Applications are currently being accepted for the Rotary Yoneyama Scholarship for Overseas Candidates 2027/28. Intersted applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About Rotary Yoneyama Scholarship for Overseas Candidates
This scholarship offers financial support to both master’s and doctoral program applicants, helping them to cover living expenses and travel costs. The Rotary Yoneyama Scholarship aims to attract talented individuals committed to contributing to the global community through their academic pursuits by providing substantial financial aid and a pathway to study in Japan.
The Rotary Yoneyama Scholarship focuses on promoting international understanding and friendship. It supports students who demonstrate strong academic potential and a passion for cultural exchange. If you meet the eligibility criteria and are eager to begin a new academic journey in Japan, this scholarship can be a significant stepping stone toward achieving your goals.
Benefits of Rotary Yoneyama Scholarship for Overseas Candidates
The benefits of the scholarships are as follows:
- Monthly Stipend:
- Master’s students: 140,000 JPY per month
- Doctoral students: 140,000 JPY per month
- Travel Expenses: Reimbursement of up to 250,000 JPY for economy air travel and other travel-related expenses after arrival in Japan.
Rotary Yoneyama Scholarship for Overseas Candidates Requirements
In case you do not meet the requirements 1 and 2 at the time of application, you may apply for the scholarship on condition that the requirements will be met by the time you arrive in Japan.
- Must not hold Japanese nationality (dual nationality holders included)
- Must obtain a student visa to enter Japan for the purpose of study
- Residing outside Japan until the start of the program
- Have not resided in Japan for longer than 31 days in total. If the stay exceeded 31 days, it was due to a family situation (only applicable if applicant had not completed compulsory education at the time), or the applicant was residing in Japan under the Rotary Youth Exchange high school program.
- Japanese language proficiency at least equivalent to JLPT N4 or above
- Born after April 2, 1982
Application Date and Process
- Register Online: Begin by registering with the APU online application system, to submit your application.
- Submit APU Application: Complete and submit your application to APU by the specified deadline.
- Direct Application to Scholarship Organization: Apply directly to the Rotary Yoneyama Memorial Foundation in October 2025, ensuring you submit all required documents.
- Receive APU Results: Await the announcement of APU admissions results and the issuance of the Letter of Recommendation.
- Final Submission: Submit the Letter of Recommendation and any additional documents to the Rotary Yoneyama Memorial Foundation.
Application Deadline
06 October, 2026
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