Scholarships for Prospective Students at Hokkaido University

Hokkaido University offers several competitive scholarships for international students wishing to pursue their studies in Japan. These opportunities include Japanese Government Scholarships (MEXT), Hokkaido University Scholarships, and various external scholarships.

1. Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarships

Monthly stipend amounts:

• Undergraduate students: ¥117,000/month (¥120,000 in winter)

• Research students: ¥143,000/month (¥146,000 in winter)

• Master’s students: ¥144,000/month (¥147,000 in winter)

• Doctoral students: ¥145,000/month (¥148,000 in winter)

Application pathways:

• Embassy Recommendation: Apply through Japanese Embassies/Consulates in your home country.

• University Recommendation: Applicants screened and nominated by Hokkaido University; must have an academic score of at least 2.30/3.00 and meet language ability requirements.

• Domestic Selection: Limited scholarships for privately financed international students already in Japan (not offered every year).

Special MEXT-supported programs include:

• Global Engineering Leadership Program for Sustainable Development

• Human-Animal Bond Education and Research Program

• Graduate Program for Environmental Conservation Leadership for Post-SDGs

• Integrated Science Program

• Modern Japanese Studies Program (MJSP)

• Global Education Program for AgriScience Frontiers

• Life Sciences Innovators Training Program

• International Graduate Course for Data-driven and Hypothesis-driven Science

2. Hokkaido University Special Grant Program

Designed for self-supported international students entering doctoral programs in select graduate schools:

• Veterinary Medicine

• Environmental Science

• Chemical Sciences and Engineering

• Infectious Diseases

Recipients receive a tuition waiver in exchange for working as a Research Assistant. Applicants must demonstrate excellent academic performance and the potential for international research impact.

3. Other Scholarships

Several external scholarship opportunities are available, including:

• JICA Scholarship: For participants accepted by the university to support human resource development in their home countries.

• China Scholarship Council (CSC) Program: Provides financial support for Chinese students studying abroad.

Additional scholarships may be found through Hokkaido University’s Life Support for International Students portal.

Disclaimer: This post is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an endorsement by Agri-web. Interested applicants are encouraged to visit the official websites and portals of this opportunity for complete program details and verified application instructions. Applicants are also strongly encouraged to exercise due diligence before submitting any personal or sensitive information.