Ibaraki Christian University — Organization Profile
Ibaraki Christian University (茨城キリスト教大学), often abbreviated “IC,” is a private university in Hitachi, Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan. The university is part of the Ibaraki Christian Education Community and frames its education around Christian principles, emphasizing character formation, service, and learning shaped by the concept of loving one’s neighbor. In its English-language materials, the school highlights a “Living Together” philosophy that connects faith-informed values with academic study and community engagement.
IC is based in Hitachi City, Ibaraki (Ōmika area) and serves students primarily in Ibaraki Prefecture and the wider Kanto/Tohoku region, while also maintaining an international outlook through exchange relationships and global programming. The campus is part of a larger education community that includes additional affiliated schools and institutes, reflecting a long-term commitment to Christian education in the region.
Academically, Ibaraki Christian University offers undergraduate and graduate study across multiple areas. The university’s English pages describe a comprehensive structure that has expanded over time to include programs in humanities, life sciences, nursing, and business administration, along with graduate school offerings. IC also emphasizes general education and language learning, noting a long-standing priority on English education as part of preparing students for a world where cultures increasingly intersect.
A visible operational distinctive is the way IC connects learning to community needs and service. The university points to student involvement in volunteer work—especially in response to the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake and related disasters—as an example of how its educational ideals translate into action. This service orientation is positioned as an expression of neighborly love and a practical commitment to contributing to local communities.
IC’s international engagement is supported through its University Center for International Understanding and ongoing exchange efforts. The university notes a long-running mutual student exchange relationship with Oklahoma Christian University and describes study abroad and inbound international student opportunities as part of its broader educational approach. These initiatives align with IC’s emphasis on both local rootedness and global awareness.
People can engage with Ibaraki Christian University through admissions pathways and campus visit opportunities, through public programs and regional collaboration, and through giving to support scholarships and campus priorities. The broader Ibaraki Christian Education Community also maintains a donation platform that allows supporters to contribute toward initiatives such as student scholarships, global education support, and campus facilities and environmental stewardship.
Key Links
- Website (JP): https://www.icc.ac.jp/
- Website (English): https://www.icc.ac.jp/english/
- President’s Message: https://www.icc.ac.jp/about/president/index.html
- Educational Philosophy (English hub): https://www.icc.ac.jp/english/
- Academic Programs (English): https://www.icc.ac.jp/english/programs.html
- International Programs: https://www.icc.ac.jp/english/exchange.html
- Contact (University): https://www.icc.ac.jp/contact.html
- Giving (Ibaraki Christian Education Community): https://www.icc.ac.jp/donation/
- How to Donate: https://www.icc.ac.jp/donation/donation_methods.html
Contact Information
- Email: c4******@****ac.jp
- Phone: 0294-52-3215
- Phone: 0294-54-3212
- Phone: 0120-56-1890
- Mailing address: 6-11-1 Omika-cho, Hitachi, Ibaraki 319-1295, Japan
Socials
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ic_univ/
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ICnyushi/videos
Leadership
- 東海林 宏司 (Hiroshi Shoji) — President (学長)
