of Acceptance
 Invoice for Tuition and Academic Fees
 Scholarship Award Letter (if applicable)
 Important Notice of Entrance Procedures (containing URL to "ENTRANCE PROCEDURES
GUIDE" and "ENTRANCE PROCEDURES - BOOK OF FORMS -")

*NOTE: Admissions cannot be deferred to a later term/year.

1. Entrance Procedures
Submit entrance procedure documents and pay academic fees by the following deadline.
Details can be found on “ENTRANCE PROCEDURES GUIDE.”

For April 2025 entry Feb. 3, 2025

For September 2025 entry Jun. 2, 2025
*Postmarking/payment after the deadline will NOT be accepted and will be considered as declining the offer.

 For applicants who do not hold Japanese nationality…

 You must obtain a valid status of residence in Japan so as to enroll in ICU. Since the required
visa application deadline comes earlier than the above entrance procedure deadline, check
“Procedures Necessary for Entering Japan” and understand the required steps beforehand.

2. Academic Fees Payment

Following the instructions given in “Invoice for Tuition and Academic Fees,” make sure to pay
“Academic Fees” as below by the designated deadline:
Matriculation fee ¥300,000
Tuition (for the first term) ¥379,000
Facilities Fee (for the first term) ¥118,000
Total: ¥797,000

＊Academic Fees Payment Deadlines:

Matriculation Fee Tuition & Facilities Fee
For April 2025 entry Feb. 3, 2025
For September 2025 entry Jun. 2, 2025 Aug. 8, 2025

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 ⚫ Matriculation Fee is required in order to ensure your admission candidacy; this is non-refundable.
⚫ Annual payment of tuition and facilities fees is not accepted. Tuition and facilities fees paid in the
entrance procedure will be applied to the first term. Tuition and facilities fees for later terms are due
at the beginning of each term.
⚫ See Expenses on pages 24-25 for further reference about estimated costs for one year.

3. Additional Documents to Be Submitted to Admissions Center

If any of the following applies to you, submit the requested documents to the Admissions Center.
Admission could be rescinded if the receipt of the documents below cannot be confirmed, even if
you have submitted other entrance procedures documents and paid your academic fees in time.

For IB Diploma or GCE A Level candidates who submitted the predicted grades report
since their final grades did not come out at the time of application…
 Submit the final IB or GCE A Level grades sooner after they become available.

For IB Diploma Arrange your final IB results to be sent to ICU online through the IB
candidates: Information System once they become available. Remember that your
admission will be rescinded if you fail to obtain an IB Full Diploma (see
pages 6 and 15).

For GCE A Level Ask your school official to send the certificate or statement of results
candidates: directly to admissions-center@[Link]* once they become available.
Remember that you must pass at least two subjects at A Level.
Otherwise, your admission will be rescinded (see page 6 and 15).

*Submissions via email are acceptable only if they are sent via an official school email account,
not through Gmail or other private email services.

For those whose submission of “G) Required Documents by Country/Region” was

deferred until they graduate from the high (upper secondary) school…
 Submit the original or certified true copy of credentials listed in the “Admissions
Requirements by Country/Region” section on page 5 (such as a Japanese or US High
School Diploma, for example) sooner after they become available.

For those who uploaded any of the following documents on their school’s behalf:
 G) Required Documents by Country/Region
 H) Official Transcript
 L)-(2) IB Full Diploma (Final Grades or Predicted Grades report)
 L)-(3) UK GCE A Level certificates (Final Grades or Predicted Grades report)
 Submit the original or certified true copy of the uploaded documents via courier service
or registered mail. If you have digital copies only, you may ask your school to email them
directly to admissions-center@[Link] instead*. If you print and mail the digital copies,
we cannot accept them as certified true copies.

! NOTE: Admission will be rescinded if there is a discrepancy between originals (or certified
true copies) submitted by mail (or via email from your school) and those uploaded to the
Online Application System (OAS) by yourself.

*Submissions via email are acceptable only if they are sent via an official school email account,
not through Gmail or other private email services.

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 4. Procedures Necessary for Entering Japan
For Foreign Nationals Residing Outside of Japan:
You must be aware of the required visa application process to enter Japan with a “Student” visa.

 You must have or obtain valid status of residence in Japan to enroll in ICU.
 Even if you complete the required entrance procedures after receiving the “Notification of
Acceptance” from ICU, if you fail to obtain valid status of residence in Japan, you will not be
allowed to enroll in ICU.
 Even if ICU applies to the Immigration Services Agency of Japan for the Certificate of Eligibility
(CoE) on your behalf, ICU assumes no responsibility for the results of the CoE application.

Student Visa
Prospective non-Japanese students are basically required to have “Student (Ryūgaku)” visa.
 The “Student” visa application procedure is introduced in “ENTRANCE PROCEDURES GUIDE.”
 As an essential part of the procedures to obtain the “Student” visa, ICU, on behalf of the student,
initiates the visa application by applying to the Japanese government for the official document,
“Certificate of Eligibility (CoE) for Status of Residence (Zairyū Shikaku Nintei Shōmeisho).”

! NOTE: It takes a significant amount of time (one to three months depending on the circumstances,
according to the recent immigration reports) for ICU to receive CoE from the immigration bureau.

 After receipt of the CoE, ICU sends it to the student, who in turn presents it at the nearest
Japanese consulate to obtain the “Student” visa, which is usually issued within a week.
 The deadline for visa related applications is as follows.
For April 2025 entry Dec. 10, 2024
For September 2025 entry May. 9, 2025

! NOTE: Different from the submission deadline of other entrance procedures documents.

 These deadlines are shortly after the notification of the admissions decisions, and some required
documents may take several weeks to prepare. In order that matters proceed smoothly, make
sure to prepare the following documents well in advance.

Passport
Prospective students from abroad should obtain the information necessary for applying for a
passport from the appropriate office of their own government. Passports are issued for a
designated period of time, which varies from country to country, and each passport has a
specific expiration date.

! NOTE: Your passport must be valid at all times while living in Japan. You should have a passport by the
time you apply to ICU.

Reference Documents for Financial Resources

When you apply for a “Student” visa, you must present to the Japanese Government proof that
you have enough funds to cover all expected living expenses (excluding Tuition/Facilities fee)
during your study at ICU.

! NOTE: You are required to provide ICU with concrete proof of available financial resources. This is a
particularly important factor when the Ministry of Justice examines your financial stability as part of its visa
procedures for authorizing your Certificate of Eligibility (CoE).

 The minimum amount is 100,000JPY per month, in other words, the amount of the balance must
exceed 1,200,000JPY (100,000JPY×12 months). See Expenses on pages 24-25 for further
reference about estimated costs for one year.

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  Financial supporting documents should be provided in one of the following forms (copies are NOT
acceptable):

a. An original letter on official bank letterhead showing your, or your sponsor's, name as an account
holder and the amount of funds available, with the bank's official stamp or the signature of a bank
official. The stamp and signature must be original.
b. A recent bank statement showing your, or your sponsor's, name as an account holder and the
amount of funds available, with the bank's official stamp or the signature of a bank official. The
stamp and signature must be original.
c. If sponsored by an organization, an original letter is required on the letterhead of the organization,
including your name, the amount of the award available to you, and the period when you will be
eligible to receive the funds, with the organization's official stamp or a signature from the sponsor.
The stamp and signature must be original.

(Sample)

EXPENSES
The summary below is intended as a reference to help students draw up their personal estimates
of expenses for one year. Note that items under living costs are average and estimates may vary
considerably from one student to another.

A) Academic Fees AY2025-2026

⚫ Academic Fees must be paid in Japanese Yen.
Matriculation fee (first year only) ¥300,000
Tuition (¥379,000 per term) ¥1,137,000
Facilities Fee (¥118,000 per term) ¥354,000
Annual Total: ¥1,791,000

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 B) Estimated Living Cost
On-Campus Housing approx. ¥320,000 - ¥570,000 / year
(Total cost for the first year) (Fees vary depending on the dormitory)
approx. ¥45,000 - ¥85,000 / month
Off-Campus Housing
(Cost varies according to the type of housing)
Miscellaneous：
Living Expenses (including food) approx. ¥75,000 / month
Books and Supplies approx. ¥15,000 / month
Transportation (within Tokyo) approx. ¥8,000 / month

C) Insurance

Mandatory for all moving from overseas

- National Health Insurance 11,000 yen
Optional
- Comprehensive Insurance for Students Lives See ICU Service Website
Coupled with PAS* for International Students
(accidental injury & liability insurance)
*Personal Accident Insurance for Students Pursuing Education and Research
(学生教育研究災害傷害保険：Gakusei Kyoiku Kenkyu Saigai Shogai Hoken)

It is also mandatory to purchase the liability insurance that compensates for damage to
the third parties if you ride a bicycle in Tokyo.

NOTE: Academic Fees for Years 2025-2028

Matriculation fees are fixed annually and take effect in the following year. Tuition and facilities
fees are fixed annually for the academic year and take effect four years later. The following fees
are applicable to students entering in 2025.

Matriculation Fee ¥300,000

Academic Year Tuition Facilities fee

2025-2026 ¥1,137,000 ¥354,000
2026-2027 ¥1,167,000 ¥354,000
2027-2028 ¥1,203,000 ¥354,000
2028-2029 To be announced
For more information, refer to the following web link.
[Link]

FINANCIAL AID AND SCHOLARSHIPS

⚫ Financing a college education is a major consideration for most students and families. Financing a
year or more of study abroad entails an even greater degree of planning in order to ensure that
funds have been secured, and that they will be transferred in a timely fashion.
⚫ Since payment of matriculation fees, tuition, and all living expenses are the entering student’s
responsibility, we urge you to take into account all of the financial aspects of your study in Japan at
the time you apply to ICU. For a summary of estimated expenses, see Expenses on pages 24-25.
⚫ ICU has broad categories of financial aid and scholarships:
A) Financial support that students can apply for with the admissions application to ICU
B) Financial support that students can apply for after the enrollment at ICU
⚫ Listed below are the various financial aid and scholarship possibilities:

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 A) Financial support that student can apply for with the admission application:
Individuals wishing to come to ICU who have achieved outstanding academic results in their
secondary education and who have need of financial assistance in order to attend ICU are invited to
apply for the following scholarships:

ICU Peace Bell Scholarship

Eligibility: Students applying to ICU as First Year “Regular” Students who can demonstrate
excellent personal character and high academic promise, and also financial need.

Award amount: Matriculation Fee, On-Campus Dormitory Entrance Fee, annual Tuition and
Facilities Fee, and annual On-Campus Dormitory Fees (excluding July and August)
for the four years in principle.
Deadline: Application for ICU Peace Bell Scholarship must be submitted by the Application
Period Deadline for the admissions process.

ICU Torch Relay High Endeavor Scholarship

Eligibility: Students applying to ICU as their first choice university as First Year “Regular” or
Second Year “Transfer” Students who possess high academic promise and
demonstrate financial need.

Award amount: Matriculation Fee, as well as Tuition and Facilities Fee for the first term each year
for the four years in principle.
Deadline: Application for ICU Torch Relay High Endeavor Scholarship must be submitted by
the Application Period Deadline for the admissions process.

ICU Torch Relay High Endeavor Scholarship -- Global Citizenship quota

(only for applicants for September entry)
Eligibility: (1) Students applying to ICU as their first choice university as First Year “Regular”
or Second Year “Transfer” Students who possess high academic promise and
demonstrate financial need.
(2) Students who apply for the September Entry.
(3) Students who will be staying in Japan with the resident status of “student”
Award amount: Matriculation Fee, as well as Tuition and Facilities Fee for the first and second
term each year for the four years within the minimum period of enrollment at ICU.
Deadline: Application for ICU Torch Relay High Endeavor Scholarship-Global Citizenship
quota must be submitted by the Application Period Deadline for the admissions
process for the September entry.

University of Tomorrow Scholarship -- ASEAN quota

(only for applicants for September Entry)
Eligibility: Applicant must meet all conditions listed below:
(1) Be a student whose nationality is one of the ASEAN member states
(2) Have graduated or be expected to graduate from high school/secondary
educational school (excluding international school) in one of the ASEAN member
states by the time of enrollment at ICU
(3) Show excellent academic performance and be a role model in the communities to
which they belong
(4) Be evaluated by ICU as an outstanding student in the process of English
Language Based Admissions September Entry
(5) Be a student who wishes to enter the College of Liberal Arts, ICU as their first
choice college to seek an undergraduate degree
(6) Be a student who will be staying in Japan with the resident status of “Student”
Award amount: Matriculation Fees, annual Tuition and Facilities Fees, On-Campus Dormitory
Entrance Fee, and annual On-Campus Dormitory Fees (including July and
August) will be exempted for four years within the minimum period of enrollment
at ICU. A monthly stipend of JPY50,000 will be paid.
Deadline: Application for University of Tomorrow Scholarship must be submitted by the
Application Period Deadline for the admissions process.

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 University of Tomorrow Scholarship -- LDCs quota
(only for applicants for the second application period of the September Entry)
Eligibility: Applicant must meet all conditions listed below:
(1) Be a student whose nationality is one of the countries classified as 'Least Developed
Countries' by the United Nations
(2) Have graduated or be expected to graduate from high school/secondary educational
school (excluding international school) in one of the countries classified as 'Least
Developed Countries' by the United Nations
(3) Show excellent academic performance and be a role model in the communities to
which they belong
(4) Be evaluated by ICU as an outstanding student in the process of English Language
Based Admissions September Entry (2nd application period)
(5) Be a student who wishes to enter the College of Liberal Arts, ICU as their first choice
college to seek an undergraduate degree
(6) Be a student who will be staying in Japan with the resident status of “Student”
Award amount: Matriculation Fees, annual Tuition and Facilities Fees, On-Campus Dormitory
Entrance Fee, and annual On-Campus Dormitory Fees (including July and August)
will be exempted for four years within the minimum period of enrollment at ICU. A
monthly stipend of JPY110,000 will be paid.
Deadline: Application for University of Tomorrow Scholarship must be submitted by the
Application Period Deadline for the admissions process. Note that the University of
Tomorrow Scholarship-LDCs Quota is for the applicants for the second application
period for the September Entry only.

More details can be found at [Link]

<The Japan ICU Foundation>
Based in New York City, the Japan ICU Foundation (JICUF) works with ICU to nurture global citizens who
contribute to the well-being of humanity. Currently, JICUF offers the Nelson Ranch Scholarship for Christian
students with US citizenship to attend ICU. For full eligibility requirements for this scholarship, visit
[Link]. Feel free to contact JICUF directly at information@[Link], and follow them on Facebook and
Instagram.

B) Financial support that student can apply after the enrolment at ICU:

1. Support from ICU

ICU Scholarship for After matriculation, international students with high academic
International Students: promise/achievement and serious financial need may apply for
ICU Scholarship for International Students. Application and
screening procedures are carried out every year. Check your
eligibility with the Student Affairs Group.

ICU Torch Relay Scholarship A limited number of students are granted a tuition waiver through
for Current Students: selection based on academic performance and financial need.

ICU Long-Term Loan: The University stands as guarantor for students borrowing up to
the amount of annual tuition from a designated Japanese financial
institutions (up to 5 million yen in total). This loan is for Japanese
Nationals and foreign residents who possess permanent/long-
term resident status.

For more information or questions on ICU Student Financial Aid, contact the Student Affairs Group.

2. Support from other organizations

Aside from financial aid and scholarships provided by ICU, there are public organizations and
private foundations in Japan which offer financial aid to students. Some may accept scholarship
applications before matriculation. For more information, check the websites below.
Japan Student Services Organization’s (JASSO): [Link]
Japan Finance Corporation (JFC): [Link]

Any inquiries about the information found at the above websites must be sent directly to the
relevant organization or foundation.

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 ACCOMMODATION
Students who have been accepted at ICU may utilize the services of the Housing Office, which
handles placement in the campus dormitories. Information on the dormitory application process
and off-campus housing can be found at “ENTRANCE PROCEDURES GUIDE.”

A) On-Campus Dormitories
⚫ Students interested in applying to ICU dormitories should read the website carefully in order to
understand the uniqueness of each dormitory.
⚫ Detailed information about on-campus dormitories can be found at the following website:
[Link]

< Capacity and Fees (AY2024) > In JPY

Dormitory
Occupancy Entrance
Dormitory Sex Capacity Fees
per room Fee*3 (per month)*4
Canada House Male 34 1 or 2*1 32,200
Third Women’s Female 40 2 25,750
Fourth Women’s Female 32 2 31,000
Global House 64 1 52,950
Zelkova House 126 2 51,300
62,000
Ginkgo House 126 2 51,300
Male &
Oak House 126 2 51,300
Female
2
Maple House 128 50,500
1*2
2
Momi House 160 50,500
1*2
The fees shown in the table are subject to change.
*1 Single rooms in Canada House are basically for juniors and seniors.
*2 Single rooms in Maple House and Momi House are basically for seniors.
*3 An entrance fee of 62,000 yen is required when entering the dormitory, besides monthly dormitory fees.
*4 Dormitory fees must be paid each term in one payment. This includes fees for rental bedding, utilities,
and internet access.

B) Homestay
⚫ Living with a Japanese family will enable you to experience Japanese culture, daily life and also
to practice your Japanese language. Information can be found at the website below:
[Link]

C) Off-Campus Housing
⚫ ICU delegates the introduction of off-campus housing such as apartments, students dormitories,
student apartment houses (other than homestays), and share houses to ICU Service Co., Ltd.
⚫ If you are interested in applying for off-campus housing, apply using “Request Form” on the
website of ICU Service. The partner agents should then send you some information.
*ICU Service., Ltd. is a wholly owned subsidiary of ICU.
*NOTE: If you contact the partner real estate agent directly, make sure you identify yourself as a future
ICU student in order to receive ICU students' benefit.

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 APPENDIX:
CONDITIONS FOR ONLINE INTERVIEW
All applicants to have an online interview in the English Language Based Admissions should understand,
and must comply with, the terms and conditions below.

1. Applicants breach examination regulations if any of the application documents or information

presented to ICU are forged, falsified or plagiarized.
2. The following acts can be regarded as misconduct:
A) Having someone other than the applicant present during the online interview.
B) Taking photos, videos, and recordings during the online interview.
C) Uploading information on a computer device or taking memos.
D) Having items other than “Online Interview Voucher” and a mobile/smartphone on the desk or
around the applicant.
E) Using communication device other than the one specified for the online interview with the
exception of when a communication failure occurs.
3. When an applicant commits fraudulence, ICU can implement the following measures.
A) All of the applicant's applications for that admission year will be declared invalid.
(There will be no refund of the application fee or the system operation charge).
B) All of the applicant's admission results for that admission year will be declared invalid.
4. The interviewer may ask the applicant to:
A) Identify themselves.
B) Use the built-in webcam on the computer device (or tablet, smartphone, etc.) to show the
view of the whole room to confirm if the applicant is alone in the room and has no
unauthorized item on the desk or around the applicant other than the “Online Interview
Voucher” and a mobile/smartphone (for emergency use only).
5. ICU will record the online interview, but all the data will be deleted after a certain period.
6. In the following cases, ICU may switch to using a telephone or postpone the online interview. ICU
is not responsible for the inconvenience, extra fees, or other costs that arise from this change.
A) If the online interview cannot be conducted or continued due to technical difficulties with the
device or communication failure.
B) When accidents or other incidents happen for unavoidable reasons.
7. The applicants must contact ICU promptly when the above 6.-A) or 6.-B) situation arises.
Otherwise, ICU cannot confirm the applicant’s intention to take the online interview using
alternative devices, and therefore, the applicant may be disadvantaged in the evaluation. This
may apply to applicants who, for whatever reason, do not enter the Zoom waiting room at the
designated time (notified in Japan Standard Time) or who miss the online interview without prior
notification to ICU.

! NOTE: Read the above “Conditions for Online Interview” carefully. As a part of your online
application process, enter your consent to these conditions as you will be asked to tick the box to
show your agreement when submitting the online application form.

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Giving to ICU
Donations to the Education and Research Fund contribute directly to the improvement of student’s education
and the research environment. Information on how to make a gift to ICU will be sent to students’ guarantors
after matriculation.

Contacts
Admissions Center <In Japanese>
International Christian University 〒181-8585 東京都三鷹市大沢 3-10-2
3-10-2, Osawa, Mitaka, Tokyo 181-8585, JAPAN 国際基督教大学アドミッションズ・センター

Tel: 0422-33-3700 (from abroad, +81-422-33-3700)

Fax: 0422-33-3635 (from abroad, +81-422-33-3635)
E-mail: admissions-center@[Link]
Web: [Link]