JASSO Student Exchange Support Program is a scholarship opportunity for international applicants. This guide is designed for students researching study options in Japan and should be checked against the official provider before applying.
About the Scholarship
JASSO provides scholarship support for qualified international students accepted by Japanese institutions under student-exchange agreements. The supported study period can range from eight days to one year. Country Japan Study level Short-term exchange Check the official provider for the current application cycle. Eligibility The programme is generally applied for through the Japanese host institution rather than directly by the student. Eligibility includes participation in an eligible exchange arrangement and academic requirements. What the Scholarship May Cover Funding depends on the specific programme and current award terms. Tuition, stipend, travel, insurance or other support may apply where stated by the provider. Do not assume an award is fully funded unless the official call explicitly says so. How to Apply Contact your home university’s international office and ask whether it participates in a JASSO-supported exchange programme with a Japanese institution. Read the official scholarship announcement and current eligibility rules. Check the deadline for your nationality, programme and institution. Prepare academic records, identification, references and any required essays or research proposal. Submit through the official provider, university or designated national agency. Documents to Prepare Passport or national identity document, where required Academic transcripts and degree certificates CV or résumé References or recommendation letters, if requested Study plan, motivation statement or research proposal where required English or other language evidence where required Important Deadline Note Scholarship deadlines change by intake, country and university. This page is an information guide, not an application form. Always verify the current deadline on the offi
Eligibility
- Check whether your nationality is included in the current call.
- Confirm the required academic qualification and study level.
- Review language, age, work-experience or subject requirements where applicable.
- Check any country-specific or university-specific conditions.
What the Scholarship May Cover
Funding differs by programme. Depending on the award, support may include tuition, a living allowance, travel, health insurance or other study-related costs. Do not assume an award is fully funded unless the official provider explicitly confirms it for the current intake.
Required Documents
- Academic transcripts and degree certificates, where required
- Passport or identity document
- CV or résumé, where requested
- References or recommendation letters, if required
- Statement of purpose, study plan or research proposal, where applicable
- Language evidence or other supporting documents requested by the provider
How to Apply
- Open the official provider page below.
- Read the current eligibility and country/institution-specific instructions.
- Prepare the documents requested in the current call.
- Submit through the official application portal or designated agency before the stated deadline.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this scholarship currently open?
Application status varies by intake. Check the official provider page for the current opening and closing dates.
Can international students apply?
Many awards are intended for international applicants, but eligibility depends on the specific programme and country rules.
Is it fully funded?
Funding varies. Review the current award terms rather than relying on a generic “fully funded” label.
Editorial note: Information should be rechecked against the official provider before publication or application.