The Rotary Yoneyama Scholarship offers international students a unique opportunity to pursue graduate studies at Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU) in Japan. This prestigious scholarship provides financial support, fostering a diverse learning environment for non-Japanese students.
- 🎓 Graduate Studies in Japan: Rotary Yoneyama Scholarship supports international students at Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU).
- 💰 Financial Support: Monthly stipend – 100,000 JPY (undergrad), 140,000 JPY (master’s/doctoral); travel reimbursement up to 250,000 JPY.
- 🌏 Eligibility: Non-Japanese citizens, student visa, residence outside Japan, JLPT N4+ proficiency, under 45 years, no prior Yoneyama scholarship.
- 🏫 APU Highlights: Multicultural environment (50% international students from 90+ countries), bilingual education, high job placement (92%), AACSB-accredited business programs.
- 🔬 Learning Opportunities: Hands-on experiences via internships, field studies, community outreach, and guidance from global leaders including Nobel laureates.
- 📍 Location & Network: Situated in scenic Beppu with natural hot springs; extensive alumni network (~14,000 alumni in 138 countries).
- 📝 Application Process: Apply to APU by 16 Sep 2025; submit application to Rotary Yoneyama organization (~Oct 2024); APU issues recommendation after admissions (Nov 2025); final submission to scholarship organization.
- 🗓 Important Dates: Application Deadline – 20 Oct 2025; Results Announcement – Mid-March 2026.
Designation
Graduate Student
Research Area
Available programs across various disciplines at Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University.
Location
Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University, Beppu, Japan
Eligibility/Qualification
- Citizenship: Non-Japanese (including dual nationality holders)
- Visa Status: Must obtain a student visa
- Residence: Must reside outside Japan until enrollment
- Prior Stay in Japan: Less than 32 days total, unless due to family reasons or Rotary Youth Exchange
- Japanese Proficiency: JLPT N4 level or above
- Age: Born after April 2, 1979 (under 45 as of April 1 of the award year)
- Previous Scholarship Holders: Must not have been a Rotary Yoneyama Scholar before
Job Description
Selected candidates will study in a multicultural environment with a bilingual curriculum offered in both Japanese and English. The scholarship provides a monthly stipend for living expenses and reimburses travel expenses upon arrival in Japan.
How to Apply
- APU Application: Indicate interest in the Rotary Yoneyama Scholarship while applying to APU through their Online Application System by September 16, 2025.
- Scholarship Organization Application: Apply to the Rotary Yoneyama Scholarship organization around October 2024.
- Letter of Recommendation: APU will issue a Letter of Recommendation to selected candidates after admissions results are announced on November 13, 2025.
- Submission to Scholarship Organization: Submit the Letter of Recommendation to the Rotary Yoneyama Scholarship organization.
Last Date for Apply
October 20, 2025 (for scholarship applications)
This scholarship represents a significant opportunity for aspiring international students to develop academically and culturally while studying in Japan.
