Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU) Japan Rotary Yoneyama Scholarship 2025
Description
The Rotary Yoneyama Scholarship 2025 is a prestigious financial aid opportunity specifically designed for international students planning to pursue graduate studies in Japan. This scholarship, established by the Rotary Yoneyama Memorial Foundation, provides financial assistance to non-Japanese nationals enrolling in graduate programs at Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU). Whether you're an aspiring master’s or doctoral student, this scholarship can be your gateway to fulfilling your academic ambitions in Japan.
The Rotary Yoneyama Scholarship is available for students located outside Japan and aiming to enroll in graduate programs at APU. The scholarship provides both financial aid and the chance to immerse yourself in Japanese culture, with the added support of Rotary Club members in Japan. The scholarship covers students enrolling in both master’s and doctoral programs.
To be eligible, applicants must apply independently to both APU and the Rotary Yoneyama Memorial Foundation. The application process for APU and the Rotary Yoneyama Scholarship occurs separately, and it is important for applicants to ensure they follow the guidelines and deadlines set by both institutions.
Degree Level
Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU) Japan Rotary Yoneyama Scholarship 2025 is available to undertake Masters, PhD level programs at Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University.
Available Subjects
Following subjects are available to study under this scholarship program.
- All Subjects
Benefits
The Rotary Yoneyama Scholarship offers a generous monthly stipend to support international students throughout their time in Japan:
- Master’s students: 140,000 JPY per month for two years
- Doctoral students: 140,000 JPY per month for two years
In addition to the monthly stipend, recipients are reimbursed up to 250,000 JPY for economy air travel and other travel-related expenses after arriving in Japan. This helps to alleviate the financial burden on international students as they transition to their new academic life in Japan.
The Benefits of the Rotary Yoneyama Scholarship
In addition to the financial support, the Rotary Yoneyama Scholarship offers international students a robust support system through the Rotary Club network in Japan. Scholars are encouraged to engage with local Rotary Clubs, participate in cultural exchange activities, and build valuable connections with professionals in Japan. This scholarship not only eases the financial burden of studying in Japan but also enhances your cultural experience and personal development.
Eligible Nationalities
This scholarship is open to international students of all nationalities except Japanese citizens.
Eligibility Criteria
- Non-Japanese Nationality: Applicants must not hold Japanese citizenship, including dual nationality.
- Student Visa: Must secure a student visa for Japan to pursue their graduate studies.
- Residency: Must reside outside Japan at the time of application and until the start of the program.
- Limited Previous Residency in Japan: Applicants must not have stayed in Japan for more than 31 days in total. Exceptions apply if the applicant had family reasons or was part of the Rotary Youth Exchange high school program.
- Japanese Language Proficiency: Applicants must have at least JLPT N4 or above proficiency in the Japanese language.
- Age Requirement: Applicants must be born after April 2, 1980.
- First-Time Applicant: Candidates should not have been previous Rotary Yoneyama Scholars.
Application Procedure
Application and Selection Process Application for both April and September 2025 enrollment:
- Request to be considered as a Rotary Yoneyama scholarship candidate in the APU Online Application System and submit the application to APU by September 16, 2024.
- Apply directly to the scholarship organization around October 2024. Notify the scholarship organization that the Letter of Recommendation from the desired university will be issued after the application deadline.
- APU provides a Letter of Recommendation for the selected scholarship candidates after the admissions results notification. The results from APU will be announced on November 13, 2024.
- Submit the Letter of Recommendation to the scholarship organization.
