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国際スノーボード＆スケートボード専門学校( Professional Training College )

Whether you're a top athlete or just starting out in board sports, your potential will expand here!

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Basic information

Postal code 949-2219
Street address 新潟県妙高市原通76
Contact phone number 0120-707-630
FAX 0255-81-3130
Website https://jwsc-snow.com/
E-mail jwsc@nsg.gr.jp
Special Selection for International Students Nothing
Total foreign student enrolled 3 people
Foreign international students enrolled by country of origin

1 person in China

Philippines 1 person

Sri Lanka 1 person

Entrance Examination

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Application Distribution Period At any time
Applying Directly from Overseas Yes
Visiting Japan for the Examination No need
Guarantor Request inquiry
Submit Japanese Language School Attendance Ratio Necessary
全学科
Application Distribution Period At any time
Applying Directly from Overseas Yes
Visiting Japan for the Examination No need
Guarantor Request inquiry
Submit Japanese Language School Attendance Ratio Necessary

Basic information

Enrollment month April

Test overview

Japanese Proficiency Test Required (inquiries required)
Test subject Document review,interview,Other （）

Exam schedule

Application period 2026/08/01 ～ 2027/03/26
test day 2026/10/03
Application period 2026/09/15 ～ 2027/03/26
test day 2026/10/03
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Tuition

Application fee

20,000円

The application fee is waived for AO (Admissions Office) entrance exams.
First Year Payments (Admission Fee)

70,000円

First Year Payments (Tuition)

340,000円 ～ 850,000円

The amount varies depending on the department
First Year Payments (Other Fees)

790,000円 ～ 880,000円

The Board Sports Business Department, Board Sports, and Sports Data University Department vary depending on the courses chosen.
First Year Payments (Total Fees)

870,000円 ～ 1,800,000円

[Amount payable before application of Tuition Exemption System] Board Sports Business/University course and Sports Data University course require separate fees for concurrent university enrollment.
Payment of Tuition in Installments

Request inquiry
Tuition Exemption System

Yes

The AO scholarship program may allow students to receive up to a full exemption from the entrance fee and first year tuition fees (selection is based on an interview).
Scholarship Program

Nothing

Other

Student dormitory

Yes

Student dormitory fee reduction/exemption system available (selection by interview)
The cost of sending brochures

free

School characteristics

The only Professional Training College in Japan specializing in board sports
【 School characteristics 】
● The only Professional Training College in Japan specializing in board sports
● Has produced 5 Olympians and 62 professional riders.
● Seven ski resorts within 30 minutes of the school, and the largest school-owned indoor skate park in Japan
● Take the same curriculum as Japanese students, and receive more than 735 hours of practical training per year.
● Classes are small, so even if you are unsure of your Japanese language ability, we can provide individual support.
● We provide thorough support to each student through a dual teacher system consisting of a grade teacher and a subject teacher.
● There is a student dormitory on the school grounds, and a dormitory manager is on-site 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, so you can rest assured

【International Student Support System, etc】
● By using the AO admission system, Application fee of 20,000 yen will be waived and only document screening will be conducted.
● The AO scholarship system may allow students to receive up to a full exemption from the entrance fee and first year tuition fees (selection is based on an interview).
● Student dormitory fee reduction/exemption system available (selection by interview)
● Perfect attendance award for students with 100% attendance rate
● Support for visa application and renewal procedures
● Employment support

[Graduate Voice]
◎Name: Junda Wang ◎Country of birth: China
◎Employer: Swallow Trading Co., Ltd.
I'm in charge of sales and trade-related work. My professor provided me with dedicated support during my job search. I encourage you to cherish what you "like" and think about what you want to do in the future. I hope that through your studies at JWSC, you will seize your dreams and happiness.

[Teacher's Voice]
◎Name: Ryan Wallace ◎Country of Origin: USA ◎Department: Academic Affairs Department
In recent years, Japan has risen to the top level in snowboarding and skateboarding. At the heart of this progress is the JWSC, which provides an ideal environment for students to grow in the world of board sports, dedicate themselves to competition, and build their networks. Learn about board sports at JWSC and aim for a career in the industry.

Traffic access

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<By car> Take the Joshinetsu Expressway, exit at Myoko-Kogen IC and head towards Joetsu for about 15 minutes.
<If using public transportation> We offer free shuttle service from JR Joetsu-Myoko Station.

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