International Student Scholarships
Overview
The following scholarships are provided by companies, groups, and individuals, as well as the Rainbow International Student Fund, to support international students enrolled in universities in the Fukuoka metropolitan area. Scholarships are intended to alleviate financial burdens so that students may focus on their studies.
Application Method *Common to all scholarships
Apply to the Fukuoka City International Foundation through your university
Recruitment Period
Scheduled from March to May
* Application deadline will vary by universities, so please make sure to contact your university for more details.
Types
There are two types of scholarships: “Future Development Scholarship for International Students” and “Fukuoka City International Foundation Scholarship”.
Future Development Scholarship for International Students
It is provided by businesses, organizations and individuals, and allows the scholarship providers to meet the students face to face.
Stipend
For graduate students 500,000 yen or more
For undergraduate students 300,000 yen ore more
※it varies by the scholarship providers
Recruitment Period
1 year (may be extended depending on circumstances)
※it varies by the scholarship providers
Eligibility
Students who are enrolled at a university in Fukuoka Metropolitan Area and whose total received scholarship amount, including this scholarship, does not exceed the amount of the MEXT (Monbukagakusho) Scholarship etc.
※it varies by the scholarship providers
List of Scholarships for International Students (As of May, 2024)
※Application Guidelines are the latest ones. There are scholarships which will not be open for 2024.
| scholarship | contributor | Application Guidelines | number of scholar |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ryugakusei Minkantaishi Scholarship |
|
Ryugakusei Minkantaishi | 2 |
| KYUDENKO Scholarship | KYUDENKO | Kyudenko | 1 |
| Nishinihon Sanken Service Scholarship | Nishinihon Sanken Service | Nishinihon Sanken Service | 1 |
| Ichikawa Scholarship | Osamu Ichikawa | Ichikawa | 1 |
| Yatouji Scholarship | Masanori Yatouji | Yatouji | 4 |
|
Fukuoka City Employees | Shishokuin | 2 |
| Harvest Scholarship | Tami Maeda | Harvest | 1 |
| Takagi Kazunari Scholarship | Kazunari Takagi | Takagi Kazunari | 1 |
Fukuoka City International Foundation Scholarship
Desired Candidate
- Willing to work in Fukuoka in the future.
- Willing to interact with Japanese people.
- Maintain contact with Fukuoka City International Foundation after graduation.
Characteristics of the scholarship
- You can receive the scholarship for 2 years if you are a graduate student（Master）, or 4 years if you are a undergraduate student
- You can learn and experience Japanese culture and customs, and corporate culture through the interview, gathering, and internship.
Stipend
50,000 yen/month
Number of Recipients
About 10 students
Duration
In principle, minimum years required for graduation (4 years for undergraduate students*, 2 years for graduate students (master))
* 6 years for Medicine, dentistry, part of pharmacy, and veterinary
Eligibility
- Those who enroll in the following universities:
Kyushu University, Fukuoka Women’s University, Kyushu Sangyo University, Seinan Gakuin University,Nakamura Gakuen University, Fukuoka University, Fukuoka Institute of Technology, Fukuoka Jo Gakuin University (Undergraduate students or graduate students) - Total amount of the scholarship does not exceed the amount of the MEXT (Monbukagakusho) Scholarship
- A person who holds at least N3 of JLPT or has an equivalent level of N3 Japanese ability
Application Guidelines
Fukuoka City International Foundation Scholarship Guidelines 2024
Inquiry
Your university or Fukuoka City International Foundation
Photos
July 25, 2024
On July 25, we held an exchange meeting for the 19 newly selected scholarship students at Fukuoka City International Center.
Following a greeting from the Executive Director, two former scholarship students who had studied abroad shared their advice and encouragement with the current scholarship recipients, discussing “what went well during their study abroad and what they wish they had done differently.”
In the latter part of the event, after easing the tension with an icebreaker game, we conducted a group discussion between international students studying in Fukuoka and Japanese university students who will be studying abroad. They discussed topics such as “the purpose of studying abroad and future dreams” and “challenges faced during studying abroad and ways to overcome them.” Following the group discussion, there was a free networking session where participants deepened their connections while enjoying tea and juice.
March 8, March 18, 2024
On March 8 and 18, 2024, the debriefing session for Fukuoka City International Foundation Scholarship recipients were held at the Fukuoka City International Center.
Thirteen students, whose scholarship period ends in March this year, reflected on their students’ life so far and presented what they have learnt, what they have thought about and what they are going to do in the future. University officials and the executive director of Fukuoka City International Foundation offered their congratulations and best wishes for their future endeavors.
After the presentations, the participants exchanged contact details and took photos with each other as they said their goodbyes.
September 22, 2023
On 22 September, a debriefing session was held online for Fukuoka City International Foundation Scholarship recipient who will graduate this fall.
The student gave a presentation on what he learned at school, how he used his scholarship, his internship experience, and his future career path and aspirations. University officials and the executive director of Fukuoka City International Foundation offered their congratulations and best wishes for his future endeavors.
