Scholarships in Japan

Explore 3 financial aid opportunities, grants, and scholarships available for international students planning to study in Japan.

JASSO Honors Scholarship for Privately-Financed International Students

Monthly Stipend
Value: ¥48,000 per month (Undergraduate/Graduate)
Deadline: Set by the University (Usually Spring)

Provides a monthly stipend to privately financed international students exhibiting excellent academic and character records.

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Rotary Yoneyama Memorial Foundation Scholarship

Monthly Stipend
Value: ¥100,000 (Undergrad) to ¥140,000 (Graduate) per month
Deadline: Usually October (for the following April)

One of the largest private scholarships in Japan, supporting international students committed to fostering international peace.

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MEXT Scholarship (Embassy Recommendation)

Fully Funded
Value: Full tuition + ¥117,000 to ¥145,000 per month + Round-trip airfare
Deadline: Varies by Embassy (Typically May/June)

A highly prestigious, fully funded scholarship by the Japanese Government covering 100% of tuition, airfare, and a monthly living stipend.

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