OpenFieldKyoto Arts International Emerging Creator Scholarship
Merit-based scholarship awarded to the most outstanding international applicants submitting exceptional creative portfolios in fine art, design, or manga.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Artistic portfolio consisting of 10 to 15 original artworks.
- English language proficiency
- JLPT N2 or English B2.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Artist statement (800 words) detailing creative philosophy.
- Recommendation letters
- Two letters of recommendation from art instructors or curators.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- ¥600,000 annual tuition fee reduction plus Ultra Factory fabrication studio grant
- Application fee
- ¥20,000
- Tuition / joining costs
- ¥1,450,000 per academic year
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 31, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Kyoto University of the Arts documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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