Scholarships Before Enrollment| APU Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University

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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 Scholarship
AP House Global Community Scholarship

APU Tuition Reduction Scholarship

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

Nationality: Thailand
College: College of Asia Pacific Studies

Recipient 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

Recipient 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

Recipient 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 be eligible to receive this scholarship must obtain a Japanese Student residence status constituted by Japanese law (Immigration Control and Refugee Recognition Act) before enrolling at APU. Applicants who will obtain a Japanese Student Residence Status before enrolling at APU are eligible to apply for the APU Tuition Reduction Scholarship at the time of application to APU. The APU Tuition Reduction Scholarship will be revoked if you are not able to receive a Student status of residence by the time of enrollment to APU. 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 within the online application system. Applicants who apply earlier have a greater chance at receiving the APU Tuition Reduction Scholarship.
Evaluation: An overall evaluation of all submitted documents, video-recorded 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.
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: A review of academic performance will be conducted each semester to determine whether or not recipients qualify for the renewal of receiving the APU Tuition Reduction Scholarship. Reception of the scholarship can be maintained up to four years of studying if the review of each semester was passed successfully. However, if a scholarship recipient became subject to punishment or in case inappropriate behavior was found, reception of the APU Tuition Reduction Scholarship may be revoked.

First Year Students Tuition Reduction Scholarships

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

Transfer Students Tuition Reduction Scholarships

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

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 to 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 have 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: Applicants who wish to apply for the AP House Global Community Scholarship must complete the relevant fields within the online application system by the application deadline. Questions regarding information such as household income and expenditures will be displayed for those who indicate their desire to apply for this scholarship, and each fields must be completed and your application submitted by the deadline below. If you are unable to complete your application by the following deadline, you will not be considered for this scholarship.
Tips: You have to be careful of the deadline for this scholarship.
Deadline: 【April 2025 Enrollment】September 18, 2024^*
【September 2025 Enrollment】December 4, 2024
^*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: Evaluation for the AP House Global Community Scholarship is conducted based on application information, submitted documents (including questions regarding your family’s annual income), video-recorded interview performance, and the online assessment. The results will be released together with the final application results.
Other Information: Recipients of the scholarship are required to reside in AP House for 11 months and must agree to the pledge. Details on this will be provided to successful applicants. In addition, students awarded the AP House Global Community Scholarship are required to act as model students during their time at AP House. The scholarship will be terminated in cases of inappropriate behavior unbefitting of an exemplary student.

AP House Entrance Fee (Expenses Other than AP House Rent)

	Regular Fees (Both April and September Enrollment)	Amount to be Paid by AP House Global Community Scholarship Recipients
Moving-in Fee	Regular Fees (Both April and September Enrollment):32,000 JPY	Amount to be Paid by AP House Global Community Scholarship Recipients:32,000 JPY
Security Deposit	Regular Fees (Both April and September Enrollment):98,000 JPY	AAmount to be Paid by AP House Global Community Scholarship Recipients:98,000 JPY
*Rent^(2 months)**	Regular Fees (Both April and September Enrollment):104,000 JPY	Amount to be Paid by AP House Global Community Scholarship Recipients:0 JPY
Total	Regular Fees (Both April and September Enrollment):234,000 JPY	Amount to be Paid by AP House Global Community Scholarship Recipients:130,000 JPY

AP House Fees After Enrollment (April Enrollment)

	Regular Fees (April Enrollment)	Amount to be Paid by AP House Global Community Scholarship Recipients
Rent^*	Regular Fees (April Enrollment):AP House 5: 52,000 JPY x 9 months AP House 1 & 2: 50,000 JPY x 9 months	Amount to be Paid by AP House Global Community Scholarship Recipients:0 JPY
Total (for 9 months)^**	Regular Fees (April Enrollment):AP House 5: 468,000 JPY AP House 1 & 2: 450,000 JPY	Amount to be Paid by AP House Global Community Scholarship Recipients:0 JPY

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

^**The payment will be for 9 months as the rent for 2 months would have been already paid previously.

AP House Fees After Enrollment (September Enrollment)

	Regular Fees (September Enrollment)	Amount to be Paid by AP House Global Community Scholarship Recipients
Rent^*	Regular Fees (September Enrollment):AP House 5: 52,000 JPY x 9.5 months AP House 1 & 2: 50,000 JPY x 9.5 months	Amount to be Paid by AP House Global Community Scholarship Recipients:0 JPY
Total (for 9.5 months)^**	Regular Fees (September Enrollment):AP House 5: 494,000 JPY AP House 1 & 2: 475,000 JPY	Amount to be Paid by AP House Global Community Scholarship Recipients:0 JPY

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

^**The payment will be for 9.5 months as the rent for 2 months would have been already paid previously.

FAQ

How can I receive the Tuition Reduction Scholarship?

This scholarship is based on a number of factors including, but not limited to, past academic performance, language ability, extracurricular activities, personal achievements, economic factors, application documents, their online assessment, and video-recorded interview. A review of academic performance and other criteria will be conducted each semester to determine whether or not recipients qualify for the renewal of the APU Tuition Reduction Scholarship.

Does APU offer any scholarships to cover living expenses?

To cover on-campus housing costs, applicants may apply for the AP House Global Community Scholarship if they submit their application by the housing selection deadline listed in the application handbook for their country or region.

Does APU provide any loans or grants?

APU does not have a loan or grant program, but you may apply for a number of different scholarships after enrollment. You are also encouraged to apply for private scholarships in your home country.