The Kyushu University Privately-Funded Scholarships connect international students with a wide range of scholarships offered by private foundations, organizations, and companies across Japan. These opportunities provide financial support for undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students enrolled or about to enroll at Kyushu University, one of Japan’s leading research institutions.
Application periods differ by foundation — generally between August and December 2025, depending on the sponsoring organization.
The Privately-Funded Scholarships Program at Kyushu University facilitates financial aid opportunities for international students by collaborating with multiple Japanese foundations. These scholarships recognize academic excellence, leadership potential, and dedication to intercultural understanding while easing the financial challenges of studying in Japan.
Applications can be made through:
On-Campus Recommendation: Kyushu University reviews and nominates top-performing students to external foundations.
Direct Application: Students apply directly to the foundation of their choice.
All academic disciplines offered at Kyushu University are eligible, including:
Science and Engineering
Humanities and Social Sciences
Medicine and Health Sciences
Agriculture, Law, Education, and Interdisciplinary Studies
Fully Funded or Partially Funded, depending on the foundation and funding source.
Applicants must:
Be international students currently enrolled or accepted into an undergraduate, master’s, or doctoral program at Kyushu University.
Demonstrate excellent academic performance and good conduct.
Show financial need.
Meet any additional requirements specified by individual foundations (e.g., age limit, field specialization, or Japanese language proficiency).
1. On-Campus Recommendation:
Kyushu University conducts an internal evaluation and nominates top candidates to scholarship foundations.
2. Direct Application:
Students may independently apply to foundations through their official websites or Kyushu University’s scholarship listings.
Selection is typically based on:
Academic merit and research potential
Financial need
Contribution to campus and intercultural activities
Leadership and community engagement
Open to all international students from any country enrolled or planning to enroll at Kyushu University.
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Benefits vary by foundation but may include:
Monthly stipend: ¥50,000 – ¥230,000
Full or partial tuition fee coverage
Housing or relocation assistance
Research and travel grants
Special allowances for minority or high-achieving students
Most awards last one year, with the possibility of renewal for multi-year programs (Master’s or Doctoral) based on performance and funding availability.
Download the most recent application form (updated September 3, 2025) from Kyushu University’s scholarship portal.
Prepare the required documents:
Application form
Academic transcript
Letter of recommendation
Short essay in Japanese (if required)
Submit the complete application to the International Student Exchange Division of Kyushu University.
Shortlisted applicants will be nominated by the university to external foundations.
Visit the Kyushu University International Student Scholarships webpage.
Identify open scholarship opportunities.
Apply directly to the chosen foundation before its stated deadline.
For current scholarship listings and detailed instructions, visit the Kyushu University International Student Scholarships page.