Study in Japan | Tokushima University Scholarships 2026
Good news for international students from Africa and Asia! Tokushima University in Japan is offering excellent scholarship opportunities for the 2026 academic year through their International Education and Research Exchange Fund. If you're self-funding your studies and worried about finances, this could be your answer. These scholarships come with generous monthly allowances and help with tuition fees, so you can concentrate on your education without constantly stressing about money.
Why These Scholarships Stand Out
What makes this opportunity special is that it's not just one scholarship – it's actually several different funding options all in one place. Major Japanese companies like NICHIA Corporation and well-respected organisations like the Rotary Yoneyama Memorial Foundation back these awards. Tokushima University itself is a highly regarded public university with strong connections to industry. This means that beyond the financial support, you'll also be building your CV with backing from recognised Japanese institutions – something that really matters when you're looking for work after graduation.
What You Could Receive
The amount you get depends on which scholarship you're awarded, but here's what's on offer:
Monthly Living Allowances: Between ¥25,000 and ¥150,000 each month to help with everyday expenses.
Help with Tuition: Some scholarships, like the Yume Scholarship, cover up to half your tuition fees each term.
One-Off Payments: Annual grants of up to ¥2,000,000.
Support That Lasts: Funding for anywhere from one to two full academic years.
It's a Grant, Not a Loan: You won't need to pay any of this money back.
Subject-Specific Options: Special funding available for students in medicine, IT, natural sciences, and business.
Who Can Apply?
These scholarships are specifically for international students who are funding their own education (not those already receiving government sponsorship). Here's what you'll typically need:
You must be financing your studies privately, without government backing.
You need to be enrolled at Tokushima University or have already secured admission for full-time study.
Most scholarships have an age limit, usually under 30 to 35 years old (check the specific requirements for your chosen fund).
Your current income (and your spouse's income, if applicable) must be within the limits set by each scholarship.
Doctoral students may need to meet additional academic requirements.
How to Get Started
Ready to take the next step? Visit the official scholarship page to learn more about each fund and start your application:
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