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175 scholarships
Academy of Korean Studies (AKS) Fellowship for International Scholars
— Monthly stipend (₩2,000,000) + round-trip airfare + accommodation — Deadline: September 30
Academy of Korean Studies (AKS), South Korea
Asan Foundation Scholarship
— Full tuition + living expenses — Deadline: Varies by university/program
Asan Foundation, South Korea
Canon Foundation Research Fellowships
— €22,500 to €27,500/year — Deadline: September 15
Canon Foundation in Europe
Chung-Ang University International Student Scholarship
— 30% to 100% tuition waiver — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Chung-Ang University
Chuo University Scholarship for International Students
— 20% to 100% tuition reduction — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Chuo University
Daewoong Foundation Scholarship
— ₩2,000,000/semester (approx. ₩4,000,000/year) — Deadline: Varies by semester
Daewoong Foundation, South Korea
Doshisha University International Student Scholarship
— 20% to 100% tuition reduction — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Doshisha University
East Asia Institute (EAI) Fellowship for Young Scholars
— Monthly stipend (₩1,500,000-₩2,000,000) + research support — Deadline: October 31
East Asia Institute (EAI), South Korea
Ehime University International Student Scholarship
— Varies, up to full tuition waiver + monthly stipend (for some) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Ehime University
GS Caltex Scholarship
— Full tuition + monthly stipend — Deadline: Varies by university/program
GS Caltex, South Korea
Global 30 Undergraduate Program Scholarships (various universities)
— Varies, up to full tuition waiver + stipend — Deadline: Varies by university
Various Japanese Universities (e.g., Nagoya, Hokkaido, Tohoku, Osaka, Kyushu)
Hanwha Scholarship Program
— Full tuition + monthly stipend — Deadline: Varies by university/program
Hanwha Group, South Korea
Hitotsubashi University International Student Scholarship
— ¥50,000 - ¥100,000/month — Deadline: Varies by department
Hitotsubashi University
Hitotsubashi University MEXT Scholarship (University Recommendation)
— Full tuition + ¥143,000/month — Deadline: Varies by department
Hitotsubashi University (in conjunction with MEXT)
Hokkaido University MEXT Scholarship (University Recommendation)
— Full tuition + ¥143,000/month — Deadline: Varies by department
Hokkaido University (in conjunction with MEXT)
Honjo International Scholarship Foundation
— ¥150,000-¥200,000/month — Deadline: October 31
Honjo International Scholarship Foundation
Inha University International Student Scholarship
— 30% to 100% tuition waiver — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Inha University
International Christian University (ICU) International Student Scholarship
— 20% to 100% tuition reduction — Deadline: Varies by admission period
International Christian University (ICU)
JASSO Scholarship for Privately Financed International Students (Reservation Program)
— ¥48,000/month — Deadline: Varies by university
Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO)
JET Program (Japan Exchange and Teaching Program)
— ¥2.8-¥3.6 million/year salary — Deadline: November 20
Government of Japan (MEXT, MOFA, MOJ, CLAIR)
JSPS Summer Program
— ¥200,000/month + round-trip airfare + research support — Deadline: Varies by nominating authority
Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS)
Japan Foundation Japanese-Language Training Program for Specialists
— Monthly stipend + tuition + travel — Deadline: December 1
Japan Foundation
Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) Honors Scholarship
— ¥48,000/month (undergraduate) / ¥48,000/month (graduate) — Deadline: Varies by university
Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO)
Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) Short-Term Study in Japan Scholarship
— ¥80,000/month — Deadline: Varies by university
Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO)
Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) Support for International Students with Excellent Grades
— ¥48,000/month — Deadline: Varies by university
Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO)
Japan-IMF Scholarship Program for East Asia (JISP-EA)
— Full tuition + living expenses + travel + medical insurance — Deadline: December 15
International Monetary Fund (IMF) and Government of Japan
Jeonbuk National University International Student Scholarship
— 30% to 100% tuition waiver — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Jeonbuk National University
Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program (JJ/WBGSP)
— Full tuition + living expenses + travel + health insurance — Deadline: May 27
World Bank
Kanazawa University International Student Scholarship
— Varies, up to full tuition waiver + monthly stipend (for some) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Kanazawa University
Kanazawa University MEXT Scholarship (University Recommendation)
— Full tuition + ¥143,000/month — Deadline: Varies by department
Kanazawa University (in conjunction with MEXT)
Kobe University International Student Scholarship
— Varies, up to full tuition waiver + monthly stipend (for some) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Kobe University
Konkuk University International Student Scholarship
— 30% to 100% tuition waiver — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Konkuk University
Kyoto University of Advanced Science (KUAS) Scholarship
— 30% to 100% tuition reduction + living expenses (for some) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Kyoto University of Advanced Science (KUAS)
LG Global Scholarship
— Full tuition + living expenses + internship opportunities — Deadline: Varies by university/program
LG Corporation, South Korea
Nagasaki University International Student Scholarship
— Varies, up to full tuition waiver + monthly stipend (for some) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Nagasaki University
Nagoya University G30 International Programs Scholarship
— Up to full tuition waiver + monthly stipend (for some) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Nagoya University (Global 30 Program)
Nagoya University MEXT Scholarship (University Recommendation)
— Full tuition + ¥143,000/month — Deadline: Varies by department
Nagoya University (in conjunction with MEXT)
Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) PhD Program
— Full tuition + ¥2.4 million/year stipend + relocation support — Deadline: November 15 (Fall intake), April 15 (Spring intake)
Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST)
POSCO TJ Park Foundation Scholarship for Asian Students
— Full tuition + living expenses (₩1,000,000/month) + Korean language training — Deadline: September 30
POSCO TJ Park Foundation, South Korea
Pusan National University (PNU) International Student Scholarship
— 25% to 100% tuition waiver — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Pusan National University
RIKEN International Program Associate (IPA) Program
— ¥200,000/month stipend + research expenses + housing support — Deadline: May 20
RIKEN, Japan
Sasakawa Scientific Research Grant
— ¥500,000 to ¥1,000,000 (research grant) — Deadline: October 31
The Japan Science Society (Sasakawa Scientific Research Grant)
Sejong University International Student Scholarship
— 30% to 100% tuition waiver — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Sejong University
The Caux Round Table Japan Scholarship
— ¥100,000/month — Deadline: November 30
The Caux Round Table Japan
Tokyo Institute of Technology (Tokyo Tech) MEXT Scholarship (University Recommendation)
— Full tuition + ¥143,000/month — Deadline: Varies by department
Tokyo Institute of Technology (in conjunction with MEXT)
Waseda University Summer Session Scholarship
— Partial tuition waiver (up to 50%) — Deadline: April 30
Waseda University
KAIST Graduate School Scholarship for International Students
— Full tuition + monthly stipend (₩500,000) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)
KAIST International Student Scholarship
— Full tuition + ₩350,000/month (undergraduate) / ₩500,000/month (graduate) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)
Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) Global IT Fellowship
— Full tuition + monthly stipend (₩500,000) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
KAIST
Yonsei University Global Leader Scholarship
— Full tuition + living expenses (approx. ₩500,000/month) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Yonsei University
Yonsei University Graduate School Scholarship for International Students
— 25% to 100% tuition waiver + living expenses (for some) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Yonsei University
Yonsei University International Student Scholarship
— 25% to 100% tuition waiver + living expenses (for some) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Yonsei University
Ritsumeikan University Scholarship for International Students
— 20% to 100% tuition reduction — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Ritsumeikan University
Global Leader Fellowship (GLF) at Seoul National University
— Full tuition + ₩1,500,000/month — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Seoul National University
SNU President Fellowship
— Full tuition + monthly stipend (₩1,500,000-₩2,000,000) + airfare + health insurance — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Seoul National University
Seoul National University (SNU) GKS Scholarship
— Full tuition + ₩900,000/month — Deadline: Varies by program
Seoul National University (in conjunction with NIIED)
Seoul National University Graduate School Scholarship for International Students
— Full tuition + monthly stipend (for some) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Seoul National University
Seoul National University International Summer Program (ISP) Scholarship
— Partial tuition waiver (up to 50%) — Deadline: April 30 (2026 - check for 2027 updates)
Seoul National University
Kumamoto University International Student Scholarship
— Varies, up to full tuition waiver + monthly stipend (for some) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Kumamoto University
Kumamoto University MEXT Scholarship (University Recommendation)
— Full tuition + ¥143,000/month — Deadline: Varies by department (2026 - check for 2027 updates)
Kumamoto University (in conjunction with MEXT)
Korea University Graduate School Scholarship for International Students
— 30% to 100% tuition waiver — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Korea University
Korea University International Student Scholarship (Type A)
— 100% tuition waiver for 4 semesters — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Korea University
Handong Global University International Student Scholarship
— 25% to 100% tuition waiver + dormitory fees (for some) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Handong Global University
Chungbuk National University International Student Scholarship
— 30% to 100% tuition waiver — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Chungbuk National University
Chonnam National University International Student Scholarship
— 30% to 100% tuition waiver — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Chonnam National University
POSTECH Global Ph.D. Fellowship
— Full tuition + monthly stipend (₩1,000,000) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH)
POSTECH Graduate School Scholarship for International Students
— Full tuition + monthly stipend (₩300,000-₩600,000) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH)
POSTECH International Student Scholarship
— Full tuition + ₩300,000-₩600,000/month — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH)
POSTECH International Summer Program Scholarship
— Partial tuition waiver (up to 50%) — Deadline: April 30 (2026 - check for 2027 updates)
POSTECH
Kyushu University Global 30 International Programs Scholarship
— Up to full tuition waiver + monthly stipend (for some) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Kyushu University (Global 30 Program)
KAIST International Summer School Scholarship
— Partial tuition waiver (up to 50%) — Deadline: April 30 (2026 - check for 2027 updates)
KAIST
Korea University International Summer Campus (ISC) Scholarships
— Partial tuition waiver (up to 50%) — Deadline: April 30 (2026 - check for 2027 updates)
Korea University
Yonsei University International Summer School (ISS) Scholarship
— Partial tuition waiver (up to 50%) — Deadline: April 30 (2026 - check for 2027 updates)
Yonsei University
Yonsei University Underwood International College (UIC) Scholarship
— 25% to 100% tuition waiver + living expenses (for some) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Yonsei University
Japan Foundation for UNU (JFUNU) Scholarship
— Full tuition + monthly stipend (¥120,000) — Deadline: Varies by UNU-IAS admission
United Nations University (UNU)
United Nations University (UNU) PhD Fellowship
— Full tuition + monthly stipend (¥120,000) + travel — Deadline: Varies by UNU-IAS admission
United Nations University (UNU)
Sogang University International Student Scholarship
— 30% to 100% tuition waiver — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Sogang University
ADB-Japan Scholarship Program (ADB-JSP)
— Full tuition + living expenses + travel + health insurance — Deadline: Varies by institution
Asian Development Bank (ADB)
National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST) Postdoctoral Fellowship
— ¥200,000/month stipend + research funds + travel — Deadline: Varies by research unit
National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST), Japan
Ajou University International Student Scholarship
— 30% to 100% tuition waiver — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Ajou University
Busan University of Foreign Studies (BUFS) International Student Scholarship
— 30% to 100% tuition waiver — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Busan University of Foreign Studies (BUFS)
Chiba University International Student Scholarship
— Varies, up to full tuition waiver + monthly stipend (for some) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Chiba University
CJ Scholarship Foundation
— ₩3,000,000-₩5,000,000/semester (approx. ₩6,000,000-₩10,000,000/year) — Deadline: Varies by semester
CJ Scholarship Foundation, South Korea
DGIST International Student Scholarship
— Full tuition + monthly stipend (₩300,000-₩600,000) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
Dongguk University International Student Scholarship
— 30% to 100% tuition waiver — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Dongguk University
Doosan Yonkang Foundation Scholarship
— Tuition fees covered — Deadline: Varies by university
Doosan Yonkang Foundation, South Korea
Ewha Womans University International Student Scholarship (Ewha Global Partnership Program)
— Full tuition + living expenses + airfare — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Ewha Womans University
Gakushuin University International Student Scholarship
— 30% to 50% tuition reduction — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Gakushuin University
Gifu University International Student Scholarship
— Varies, up to full tuition waiver + monthly stipend (for some) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Gifu University
GIST International Student Scholarship
— Full tuition + monthly stipend (₩300,000-₩600,000) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology (GIST)
Hokkaido University Modern Japanese Studies Program Scholarship
— Varies, up to full tuition waiver + monthly stipend (for some) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Hokkaido University
Gyeongsang National University International Student Scholarship
— 30% to 100% tuition waiver — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Gyeongsang National University
Hanyang University International Student Scholarship
— 50% to 100% tuition waiver — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Hanyang University
Hiroshima University International Student Scholarship
— Varies, up to full tuition waiver + monthly stipend (for some) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Hiroshima University
Hiroshima University MEXT Scholarship (University Recommendation)
— Full tuition + ¥143,000/month — Deadline: Varies by department
Hiroshima University (in conjunction with MEXT)
Hitachi Scholarship for Graduate Students
— Full tuition + ¥150,000/month stipend + travel — Deadline: October 31
Hitachi Global Foundation
Keio University Summer Program Scholarship
— Partial tuition waiver (up to 50%) — Deadline: April 30 (2026 - check for 2027 updates)
Keio University
Japan-IMF Scholarship Program for Asia (JISP)
— Full tuition + living expenses + travel + medical insurance — Deadline: December 15
International Monetary Fund (IMF) and Government of Japan
Kyushu University MEXT Scholarship (University Recommendation)
— Full tuition + ¥143,000/month — Deadline: Varies by department (2026 - check for 2027 updates)
Kyushu University (in conjunction with MEXT)
Ito Foundation for International Education Exchange
— ¥180,000/month — Deadline: November 30 (2026 - check for 2027 updates)
Ito Foundation for International Education Exchange
The Ito Foundation for International Education Exchange Scholarship (Undergraduate)
— ¥120,000/month — Deadline: November 30 (2026 - check for 2027 updates)
Ito Foundation for International Education Exchange
International University of Japan (IUJ) Scholarship
— Varies, up to full tuition + living expenses — Deadline: Varies by admission period
International University of Japan (IUJ)
Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (JAIST) Scholarship
— Full tuition waiver + monthly stipend (¥80,000) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (JAIST)
Japan Foundation for Cancer Research (JFCR) International Fellowship
— ¥200,000/month + research expenses — Deadline: November 30
Japan Foundation for Cancer Research (JFCR)
JSPS Postdoctoral Fellowship for Research in Japan (Standard)
— ¥362,000/month + research grant + airfare — Deadline: Varies by nominating authority
Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS)
Kagawa University International Student Scholarship
— Varies, up to full tuition waiver + monthly stipend (for some) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Kagawa University
Kangwon National University International Student Scholarship
— 30% to 100% tuition waiver — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Kangwon National University
Kansai University Scholarship for International Students
— 20% to 100% tuition reduction — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Kansai University
Kansai Gaidai University Asian Studies Program Scholarship
— 50% tuition reduction for one semester/year — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Kansai Gaidai University
The Kao Foundation for Arts and Sciences Scholarship
— ¥100,000/month — Deadline: October 31
The Kao Foundation for Arts and Sciences
KDI School of Public Policy and Management Scholarship
— Full tuition + monthly stipend (₩1,000,000) + airfare (for some) — Deadline: October 20
KDI School of Public Policy and Management, South Korea
Keidanren Global Internship Program
— Monthly stipend + accommodation + travel — Deadline: Varies by university
Keidanren (Japan Business Federation)
Keio University Global Leadership Program Scholarship
— Full tuition + monthly stipend (for some) — Deadline: Varies by faculty/program
Keio University
Keio University Global Scholarship for International Students
— ¥400,000 to ¥1,000,000/year — Deadline: Varies by faculty/program
Keio University
Keio University Graduate School Scholarship for International Students
— ¥400,000 to ¥1,000,000/year — Deadline: Varies by faculty/program
Keio University
KF Global Challengers Program
— ₩2,500,000/month stipend + travel — Deadline: August 31
The Korea Foundation
The Korea Foundation for International Exchange (KF) Scholarship
— Monthly stipend (₩1,000,000-₩1,500,000) + research allowance + airfare — Deadline: August 31
The Korea Foundation
Korean Foundation for Advanced Studies (KFAS) International Scholar Program
— Full tuition + living expenses (₩1,500,000/month) + research allowance — Deadline: August 31
Korean Foundation for Advanced Studies (KFAS)
Kyung Hee University International Student Scholarship
— 30% to 100% tuition waiver — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Kyung Hee University
Kyoto Institute of Technology (KIT) International Student Scholarship
— Varies, tuition reduction or stipend — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Kyoto Institute of Technology (KIT)
Kochi University International Student Scholarship
— Varies, up to full tuition waiver + monthly stipend (for some) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Kochi University
Kwansei Gakuin University International Student Scholarship
— 20% to 100% tuition reduction — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Kwansei Gakuin University
Kyoto University Graduate School Scholarship for International Students
— ¥48,000/month (JASSO) or other university scholarships — Deadline: Varies by department/faculty
Kyoto University
Kyoto University International Scholarship Program
— ¥48,000/month — Deadline: Varies by department/faculty
Kyoto University
Kyoto University International Summer Program (KISP) Scholarship
— Partial tuition waiver (up to 50%) — Deadline: April 30 (2026 - check for 2027 updates)
Kyoto University
Kyoto University International Undergraduate Program Scholarship
— Varies, partial tuition waiver or JASSO stipend — Deadline: Varies by program
Kyoto University
Lotte Scholarship Foundation
— ₩6,000,000 - ₩10,000,000/year (tuition support) — Deadline: Varies by semester
Lotte Scholarship Foundation, South Korea
Matsumae International Foundation Research Fellowship
— ¥220,000/month + travel + insurance — Deadline: August 31 (2026 - check for 2027 updates)
Matsumae International Foundation
Meiji University International Student Scholarship
— 30% to 100% tuition waiver — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Meiji University
Mitsubishi Corporation International Scholarship
— ¥150,000/month — Deadline: Varies by university
Mitsubishi Corporation
Nara Institute of Science and Technology (NAIST) Scholarship
— Full tuition waiver + monthly stipend (¥80,000) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Nara Institute of Science and Technology (NAIST)
Nanzan University Scholarship for International Students
— 50% tuition reduction — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Nanzan University
Niigata University International Student Scholarship
— Varies, up to full tuition waiver + monthly stipend (for some) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Niigata University
The Nippon Foundation Fellowship for Asian Public Intellectuals
— Monthly stipend + research grant + travel — Deadline: Varies by country/partner institution
The Nippon Foundation
Nitori International Scholarship Foundation
— ¥100,000-¥150,000/month — Deadline: October 31
Nitori International Scholarship Foundation
Global Ph.D. Fellowship (GPF) Program, South Korea
— ₩2,500,000/month (for 3 years) + research expenses — Deadline: Varies by university (2026 - check for 2027 updates)
Ministry of Education, South Korea
Korean Research Fellowship (KRF) for Postdoctoral Researchers
— ₩4,000,000/month (stipend) + research expenses + settlement allowance — Deadline: May 31
National Research Foundation of Korea (NRF)
Okayama University International Student Scholarship
— Varies, up to full tuition waiver + monthly stipend (for some) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Okayama University
Okayama University MEXT Scholarship (University Recommendation)
— Full tuition + ¥143,000/month — Deadline: Varies by department
Okayama University (in conjunction with MEXT)
Okayama University for the Future of Asia (O-FAP) Scholarship
— Full tuition waiver + monthly stipend (¥80,000) — Deadline: Varies by program
Okayama University
Osaka University International Programs Scholarship
— Up to full tuition waiver + monthly stipend (for some) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Osaka University
Osaka University MEXT Scholarship (University Recommendation)
— Full tuition + ¥143,000/month — Deadline: Varies by department
Osaka University (in conjunction with MEXT)
Rotary Yoneyama Scholarship for International Students
— ¥100,000-¥140,000/month (undergraduate/graduate) — Deadline: October 31
Rotary Yoneyama Memorial Foundation
Ryukoku University International Student Scholarship
— 30% to 50% tuition reduction — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Ryukoku University
Saga University International Student Scholarship
— Varies, up to full tuition waiver + monthly stipend (for some) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Saga University
Samsung Scholarship Program
— Full tuition + living expenses + research expenses — Deadline: Varies by university/program
Samsung Scholarship Foundation, South Korea
The Sato Yo International Scholarship Foundation
— ¥150,000/month — Deadline: October 31
The Sato Yo International Scholarship Foundation
Shimane University International Student Scholarship
— Varies, up to full tuition waiver + monthly stipend (for some) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Shimane University
Shinshu University International Student Scholarship
— Varies, up to full tuition waiver + monthly stipend (for some) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Shinshu University
SK hynix Scholarship Program
— Full tuition + monthly stipend — Deadline: Varies by university/program
SK hynix, South Korea
Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU) International Student Scholarship
— 50% to 100% tuition waiver + living expenses (for some) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Sungkyunkwan University
Sokendai (The Graduate University for Advanced Studies) Scholarship
— Full tuition waiver + monthly stipend (¥80,000-¥140,000) — Deadline: Varies by department
Sokendai (The Graduate University for Advanced Studies)
Sophia University Scholarship for International Students
— 30% to 100% tuition waiver — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Sophia University
MEXT Scholarship (Research Students)
— ¥143,000/month — Deadline: Varies by embassy/consulate
Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), Japan
MEXT Scholarship (Undergraduate Students)
— ¥117,000/month — Deadline: Varies by embassy/consulate
Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), Japan
Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) - Graduate Degrees
— Full tuition + ₩900,000/month — Deadline: Varies by embassy/university track (2026 - check for 2027 updates)
National Institute for International Education (NIIED), South Korea
Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) - Undergraduate Degrees
— Full tuition + ₩800,000/month — Deadline: Varies by embassy track (2026 - check for 2027 updates)
National Institute for International Education (NIIED), South Korea
Korean Government Support Program for Foreign Exchange Students (Global Korea Scholarship)
— ₩500,000/month + round-trip airfare + settlement allowance — Deadline: Varies by university (2026 - check for 2027 updates)
NIIED, South Korea
Takayama International Education Foundation Scholarship
— ¥100,000/month — Deadline: October 31
Takayama International Education Foundation
Tokyo International University (TIU) Scholarship for International Students
— 30% to 100% tuition reduction — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Tokyo International University
Tohoku University Future Global Leadership (FGL) Program Scholarship
— Up to full tuition waiver + monthly stipend (for some) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Tohoku University
Tohoku University MEXT Scholarship (University Recommendation)
— Full tuition + ¥143,000/month — Deadline: Varies by department
Tohoku University (in conjunction with MEXT)
Tokushima University International Student Scholarship
— Varies, up to full tuition waiver + monthly stipend (for some) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Tokushima University
The Tokyo Foundation for Policy Research (Synergy Program)
— Varies, research expenses up to ¥1,000,000 — Deadline: October 31
The Tokyo Foundation for Policy Research
Toshiba International Foundation (TIFO) Grants for Research
— Varies, up to ¥2,000,000 (project grant) — Deadline: October 31
Toshiba International Foundation (TIFO)
University of Tsukuba International Student Scholarship
— Varies, up to full tuition waiver + monthly stipend (for some) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
University of Tsukuba
Tokyo University of Foreign Studies (TUFS) Scholarship for International Students
— ¥48,000/month (JASSO) or other university scholarships — Deadline: Varies by program/scholarship
Tokyo University of Foreign Studies (TUFS)
University of Tokyo MEXT Scholarship (University Recommendation)
— Full tuition + ¥143,000/month — Deadline: Varies by department
University of Tokyo (in conjunction with MEXT)
UNIST International Student Scholarship
— Full tuition + monthly stipend (₩300,000-₩600,000) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST)
Waseda University Global Leadership Fellows Program
— Full tuition + monthly stipend (¥100,000-¥150,000) — Deadline: Varies by program/admission period
Waseda University
Waseda University Graduate School Scholarship for International Students
— ¥200,000 to ¥1,000,000/year — Deadline: Varies by program/admission period
Waseda University
Waseda University Scholarship for International Students
— ¥200,000 to ¥1,000,000/year — Deadline: Varies by program/admission period
Waseda University
Japan-World Bank Partnership Program (JSDF)
— Varies, project-based — Deadline: Varies by project
Japan Social Development Fund (JSDF) and World Bank
Yamaguchi University International Student Scholarship
— Varies, up to full tuition waiver + monthly stipend (for some) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Yamaguchi University
Yokohama National University International Student Scholarship
— Varies, up to full tuition waiver + monthly stipend (for some) — Deadline: Varies by admission period
Yokohama National University