International Scholarship ยท Japan

Nagoya University International Scholarships

Financial support options for international students at Nagoya University including Japanese Government Monbukagakusho Scholarships, JASSO Honors Scholarships, and local public or private organization grants.

Check Official WebsiteTypically opens: September (Monbukagakusho) / April (JASSO Honors)Official Portal โ†’

Quick Facts

Status

Funding

Full / Partial

Deadline

Varies by scholarship type and school office

Country

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About the Nagoya University International Scholarships

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Nagoya University provides multiple funding avenues for international students through government programs, institutional support, and external organizations. A significant portion of international students at the university are independently financed and rely on these scholarship channels for financial assistance during their studies.

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The Japanese Government Monbukagakusho Scholarship offers monthly stipends ranging from 117,000 yen for undergraduate students up to 145,000 yen for doctoral course students, with a special rate of 242,000 yen for Young Leaders Program students. An additional regional stipend of 3,000 yen per month is provided for students studying in Nagoya city.

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The Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) administers Honors Scholarships, known as Gakushu Shoreihi, providing 48,000 yen per month for both undergraduate and graduate or research students for a period of one year. Students must demonstrate academic and personal achievement and submit grade point averages calculated using official methodologies.

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Independently financed students can also apply for scholarships from local public and private organizations. These application procedures are generally conducted through Nagoya University, and because available slots are limited, applications are typically restricted to students enrolled in degree programs.

Eligible Levels

UndergraduateMaster'sPhDResearch StudentsTeacher Training StudentsJapanese Language / Japanese Study Students

Eligible Fields

All fields available in undergraduate and graduate programs at Nagoya University
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Why Choose This Scholarship?

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Study in Japan's fourth largest city without Tokyo prices or Kyoto crowds

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Access to multiple funding sources including government, JASSO, and private organization grants

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Opportunities for scholarship tenure extension when proceeding to higher degrees

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Comprehensive institutional support systems for international students

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What the Scholarship Covers

Undergraduate Japanese Government monthly stipend: 117,000 yen
Research, Teacher Training, and Non-degree students monthly stipend: 143,000 yen
Master's course monthly stipend: 144,000 yen
Doctoral course monthly stipend: 145,000 yen
Young Leaders Program students monthly stipend: 242,000 yen
Nagoya city designated area additional monthly stipend: 3,000 yen
JASSO Honors Scholarship monthly stipend: 48,000 yen for undergraduate and graduate or research students
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Eligibility Requirements

4 requirements

Must be enrolled in or intending to enroll in a graduate degree program or entering the fourth year (sixth year for medicine) of an undergraduate degree for Monbukagakusho scholarships
Must meet the minimum grade point average requirement set by Monbukagakusho or JASSO, calculated according to their respective methodologies
Must register as an independently financed student to be eligible for JASSO Honors Scholarships and local public or private organization grants
Must be enrolled in degree programs for most local public and private organization scholarships due to limited availability
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Documents Checklist

2 documents required

1Grade point average calculation according to Monbukagakusho or JASSO methodology
2Enrollment confirmation form signed at the beginning of each month
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How to Apply - Step by Step

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Check the bulletin board of your specific school daily for scholarship postings and announcements.

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Confirm application process, eligibility, and GPA calculation details with the office of your school.

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Submit required documents and grade point averages through the office of your school.

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For scholarship extensions, submit applications through your school office during September and October of your final year.

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Application Timeline

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September

Monbukagakusho Application Period

Scholarships available from the following April onwards

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End of April

JASSO Honors Scholarship Application Period

Requires previous fiscal year GPA

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September - October

Scholarship Extension Application Period

For undergraduate and research students proceeding to a higher degree in the following year

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Insider Tips & Pro Tips

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Check the bulletin board of your specific school daily because scholarship information is posted directly there.

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Consult your academic advisor regarding academic plans and entrance examination schedules if you are a research student seeking an extension.

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Calculate your grade point average strictly according to Monbukagakusho or JASSO methodologies before applying.

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Sign the monthly enrollment confirmation form at your school office to ensure timely stipend disbursement.

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Contact the office of your school directly to confirm exact deadlines and school-specific application processes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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International students can apply for Japanese Government Monbukagakusho Scholarships, JASSO Honors Scholarships, and local public or private organization grants.

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The JASSO Honors Scholarship provides 48,000 yen per month for both undergraduate and graduate or research students.

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The application period takes place in September for scholarships available from the following April onwards.

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Yes, undergraduate and research students who wish to proceed to a higher degree can apply for an extension through their school office in September and October of their final year, subject to meeting GPA and academic requirements.

Check the Official Website

This scholarship typically opens around September (Monbukagakusho) / April (JASSO Honors). Confirm the current cycle and deadline on the official portal.

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