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Scholarships by Meiji University (Determined before enrollment)

1. Meiji University International Students Incentive Scholarship Program

〈Application required〉

The Meiji University International Student Incentive Scholarship Program aims to support highly competent students from target countries/regions who face financial difficulties. To apply for this program, carefully read the application guidelines and submit all required documents.

□ For 2025 Admission

Target Countries

For 2025 enrollment program, the eligible countries/regions are those listed on the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology's “The DAC List of ODA Recipients”.

□ For 2024 Admission

2. Meiji University Special Grant for Privately Financed International Students

〈No application required〉
This program aims to support promising students from overseas who can contribute to the advancement and globalization of Meiji University's education and research. It seeks to nurture individuals who will succeed in the international arena. Recipient students will receive subsidy of either 50% or 100% of their tuition fees. This grant is available to undergraduate students who entered via the International Student Exam or English Track Exam from abroad. Successful students will be nominated by each undergraduate school.

Scholarships by Meiji University (Determined after enrollment)

3. Meiji University Scholarship for Privately Financed International Students

〈Application required〉
This scholarship is available to privately financed international students who are enrolled in degree programs at Meiji University. It aims to support international students with high academic acheivement who require financial assistance for their education. 


Monthly stipend Eligibility Number of recipients Application period
 50,000 JPY/ month
Up to 6 months
・Students with excellent character, outstanding academic achievements, and financial difficulties in continuing their studies
・Undergraduates: 2nd-year or above
・Graduates: Any years

  A total of 160

Spring / Fall semester
*It varies depending on the student.
 

4. Meiji University Tuition Assistance (Reduction) Program for Privately Financed International Students

〈Application required〉
This program is designated to support privately financed international students who face financial difficulties in continuing their studies. The application period is typically in mid-April for the spring semester. For newly admitted or returning students in fall semester, the application period starts in October. 
 The assistance amount is as follows.

Students

 Criteria for determining tuition assistance Assistance amount
Newly-enrolled Undergraduate Students - 400,000 yen
Newly-enrolled Graduate School Students - 200,000 yen
Newly-enrolled Professional Graduate School Students
M2 or above/D2 or above  In the top 50% or higher at GPA in each graduate school 200,000 yen
2nd-year or above Professional Graduate School Students
2nd-year or above Undergraduate Students In the top 10% or higher at GPA in each undergraduate school 400,000 yen
In the top 30% or higher at GPA in each undergraduate school 300,000 yen
In the top 60% or higher at GPA in each undergraduate school 200,000 yen
*Due to the budgetary constraints, even if you meet the criteria, you may not be eligible to receive the Tuition Assistance (Reduction) Program.

5. Meiji University Parents’ Association Union Scholarship for International Students

〈No application required〉
This scholarship aims to support first-year international students, ensuring a smooth start to their study life at Meiji University. Recipients are nominated by International Education Center.

Stipend  Number of recipients   Selection period
 200,000 JPY  10
(One from each school)		  Spring semester

6. Meiji University Globalization Support Fund Limited Scholarship for International Students

〈No application required〉
This scholarship is offered to 2nd-year undergraduate students who have achieved excellent academic performance in their first year.

Stipend  Number of recipients   Selection period
 150,000 JPY  22
(2 students from each school)		  Spring semester
(For English Track students who enroll
in September: Fall semester)

7. Meiji University Emergency Scholarship for International Students

This emergency scholarship is available to international students enrolled at Meiji University who are experiencing financial difficulties due to a sudden change in their living environment. 
Financial support Example of sudden change in living environment Acceptance of application 
 One-fourth of the annual tuition fee 【Important Note】All of the following circumstances must occur within ONE YEAR after enrollment.
(1) Householder's death, disappearance, missing
(2) Unemployment of the householder (only involuntary loss of employment, excluding voluntary unemployment, pay cuts, poor performance, etc)
(3) Injuries/disease of the householder (only in cases of absence from work due to hospitalization for more than three months)
(4) Extensive damage of the householder's house from natural disasters or fires
  As needed 

Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship / JASSO Scholarship

■ MEXT Scholarship Program (Embassy Recommendation)

■ Monbukagakusho Honors Scholarship for Privately-Financed International Students (JASSO)

This scholarship supports privately financed international students who have achieved excellent academic performance. Recipients can receive 48.000yen per month for up to 12 months.
The application period typically starts in April, and there is also a reservation program for pre-arrival admission.
Announcements will be made to all students via Oh-o!Meiji system or directly to the nominated students. For more information, visit the following JASSO websites.

Scholarships by the foundations

■ Foundation scholarships

There are approximately 50 types of scholarships offered by various foundations and institutions each year. The application process, duration, and stipend amount vary depending on each scholarship. For more details, you can refer to the following page.

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