Nishimura Foundation International Scholarship 2023

Nishimura International Scholarship Fund from Nishimura Foundation has come again to help you reach your dream to take higher education in Japan! This scholarship is offered for Undergraduate (S1), Postgraduate (S2), and Master degree (S3) in Kyoto University, Osaka University, Ritsumeikan University, and Kwansei Gakuin University and the universities that have a partnership with them.

 

Eligibility

  • Applying for either Kyoto University, Osaka University, Ritsumeikan University, or Kwansei Gakuin University
  • GPA (Grade Point Average) > 3.0 (S1) and > 3.5 (S2 and S3)
  • Possesses a determination for a higher education
  • Able to speak Japanese/willing to learn the language and culture
  • Willing to be the bridge to connect and tighten the relationship between Indonesia and Japan

Required Documents

  1. Curriculum Vitae 
  2. Research proposal in either English or Japanese
  3. Motivation letter in either English or Japanese
  4. A copy of the academic transcript and diploma/ master degree certificate (legalized)
  5. English/Japanese proficiency certificate
  6. Letter of recommendation from a lecturer or faculty and Office of International Affairs
  7. Letter of Acceptance (LoA) from your preferred university.

Deadlines

  • November 30, 2022 for applicants that applied in April 2023
  • May 31, 2023 for applicants that applied in October 2023

Scholarship

  • Cost of living preparation (only given once) in Japan ¥150.000
  • Monthly living cost of ¥120.000
  • Term of scholarship grant:
    • S1 – 2 years (if necessary)
    • S2 – 2 years
    • S3 – 3 years
  • Grants will be given every 3 months

Application Procedure

  1. Submit the aforementioned documents to UGM International Exposure Application Form: http://ugm.id/IntExposureApplication no longer than the preferred deadline for internal review.
  2. OIA staff will evaluate your application. Once you are selected as Nominated Applicants, OIA will confirm your official nomination to Nishimura Foundation and you may proceed to the online application.
  3. The FINAL decision from Nishimura Foundation

Consultation Info:

If you have any questions regarding this program, you can contact us in OIA’s office hour: