Applications are currently being accepted for the Nishimura Foundation International Scholarship 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About Nishimura Foundation International Scholarship
Nishimura Scholarship is a targeted program supporting Indonesian Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB) alumni to pursue graduate studies in Japan starting April 2027. The scholarship provides a monthly stipend, an arrival allowance, and support for Master’s and PhD candidates who secure a prospective Japanese supervisor.
The scholarship is offered by the Nishimura Foundation and is available to eligible ITB graduates who meet academic, supervisor, and nationality requirements. Applicants must obtain a supervisor’s Letter of Acceptance and apply to one of the participating Japanese universities.
Benefits of Nishimura Foundation International Scholarship
- The scholarship provides JPY 130,000 per month to successful recipients.
- The support period is: Master’s: Up to 2 years; PhD: Up to 3 years.
- The stipend is paid every three months.
- Scholars may receive a one-time JPY 150,000 arrival allowance after arriving in Japan.
- The provided information does not confirm tuition fee coverage.
Nishimura Foundation International Scholarship Requirements
- Be an Indonesian citizen.
- Be an alumnus or alumna of Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB).
- Plan to begin a Master’s or PhD program in April 2027.
- Apply to one of the participating Japanese universities.
- Have a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.00.
- PhD applicants should generally have a Master’s GPA of at least 3.50.
- Have a prospective academic supervisor at the Japanese university.
- Obtain a Letter of Acceptance (LoA) from the prospective supervisor.
- Demonstrate financial need for living expenses in Japan.
- Be willing to learn Japanese or already have Japanese-language ability.
- Demonstrate an interest in Japanese society and culture.
- Show an interest in strengthening relations between Indonesia and Japan.
- Plan to study on campus in Japan rather than online.
Application Date and Process
- Step 1: Confirm Your Eligibility
- Step 2: Select an Eligible Japanese University
- Step 3: Find a Prospective Supervisor
- Step 4: Contact the Supervisor
- Step 5: Obtain the Supervisor’s LoA
- Step 6: Prepare Your Research Proposal
- Step 7: Collect Academic and Recommendation Documents
- Step 8: Complete the Scholarship Application
- Step 9: Submit Before December 5, 2026
Application Deadline
05 December, 2026
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