OpenFieldKYOBI Master Artisan International Talent Scholarship
Tuition discount scholarship awarded to international students demonstrating outstanding artistic portfolios in architecture, sculpture, or fine crafts.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Completed 12 years of formal schooling with strong artistic background
- English language proficiency
- JLPT N2 or higher (or EJU Japanese >= 220)
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Creative visual portfolio of 10-15 works (drawings, architectural models, or craft pieces)
- Recommendation letters
- One artistic or academic recommendation
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- ¥300,000 to ¥600,000 annual tuition reduction
- Application fee
- ¥20,000 entrance examination fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- Approx. ¥1,580,000 per academic year (including studio materials)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 20, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Kyoto Arts and Crafts University (KYOBI) documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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