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Bachelor of Arts in Cinema & Media Arts (College of Art - Nichigei)

Japan's most famous private art school (Nichigei) undergraduate program in film directing, cinematography, screenwriting, and animation production.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: High school completion diploma.
English language proficiency: JLPT N1 required for Japanese-medium film critique and scriptwriting.
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required; artistic practical exam and storyboard screening.
Thesis / Research statement: Creative cinematic portfolio or short film submission.
Recommendation letters: One referee.

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Nichigei Alumni Foundation Creative Grants
Application fee: ¥35,000
Tuition / joining costs: ¥1,750,000 per academic year

Dates and verification

Application deadline: February 15, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Nihon University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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