Applications are now open for the International University of Japan (IUJ) Scholarship 2026 for students willing to pursue Master’s and PhD degree programmes at the university.
The IUJ Scholarship is a fully funded opportunity that covers tuition fees, accommodation, admission-related costs, travel support, and an annual stipend of $11,500 to assist with living expenses throughout the study period.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: Japan
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Master’s Scholarships | PhD Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | $11,500 Annual Stipend | Travel Costs
- IELTS Requirement: No IELTS Required
- Deadline: April 15, 2026
Scholarship Details
The International University of Japan Scholarship 2026 is officially open to successful Master’s and PhD applicantsadmitted into IUJ degree programmes. The university offers a wide range of scholarship opportunities aimed at supporting academically outstanding and financially deserving students.
Scholarship matching is conducted on a competitive basis during the admissions process and is aligned with the objectives of IUJ, its partner organizations, companies, and foundations. Awards may be granted directly by IUJ, through nominations, or via independent scholarship applications that support participation in the IUJ academic community.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the International University of Japan Scholarship, applicants must:
- Be new to IUJ and enrolling as an international student
- Demonstrate active participation in community engagement and show interest in understanding Japanese society
- Exhibit leadership potential and a commitment to contributing to the international community after graduation
- Possess excellent academic performance, with priority given to candidates in financial need
Scholarship Benefits
Scholarship benefits vary depending on eligibility and availability. Available awards include:
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines Scholarship
- Designed specifically for African students
- Covers full tuition and admission fees
- Monthly stipend of approximately ¥150,000
Asian Development Bank – Japan Scholarship Program (ADB-JSP)
- Full tuition coverage
- Monthly stipend
- Airfare support
- Accommodation and living allowances
Nakayama Scholarship Series
- Merit-based awards covering 30%–100% tuition
- Premium categories include stipend support
MEXT (Japanese Government Scholarship)
- Fully funded government scholarship
- Covers tuition, living allowance, and airfare
Required Documents
To apply for the IUJ Scholarship 2026, applicants must prepare to submit:
- Completed application form
- Academic transcripts
- Recommendation letters
- Photocopy of passport photo page
How to Apply
To apply for the International University of Japan (IUJ) Scholarship 2026:
- Read the IUJ Scholarship guidelines carefully
- Start the online application process
- In Phase 2 of the online application, complete the scholarship application section
- Submit the scholarship application alongside your admissions application
- Scholarship decisions are made in conjunction with admissions outcomes
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