Scholarships

Keio University provides scholarships to international degree seeking students so that they can focus on their studies without financial worry.

Scholarships are broadly divided into the following: those offered by Keio University, those offered by public organizations such as the Japanese government (Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology) and Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO), and those from scholarship sponsors such as private companies and scholarship foundations.

Keio University is increasing its scholarship fund even more. At 24 billion yen, the university's scholarship fund is the largest in Japan and will be used for scholarships that are not required to be repaid. Keio University is actively working to stabilize the source of its scholarship fund.

The purpose of this scholarship is to invite outstanding international students to Keio University and develop them into individuals with a global mind who will lead the future of humanity. It is a special scholarship which in addition to paying the full academic fees and expenses necessary to be enrolled at Keio University, also provides monthly payments to cover living expenses as well as a one-off payment at the time of admission. We look forward to receiving applications from talented students from around the world.

The university established its own scholarship program for international students to provide generous support to privately financed international students.

The appeal of Keio University is that the spirit of shachu kyoryoku, collaboration within the company, has taken root. Various alumni associations (Mita-kai) formed by jukuin, or Keio alumni, and other benefactors make donations to the university for the purpose of awarding scholarships. There are many scholarships international students can apply for.

There are many reasons why students have financial difficulties, including sudden changes in household finances and lack of steady income. The scholarship is intended to provide financial support to a broad scope of students experiencing financial difficulties regardless of the nature or origin of such difficulties to ensure students who aspire to study do not lose the opportunity to do so for financial reasons.

Scholarships are broadly divided into the following: those offered by Keio University, those offered by public organizations such as the Japanese government (Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology) and Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO), and those from scholarship sponsors such as private companies and scholarship foundations.

Keio University provides various benefit-type scholarships that meet the needs of the students and do not require repayment.The following is a summary of scholarships available to undergraduate and graduate students.  

Information regarding scholarships offered by the Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) can be found here.

This scholarship is provided by JASSO. The purpose of this scholarship is to promote the development of educational exchange, mutual understanding, peace, and friendship between foreign countries and Japan. It is intended for students with excellent character and academic grades, who furthermore have difficulty continuing their studies due to financial reasons.

Many organizations, such as incorporated foundations, public interest incorporated foundations, private companies, and prefectural and local governments offer scholarships.For many scholarships, once you have been selected, you will continue to receive funds until graduation.  

There are some scholarships for which you will need to get a recommendation from the university before you can apply. For others, you can apply directly to the organization without going through the university.

To apply for scholarships, you have to go through a scholarship applicant registration process twice a year, at the start of the Spring and Fall Semesters.For details, please visit the International Center website.