2026 Tokyo Global Partner Scholarship Program in Japan | Fully Funded Study Opportunity
The Tokyo Global Partner Scholarship Program is a fully funded opportunity for international students to pursue graduate studies at Tokyo Metropolitan University (TMU) in Japan. Here’s what you need to know: Eligibility Requirements:
- Meet the entry requirements for admission to a graduate program at TMU
- Enrolled in a bachelor’s degree (for master’s applicants) or master’s degree (for PhD applicants) program at:
– A partner institution of TMU – A higher education institution in Tokyo’s sister cities or other Asian countries/regions
- Alternatively, work in a research institution, governmental organization, or company in Tokyo’s sister cities or other Asian countries/regions
- Demonstrate a commitment to collaboration and innovation for the enhancement of Tokyo and beyond
Scholarship Benefits:
- Full tuition fee coverage
- Admission fee coverage
- International airfare coverage
- Monthly stipend of 150,000 JPY
Available Programs:
- Master’s Courses (2 years):
– Graduate School of Human Health Sciences: Nursing Sciences, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Radiological Sciences, Frontier Health Sciences, Health Promotion Sciences – Graduate School of Systems Design: Computer Science, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Mechanical Systems Engineering, Aeronautics and Astronautics, Industrial Art – Graduate School of Urban Environmental Sciences: Geography, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Architecture and Building Engineering, Applied Chemistry for the Environment, Tourism Science, Urban Science and Policy
- Doctoral Courses (3 years):
– Graduate School of Humanities: Sociology, Social Anthropology, Social Welfare, Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Pedagogy, Language Sciences, Japanese Language Education, Philosophy, History, Studies of Culture and Representation, Intercultural Studies of Japanese and Asia, Intercultural Studies of European and American – Graduate School of Law and Politics: Law, Politics, Law School – Graduate School of Management: Business Administration, Economics, Finance – Graduate School of Science: Mathematical Sciences, Physics, Chemistry, Biological Sciences
How to Apply:
- Visit the Global Partner Scholarship webpage
- Apply for an available program at TMU
- Submit required documents, including academic transcripts, proof of enrollment or employment, statement of purpose, recommendation letters, and identification
- Attend exams and interviews in November 2025
- Wait for the final results in December 2025
Important Dates:
- Application Deadline: October 10, 2025
- Exams and Interviews: November 2025
- Results Announcement: December 2025
- Program Start: April 1, 2026
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