Scholarship Application

okyo Metropolitan University (TMU) offers a variety of scholarships to support international students in their academic pursuits. Below is an overview of available scholarships and the application process:

1. Tokyo Metropolitan University Scholarship for Privately Financed International Students

Eligibility:

  • Academically outstanding privately financed international students enrolled in undergraduate courses at TMU.

Benefits:

  • Monthly stipend of 150,000 JPY.

Application Period:

  • Typically opens annually; for the 2024 cycle, applications were accepted from October 1 to October 15, 2024.

Application Process:

  • Review the Application Guidelines provided by TMU.
  • Submit the required documents within the specified application period.

For detailed information and updates, refer to TMU's International Center website.

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2. Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarships

Eligibility:

  • International research students at the graduate school level.

Application Routes:

  • Embassy Recommendation:
    • Applicants apply through the Japanese embassy or consulate in their home country.
    • Preliminary screening includes a written test and interview.
    • Successful candidates must obtain a Letter of Provisional Acceptance from TMU.
  • University Recommendation:
    • Applications are accepted through TMU teaching staff from overseas universities with partnership agreements or prior exchange history.
    • TMU screens applications and recommends selected candidates to MEXT.

For detailed guidelines, visit TMU's International Center page on MEXT scholarships.

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3. Tokyo Global Partner Scholarship Program

Eligibility:

  • High-achieving students aiming to pursue graduate education at TMU.
  • Applicants must meet specific academic and language proficiency requirements.

Benefits:

  • Coverage of admission fee and tuition.
  • International airfare.
  • Monthly stipend of 150,000 JPY.

Application Timeline:

  • Fall Admissions:
    • Application opens in February.
    • Studies commence on October 1st.
  • Spring Admissions:
    • Application opens in September.
    • Studies commence on April 1st.

Detailed application guidelines are available on the Tokyo Global Partner Scholarship Program website.

4. Pre-Registration for Scholarship Application

Purpose:

  • Required for certain scholarships that necessitate university recommendation.

Application Period:

  • Specific periods are designated annually; for 2024, pre-registration was open from October 1 to October 8, 2024.

Process:

  • Complete and submit the Entry Sheet (Basic Information) and Entry Sheet (Self-PR).
  • Submission is accepted only via postal mail.

For detailed instructions, refer to the Pre-Registration for Scholarship Application page.

Additional Resources

  • Scholarship Booklet:

    • TMU publishes an annual Scholarship Booklet detailing available scholarships, eligibility criteria, and application procedures.
    • The 2024 edition is accessible online.

  • International Affairs Office Contact:

    • For inquiries, contact the International Student Support Section at ryuga-support@tmu.ac.jp.
    • Address: 1-1 Minami-Osawa, Hachioji-shi, Tokyo 192-0397, Japan.
    • Phone: +81-42-677-2030.

Please note that application periods and eligibility criteria are subject to change. It is advisable to consult the official TMU International Center website and the respective scholarship pages for the most current information.