academic credentialism; overemphasis on educational background
Refers to the excessive belief in the importance of one's academic background or credentials, often in social or employment contexts.
It is said that academic credentialism is still deeply rooted in Japan.
I'm amazed at his over-belief in academic credentials.
学歴 refers to one's academic background itself, while 学歴信仰 is the excessive belief in its importance.
学歴社会 describes a society where academic background heavily influences one's opportunities, whereas 学歴信仰 is the mindset or belief system that overvalues it.
Compound of 学歴 (academic background) and 信仰 (belief, faith).