The Rotary Yoneyama Memorial Scholarship is available for overseas students planning to enroll in Japanese universities or graduate schools in 2026.
When is the Application Deadline:
📅 October 31, 2025 (13:00 JST)
Tell Me About The Award:
The Rotary Yoneyama Memorial Scholarship is Japan’s largest private scholarship program for international students. It supports overseas students planning to enroll in Japanese universities or graduate schools (April or September/October 2026 intake). The program promotes cultural exchange, international understanding, and academic excellence.
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Which Fields are Eligible?
All fields of study offered at Japanese universities or graduate schools are eligible, provided applicants secure admission.
Type:
Undergraduate, Master’s, and Doctoral Scholarships
Who Can Apply?
- International students applying directly from overseas to a Japanese university/graduate school.
- Applicants must have Japanese proficiency equivalent to JLPT N4 level or higher.
- Undergraduate, Master’s, or Doctoral students (Research students are not eligible).
- Applicants must independently apply for admission to their chosen Japanese university before scholarship application.
How are Applicants Selected?
- Online application and submission of required documents (including research/study plan, essay, and recommendation).
- Review by Rotary Yoneyama Foundation and local Rotary Clubs in Japan.
- Results announced by March 2026.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
- All countries (global applicants are welcome).
Where will the Award be Taken?
- Japan (at any recognized Japanese university or graduate school).
How Many Awards?
- Not specified (multiple awards available across all Rotary International districts in Japan).
What is the Benefit of the Award?
- Monthly stipend:
- Undergraduates: ¥100,000
- Master’s: ¥140,000
- Doctoral: ¥140,000
- Airfare reimbursement: Up to ¥250,000 (economy class, receipts required).
- Initial accommodation support (up to ¥10,000).
- Access to Rotary Club activities and international alumni networks.
How Long Will the Award Last?
- Duration of the student’s enrollment in the Japanese university program (undergraduate, master’s, or doctoral).
How to Apply:
- Apply for admission to a Japanese university/graduate school.
- Prepare all required documents:
- Application form
- Copy of admission application form
- Research/study plan
- Essay: “Why I chose to study in Japan. My future plan after studying in Japan.”
- Recommendation letter
- (Optional) Japanese Language Proficiency Certificate
- Register and upload documents via the official Rotary Yoneyama Scholarship portal.
👉 Visit the Rotary Yoneyama Scholarship Website to Apply
