If you’re dreaming of studying in Japan, the Japan Study Support Scholarship 2025 could be your gateway. Designed specifically for international students pursuing undergraduate or graduate studies, this scholarship provides financial assistance while also fostering meaningful academic and cultural connections.
Backed by Benesse Corporation in collaboration with the Asian Students Cultural Association, the JPSS initiative empowers students who actively engage with Japanese universities through the JPSS platform.
Why Choose JPSS Scholarship?
This scholarship goes beyond financial support. It creates valuable networks between international students and Japanese academic institutions through the JPSS platform. It particularly favors students who utilize the JPSS Scouting Function—a feature that allows universities to scout potential applicants directly.
Japan Study Support Scholarship 2025 Details
- Host Country: Japan
- Institutions: Recognized Japanese universities
- Degree Levels: Bachelor’s and Graduate (Master’s/Doctoral)
- Funding Type: Partially Funded (One-time award)
- Eligible Nationalities: Open to students of all nationalities
- Application Deadlines:
- Spring Intake: May 31, 2025
- Fall Intake: October 31, 2025
Financial Support Offered
- One Grand Prize: 500,000 JPY
- Two Secondary Prizes: 100,000 JPY each
- The funding helps cover tuition fees and living expenses during your academic stay in Japan.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for the Japan Study Support Scholarship 2025, applicants must:
- Be enrolled (or have confirmation of enrollment) in a degree program at a Japanese university for either the spring or fall intake of 2025.
- Not be enrolled in short-term or Japanese-language-only programs.
- Be non-Japanese citizens.
- Have an active account (“My Page”) on the JPSS website.
- Be scouted by a university through the JPSS Scout function prior to acceptance.
- Be able to communicate in either English or Japanese for interview purposes.
- Not possess a bank account in Japan (personal bank accounts are required for scholarship transfers, but online banking options are not permitted).
Required Documents
- Completed online application form
- A short self-introduction video (max. 30 seconds)
- A personal statement or essay (in English or Japanese) outlining your study goals and interest in Japan
- Updated Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)
How to Apply Japan Study Support Scholarship?
- Register on JPSS: Create your profile on the Japan Study Support (JPSS) website.
- Engage with Universities: Use the Scout function to connect with participating universities.
- Receive an Offer: After being scouted and offered a spot, proceed to the scholarship application page.
- Submit Application: Complete the form accurately, upload your essay and video, and submit all required documents.