Scholarship Description:

With a diverse array of 18 academic departments participating in this initiative, students should have the opportunity to select a department aligning with their interests and background, advancing their research, broadening their knowledge, and conducting in-depth, extended research. No proficiency in Japanese is required for this program, as lectures and seminars are conducted in English. Eligible international students, even those with limited or no Japanese language skills, are welcome to join Tokyo Tech’s Master’s, Doctoral, or Integrated Doctoral Education Program and pursue advanced studies in Japan. Nonetheless, students are offered the chance to attend regular Japanese language classes to better acclimate to daily life in Japan.

Scholarships at Tokyo Institute of Technology

JASSO Scholarships:

International applicants who enroll at Tokyo Tech have the opportunity to apply for the “Reservation Program for Monbukagakusho Honors Scholarship for Privately-Financed International Students by Pre-arrival Admission” offered by the Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO).

This scholarship provides a monthly stipend of JPY 48,000, subject to JASSO’s specified changes. The scholarship covers the period from April 2024 to March 2025 (12 months). It’s important to note that applicants selected for this scholarship are still required to pay enrollment and tuition fees. Applicants cannot concurrently apply for this scholarship if they are granted another scholarship that prohibits multiple awards.

Qualification criteria for the JASSO Scholarship are as follows:

1. Applicants should not already be receiving a scholarship that can’t be combined with others.

2. Applicants must have the “Student” status of residence upon arriving in Japan.

3. The allowance (excluding fees) received by the applicant should not exceed an average of 90,000 yen per month.

4. If the applicant has a financial supporter in Japan, their annual income must be less than 5 million yen.

5. The applicant’s Japanese or English proficiency must meet specified levels: Japanese JLPT Level 1 or 2, EJU Over 200 in Japanese subjects, English Over B2 level in CEFR (e.g., TOEFL iBT over 72, IELTS over 5.5, TOEIC L&R over 785).

6. Applicants must reside overseas (not in Japan) when applying for the International Graduate Program.

ADB-JSP (Fall intake only):

ADB offers scholarships for Master’s Program students, covering one year initially with the possibility of extending to the second year based on Tokyo Tech’s performance evaluation. The maximum duration of the scholarship is two years. It’s advisable to review the eligibility criteria, including the prerequisite of having a minimum of two (2) years of full-time professional work experience (post-graduation) when applying. The scholarship encompasses a monthly stipend of JPY 147,000, a book allowance of JPY 100,000 annually, a thesis allowance of JPY 50,000 per year, travel expenses, medical insurance, and more. ADB-JSP scholarship recipients are exempt from admission and tuition fees. Scholarship details may change without notice. Applicants must submit required documents via the online application system along with their application for IGP(C). Application document templates can be found on the program’s website. (Successful applicants will be requested to provide original income certificates upon the selection announcement.)

Degree Level:

International Graduate Program for International Students, Study in Japan. is available to undertake Masters, PhD level programs at Tokyo Institute of Technology.

Available Subjects:

Following subject are available to study under this scholarship program.

• All Subjects

Scholarship Benefits:

Students admitted to master’s and doctoral programs are required to pay the following fees.

Students admitted to master’s and doctoral programs are required to pay the following fees.

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Eligible Nationalities:

This scholarship is open to international students of all nationalities. 

Eligibility Criteria:

Applicants need to fulfill the following prerequisites to qualify for the International Graduate Scholarship in Japan:

1. Successful completion of 16 years of education (Master’s Degree) outside of Japan or an impending degree completion before the enrollment date.

2. Open to international students from any country with diplomatic ties to Japan.

3. Birth date should fall on or after April 2, 1987.

4. Applicants are expected to choose the academic field they studied at their prior institution or a related field.

5. For Master’s Degree applications, candidates should hold a Bachelor’s Degree.

6. For PhD Degree applications, completion of a Master’s Degree is required.

7. If the applicant’s native language isn’t English, they can provide an English Proficiency Certificate from their previous university, which exempts them from the Language Test requirement.

Application Procedure:

To initiate the application process for the International Graduate Scholarship 2023-24 in Japan, candidates should adhere to the following instructions:

1. Initiate communication with a prospective Supervisor by sending your CV and any necessary documents. Obtain an Acceptance letter confirming your inclusion in their laboratory.

2. Forward the Acceptance Letter to the Admission Office. They will subsequently supply you with a link to access the Online Application.

3. Assemble all the documents listed in the requirements.

4. Access the Online Application Form and complete all sections comprehensively. Submit the required documents as part of the application process.