Graduate School Admissions
Scholarship for Foreign Students Studying in Japanese Graduate School (Honjo Scholarship)
Honjo Scholarship
To apply for Honjo Scholarship, the applicant must apply to both APU and directly to the scholarship organization.
The scholarship is available for all accepted applicants, both admitted and enrolled.
About the Scholarship
The Honjo Scholarship is open to international students who study or plan to study in APU's Graduate School for doctoral or master’s degree. Applications can be submitted from abroad as long as the applicant is accepted into APU's Graduate School. All nationalities and research fields are welcome. Applicants may directly apply to the foundation without pre-selection by APU.
Eligibility Requirements
- 1.Not have a Japanese citizenship
- 2.Must be currently an admitted applicant or in the process of applying to APU (both master’s and doctoral degree)
- 3.Conversational Japanese language proficiency
- 4.Master's applicants must start the master's program by the age of 30 / Doctoral applicants must start the doctoral program by the age of 35
- 5.Must have a strong will to serve in your country as part of your future career plan
- 6.Must have a deep understanding of international friendship & goodwill, attend the events organized by the Foundation, and take part in the network as an alumni member
For details regarding eligibility requirements, please review the application guidelines on the scholarship organization website.
Award
The scholarship will be provided every month throughout the minimum period required to acquire the degree.
The amount of scholarship depends based on the duration of the studies (amounts subject to change):
- 210,000 JPY per month for 1–2 years
- 190,000 JPY per month for 3 years
Application and Selection Process
- 1. Submit your application to APU by September 16, 2024
- 2. Apply directly to the scholarship organization
Application for April 2025 enrollment:
The 2025 scholarship application guidelines have not yet been announced, so there may be changes to the scholarship conditions. Please ensure to check the details on the scholarship organization's website.
