Financial Support (scholarships)

Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship

This scholarship is funded by the Japanese Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT).
There are two application methods: embassy recommendation and university recommendation. For details, please refer to the following page.
For embassy recommendation, please also refer to the website of the Japanese Embassy.

Monbukagakusho Honors Scholarship for Privately Financed International Students

This program offers scholarships to privately financed international students enrolled in universities, graduate schools, junior colleges, colleges of technology, post-secondary courses at specialized training colleges, educational institutions with preparatory courses for entering Japanese universities, and Japanese language institutions in Japan (hereinafter collectively referred to as "universities, etc."). To apply, students must demonstrate excellence in both academic achievement and character, and must also be experiencing financial difficulties in pursuing their studies.

Scholarships from Private Organizations and Other Entities

Scholarships offered by private organizations and local governments may be applied for either through the University of Osaka or directly to the sponsoring organization. Most of these scholarships become available after enrollment.

Eligibility criteria, number of recipients, and other details vary depending on the scholarship.

Announcements will be posted on KOAN and other platforms. Please contact the person in charge of your department to apply.

Tuition Fee Exemption

Tuition Fee Exemption Program for Privately Funded International Students Experiencing Financial Difficulties

The tuition fee exemption program is designed for privately funded international students who excel academically but face difficulty paying tuition due to financial reasons. The application deadline is generally in late March for the first semester and late September for the second semester.

For more details, click here.

Tuition Fee Exemption for International Honors Students of the University of Osaka

The University of Osaka has a tuition fee exemption program for privately funded international students who have demonstrated excellent academic performance in their graduate school entrance examinations. This program aims to further strengthen research capabilities and promote the enrollment of international students.

International students who pass the designated entrance examination and are recognized for their excellence will be eligible for tuition fee exemption under this program.

For more information, including which entrance examination is applicable, please contact the school to which you wish to apply.

For more details, click here.