International students at the University of Tsukuba have several exciting scholarship opportunities for 2025. These scholarships, offered by different foundations, do not require a recommendation from the university president, allowing you to apply directly to the scholarship foundations. Here’s a roundup of available scholarships, their deadlines, and important details.
Make sure to check each opportunity carefully as some scholarships require Japanese language proficiency, and the application guidelines are in Japanese language.
1# Nitori International Scholarship Foundation 2025 (First Half)
- Deadline: November 7, 2024 (1 p.m.)
- Apply: Directly to the foundation.
- Japanese Language Proficiency: JLPT N3 or higher.
- Note: If accepted, you cannot apply for other university recommendation scholarships in 2025.
- More Information (in Japanese)
2# INOAC International Education and Scholarship Foundation (Type A)
- Deadline: October 20, 2024 (11 p.m.)
- Apply: Directly via the foundation’s online portal.
- Note: Part of the recommendation form must be completed by the Division of Student Exchange. Email them by October 15, 2024.
- Important: Accepted students cannot apply for other university recommendation scholarships in 2025.
3# Frances & Sachio Semmoto Foundation (Spring 2025)
- Application Period: October 7, 2024, to December 9, 2024.
- Apply: Directly to the foundation.
- Japanese Language Proficiency: JLPT N2 or higher.
- Note: No other university recommendation scholarships can be applied for during the payment period.
- Official Website (in Japanese)
4# ITO Foundation for International Education Exchange (2025)
- Application Period: October 1 to October 31, 2024.
- Apply: Directly to the foundation.
- Japanese Language Proficiency: Required.
- Note: Accepted students cannot apply for any other university recommendation scholarships in 2025.
- More Information (in Japanese)
5# Toshizo Watanabe International Scholarship (2025)
- Target Audience: Refugees and displaced persons.
- Application Period: October 28, 2024, to January 6, 2025.
- Apply: Directly via Pathways Japan.
- Note: Online info sessions will be held in English.
- Japanese Language Proficiency: Required.
6# Honjo International Scholarship Foundation (Spring 2025)
- Application Period: September 2 to October 31, 2024.
- Apply: Via the online application system.
- Japanese Language Proficiency: Required.
- Note: You cannot apply for other university recommendation scholarships in 2025.
7# RAITO-KOGYO Scholarship for Vietnamese Students (2025)
- Deadline: October 23, 2024.
- Apply: Directly via post.
- Japanese Language Proficiency: JLPT N3 or higher.
- Note: No other university recommendation scholarships in 2025.
8# Teijin Scholarship Foundation Kumura (2026)
- Deadline: September 10, 2024 (5 p.m.)
- Submission: Division of Student Exchange (1A101).
- Application Guide (in Japanese)
- Note: If selected, you cannot be chosen for a university recommendation scholarship.
9# Uehara Memorial Foundation (2024-2025)
- Deadline: August 26, 2024 (5 p.m.)
- Submission: Division of Student Exchange (1A101).
- Application: Supervisor must apply on behalf of the student.
10# TAKAKU Foundation (2025)
- Application Period: November 1 to 30, 2024.
- Apply: Directly by post.
- Japanese Language Proficiency: JLPT N1 or higher.
- Note: Accepted students cannot apply for other university recommendation scholarships in 2025.
11# Yoneyama Rotary Memorial Foundation Scholarship (2025)
- Deadline: September 2, 2024 (5 p.m.)
- Submission: Division of Student Exchange (1A101).
- Note: University screening includes an interview.
12# Atsumi International Foundation (2025)
- Application Period: September 2 to 30, 2024.
- Apply: Directly to the foundation.
- Japanese Language Proficiency: High proficiency required.
- More Information (in Japanese).