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Scholarships Before Enrollment

If you want to change the world,
APU wants to help.

At Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU) , 94% of international students receive scholarships, including 100% tuition reduction and their monthly rent of AP House waived. As a result, more than 20,000 students from 166 countries and regions have completed their studies at APU. You can apply for both scholarships during the online application process.

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APU Scholarships
for International Undergraduate Students

APU Tuition Reduction Scholarships

APU Tuition Reduction Scholarships are offered in percentages of 30%, 50%, 65%, 80% and 100%, and cover the least amount of academic credits needed to graduate within the standard period of time. These scholarships are made available by the financial contributions of domestic and international companies and individuals, together with the Japanese Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), to support the ideals of APU, with the purpose of helping to reduce the financial burden for outstanding international students of lesser financial means.

Interview

JANTATUM SURATCHAI
KAMPENI KHAMA ELSIE
WONG Ah Sui Akina
JANTATUM SURATCHAI
  • Nationality: Thailand
  • College: College of Asia Pacific Studies
Recepient of 100% APU Tuition Reduction Scholarship

Regarding the scholarship I received from APU, it plays a main role in helping me financially, which made it possible for me to study at APU without any concern about the financial issues that I might have in paying the tuition and living expenses, enabling me to focus on academic life even more. Additionally, it became my motivation to study hard every day to be suitable for the scholarship from the first day I knew about it and further became one of the main factors that pushed me to pursue my dream of finding new knowledge both academically and in life, along with seeking a unique experience and culture in this new place called Japan.

KAMPENI KHAMA ELSIE
  • Nationality: Malawi
  • College: College of International Management
Recepient of 100% APU Tuition Reduction Scholarship

As the economy world over was and still is hard hit by COVID-19, among many other happenings, it was really daunting for me when it came to applying to universities not fully knowing how my family would be able to afford the fees involved. Getting admitted to and receiving the tuition reduction scholarship at Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University was and remains a great blessing. Currently in my second year, I have had the opportunity to learn another language, experience not only the Japanese culture, but also many others; learn from great professors while in such a unique and culturally diverse community. It is such a dream come true. I will forever be sincerely grateful for it.

WONG Ah Sui Akina
  • Nationality: Mauritius
  • College: College of International Management
Recepient of 100% APU Tuition Reduction Scholarship

I would like to thank Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University for awarding me with the APU Tuition Reduction Scholarship Award for the cohort of Fall 2020. I grew up in a household where neither my grandparents nor parents attended university. Nonetheless, it was assumed, from the start, that I would be the first in the family to attend higher education, which is, moreover, overseas. Thus, this opportunity was all the more meaningful to them and me in fulfilling this expectation and desire. Through this scholarship, I was able to pursue my studies through and despite the challenges of the pandemic. I feel that with the scholarship, I am able to confidently explore the range of opportunities available at APU; from taking APS subjects that interest me, to joining the American Sign Language club, volunteering at an animal shelter, and taking part in the overseas student exchange program, a long time dream.

How to get this scholarship?

Eligibility

Applicants who will obtain a Japanese status of residence (visa status) of student before enrolling at APU are eligible to apply for the APU Tuition reduction Scholarship at the time of application to APU. If you are not able to receive a status of residence of student by the time of enrollment to APU, the APU Tuition Reduction Scholarship will be revoked. The scholarship will also be revoked if you change to a status of residence other than student while studying at APU.

How to Apply

You can apply for the APU Tuition Reduction Scholarship through the online application system. Applicants who apply earlier have a greater chance. When applying for the APU Tuition Reduction Scholarship, you will have to provide additional details on family income (within the online application system).

Evaluation

An overall evaluation of all submitted documents, interview performance, and the online assessment will be conducted for both the undergraduate application and scholarship application. The scholarship results will be released together with the final application results. Also, applicants who apply earlier have a greater chance at receiving the APU Tuition Reduction Scholarship.

Tips

We advise that you keep the mission of APU in mind. Our mission is to contribute to freedom, peace, humanity, international mutual understanding, and the future shape of the Asia Pacific region. With this as our base, we are working towards our 2030 vision to provide an education to those who want to change the world.

Other Information

Students awarded with these scholarships are expected to maintain a good academic record, serve as role models for other students, and complete all tasks assigned to them. In the case of inappropriate behavior unbefitting of a scholarship recipient, the scholarship will be revoked. A review of academic performance and other criteria will be conducted each semester to determine whether or not recipients qualify for renewal of this scholarship.

First Year Students Tuition Reduction Scholarships

Tuition Reduction Annual Scholarship Amount Annual Tuition Borne by Student
30%
390,000 JPY
910,000 JPY
50%
650,000 JPY
650,000 JPY
65%
845,000 JPY
455,000 JPY
80%
1,040,000 JPY
260,000 JPY
100%
1,300,000 JPY
0 JPY

Transfer Students Tuition Reduction Scholarships

Tuition Reduction Annual Scholarship Amount Annual Tuition Borne by Student
30%
450,000 JPY
1,050,000 JPY
50%
750,000 JPY
750,000 JPY
65%
975,000 JPY
525,000 JPY
80%
1,200,000 JPY
300,000 JPY
100%
1,500,000 JPY
0 JPY

*Note that tuition amount may be subject to change. In addition, the tuition for the first year of study is different from the tuition for the second through fourth years of study.

AP House Global Community Scholarship

The AP House Global Community Scholarship exempts recipients from the full AP House Fees for a total of 11 months. APU would like to support applicants who have a strong will to enter APU, but face difficulties in attending classes due to the economic impacts of COVID 19, by providing a temporary AP House Global Community Scholarship. One of the main points of consideration for the selection process is whether recipients will become exemplary house residents and take advantage of the multicultural environment.
APU will continue to support those students who understand and embody the APU 2030 Vision and Challenge Design well. You can check here for detailed information about our on-campus housing, AP House.

Interview

CUDJOE DEBORAH
Rin Takamura
CUDJOE DEBORAH
  • Nationality: Ghana
  • College: College of International Management

As an international student learning in Japan, Beppu to be precise, living in AP House has been a great experience. I have been able make new friends, learn Japanese by applying them in the conversations I have with my mates,etc. There is also a socio-cultural environment, where you will be able to interact with other people and even build a forever connection with other people. As a new student, living in AP House is super convenient and welcoming. You get to go to the library at night to study and attend classes close by. Living in AP House will also prepare you to live in Beppu and its environment. This is because, the school helps with all the registration processes and helps you with documents so you know what to do when you move out. Also, some basic language that you will learn that is actually going to save your life when shopping, at the bank etc. There has been several experiences in AP house but I would say, I really loved the House Event held on each floor. It was a great experience to meet all my floor members and eat with them. Our RAs had us play games where each member won gifts such as books, pens, bus tickets, food, etc. We also got the chance to take cute pictures in groups and made memories. Through this house event, I have made myself a Japanese name; わたなべさん。

Rin Takamura
  • Nationality: Japan
  • College: College of Asia Pacific Studies

The reason I recommend AP House is that you will be able to experience the culture of many different countries. In AP House, the kitchen, shower room, and washing machine are all shared. My favorite part is the kitchen. In the kitchen, there is a space to eat together, so you can share your meals with other international students. I believe that I have been able to make friends with many international students because of the shared kitchen. So far, I have enjoyed many cuisines from different countries. For example, “the real” Indian curry cooked by a friend from India, tomato pasta from Italy, chicken adobo, which is the comfort food from the Philippines, and Myanmar-style fried noodles. Cooking with a friend from an international student not only allows you to become friends with that them but also to enjoy food from many different countries! I believe that food is an important way to strengthen bonds with people regardless of nationality. Please enjoy the cuisine of different countries when you join APU!

How to get this scholarship?

Eligibility

First year international applicants

How to Apply

You can apply for the AP House Global Community Scholarship within the online application system, under the Tuition Reduction Scholarship section. Please ensure to answer all of the additional questions regarding family income.

Tips

You have to be careful of the deadline for this scholarship.

Deadline

【April 2024 Enrollment】September 20, 2023*
【September 2024 Enrollment】December 20, 2023
*If you reside in a country where the final application deadline is before this date, you will need to submit your application by your country's deadline

Evaluation

An overall evaluation of all submitted documents (including questions related to your family’s annual income), interview performance, and the online assessment will be conducted for both the undergraduate application and the AP House Global Community Scholarship application. The AP House Global Community Scholarship results will be released together with the final application results.

Other Information

Selected students are required to reside in AP House for 11 months and must agree to the pledge once accepted. Details on this will be provided to successful applicants. In addition, students awarded with the AP House Global Community Scholarship are required to act as model students during their on-campus housing life. The exemption will be terminated in case of inappropriate behavior unbefitting of an exemplary student.

AP House Entrance Fee

Regular Fees AP House Global Community Scholarship
Moving-in Fee
32,000 JPY
32,000 JPY
Security Deposit
98,000 JPY
98,000 JPY
Rent*(2 months)
104,000 JPY
0 JPY
Total
234,000 JPY
130,000 JPY

AP House Fees (monthly housing fees)

Regular Fees AP House Global Community Scholarship
Rent*(9 months)
AP House 5: 52,000 JPY x 9 months
AP House 1 & 2: 50,000 JPY x 9 months
0 JPY
Total
AP House 5: 468,000 JPY
AP House 1 & 2: 450,000 JPY
0 JPY

*Rent includes common service fees, utilities, internet connection, bedding rental, etc.

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