The University of Tokyo is pleased to announce the Go Global Scholarships, supporting students participating in overseas study programs starting between April 1 and October 31, 2025.
The scholarship is open to undergraduate and graduate students currently enrolled at the University of Tokyo who plan to participate in an overseas study program starting between April 1, 2025, and October 31, 2025. Applicants must apply through their home faculty or graduate school and meet the program duration requirements: short-term (3 to 12 months) or ultra-short-term (less than 3 months).
The University of Tokyo is Japan’s premier national university, renowned for its academic excellence and cutting-edge research. Established in 1877, it offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various disciplines. UTokyo is committed to nurturing global leaders and fostering innovation through interdisciplinary education and international collaboration.
The University of Tokyo Information
Established in 1877, The University of Tokyo is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Tokyo (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Komaba, Kashiwa. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, Japan, The University of Tokyo (TODAI) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 25,000-29,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. The University of Tokyo (TODAI) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 142 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 0-10% making this Japanese higher education organization a most selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.
Offered Benefits
Successful applicants will receive a monthly scholarship based on the destination:
Designated city: 120,000 JPY/month
Region A: 110,000 JPY/month
Region B: 90,000 JPY/month
Region C: 80,000 JPY/month
Application Process
Submit all required documents in electronic format to the relevant faculty or graduate school office.
Documents include:
Application Guidelines
Application Form/Applicant Information Sheet
Grade Evaluation Coefficient Calculation Sheet
(Japanese only) Frequently Asked Questions
Deadlines vary by faculty or graduate school, so applicants must consult their home department.
English application materials can be accessed at:
https://www.u-tokyo.ac.jp/adm/go-global/en/