Unlock your dream of studying in Japan with the Rotary Yoneyama Scholarship, providing financial support for graduate studies at Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU). This prestigious scholarship is open to international students wishing to pursue their academic ambitions in one of Japan’s leading institutions.
- 🎓 Prestigious Opportunity – Rotary Yoneyama Scholarship offers financial support for international students pursuing graduate studies at Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU) in Japan.
- 💰 Generous Benefits – Monthly stipend of 140,000 JPY for master’s and doctoral students, plus travel expense reimbursement up to 250,000 JPY.
- 🌍 Global Student Body – Around 50% of APU’s 6,000 students are from over 90 countries, fostering a vibrant multicultural environment.
- 🗣 Bilingual Education – Courses available in both Japanese and English, enabling students to gain language skills while studying.
- 💼 Strong Career Outcomes – 92% of APU graduates secure jobs before completing their studies, reflecting strong employer connections.
- 📜 International Recognition – APU is AACSB-accredited for business programs, placing it among the top universities in Japan.
- 🏞 Beautiful Location – Located in Beppu, famous for natural hot springs and scenic coastal views.
- 🧑🎓 Eligibility Criteria – Open to non-Japanese nationals under 45, with JLPT N4 or higher, student visa eligibility, and limited prior stay in Japan.
- 📝 Application Steps – Apply to APU by 16 Sept 2025, then apply to the Rotary Yoneyama Scholarship by Oct 2025, submit APU’s recommendation after Nov 13, 2025.
- 📅 Important Dates – Application deadline: 20 Oct 2025; results announced mid-March 2026.
Designation
Rotary Yoneyama Scholarship for Overseas Candidates
Table
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Host Institution | Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University, Japan |
| Field of Study | Available programs at host university |
| Number of Awards | Not specified |
| Application Deadline | October 20, 2025 |
| Target Group | Open to all nationalities |
| Monthly Stipend | 100,000 JPY for undergraduates, 140,000 JPY for master’s and doctoral students |
| Travel Expense Reimbursement | Up to 250,000 JPY after arrival in Japan |
Research Area
Graduate studies across various fields as offered by APU.
Location
Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU), 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 in total, unless due to specific circumstances
- 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: Not previously a Rotary Yoneyama Scholar
Description
The Rotary Yoneyama Scholarship fosters international educational exchange by providing generous financial support to students from around the world. APU offers a vibrant multicultural environment with a bilingual curriculum, enabling students to gain Japanese language proficiency while studying in English. The university is renowned for its high job placement rates and innovative learning opportunities.
How to Apply
- APU Application: Indicate your desire for the Rotary Yoneyama scholarship while applying to APU through their Online Application System. Applications must be submitted by September 16, 2025.
- Scholarship Organization Application: Apply directly to the Rotary Yoneyama Scholarship organization around October 2024, notifying them that you will submit your Letter of Recommendation after APU’s admission results.
- Letter of Recommendation: APU will provide a Letter of Recommendation to selected candidates following the announcement of admissions on November 13, 2025.
- Submission: Submit your APU Letter of Recommendation to the Rotary Yoneyama Scholarship organization.
Last Date to Apply
October 20, 2025
Embark on your academic journey in Japan with the Rotary Yoneyama Scholarship, and experience a transformative educational opportunity!
