Japan Study Support Scholarship 2025 (Study in Japan)
International students are invited to apply for the Japan Study Support Scholarship 2025 to pursue their studies in Japan. The scholarship provides financial assistance to undergraduate, master’s, and PhD candidates aiming to study abroad. This opportunity is specifically tailored for students who interact with Japanese institutions via the Japan Study Support (JPSS) platform.
Benesse Corporation and the Asian Students Cultural Association jointly offer the scholarship. By easing financial burdens, the program allows students to focus more on their education and cultural immersion experiences while studying in Japan.
Scholarship Details
- Host Universities: Various Japanese Universities
- Degree Levels: Undergraduate, Master's, and Doctoral programs
- Scholarship Coverage: Funded
- Eligible Nationalities: Open to all countries
- Award Country: Japan
- Application Deadlines:
- Spring Enrollment: May 31, 2025
- Fall Enrollment: October 31, 2025
Financial Coverage
The Japan Study Support Scholarship 2025 offers the following benefits:
- Financial assistance to help cover living and tuition expenses
- Enhanced opportunities through the JPSS Scouting Function
- Direct connections with Japanese universities
- Access to a wider academic and international student network in Japan
Scholarship Amounts:
- One award of 500,000 JPY
- Two awards of 100,000 JPY each
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Must be enrolled or accepted into an undergraduate or graduate program at a Japanese university starting in Spring (April/May) or Fall (September–November) of 2024
- (Note: Students in short-term programs or Japanese language-only programs are not eligible.)
- Must have a registered account (MY PAGE) on the Japan Study Support (JPSS) platform
- Must have received a university offer through the JPSS Scout Function
- Must be able to conduct interviews in English or Japanese
- Must not have a Japanese bank account under their name
- Must not hold Japanese nationality
Documents Required
- Completed Online Application Form
- A short self-introduction video (up to 30 seconds)
- An essay (in Japanese or English) explaining your future goals and reasons for studying in Japan
- Updated CV or Resume
How to Apply
To apply for the Japan Study Support Scholarship 2025:
- Create and complete a MY PAGE account on the Japan Study Support (JPSS) platform.
- Fill in your profile information and use the scouting function to receive university offers.
- Once you receive an offer, proceed to the scholarship application section.
- Submit all required documents, including your essay and introduction video.
- Ensure that all provided information is accurate and complete.
Final Note
The Japan Study Support Scholarship is an excellent opportunity for international students looking to study in Japan with financial support and strong academic connections. Early applications are highly recommended to maximize the chances of success.
