Waseda University in Japan has announced applications for its Academic Year 2026 Partial Tuition-Waiver Scholarship aimed at privately financed international students in the Graduate School of Information, Production and Systems (IPS). With deadlines in mid-May, this scholarship provides partial tuition coverage, helping to alleviate the financial burden on graduate students already admitted to the university amidst rising global tuition costs.
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Application Deadline:
- 15 May 2026, 16:00 Japan Standard Time
Tell Me About The Scholarship:
The Partial Tuition-Waiver Scholarship at Waseda University’s Graduate School of Information, Production and Systems (IPS) is designed to support privately financed international students already admitted to graduate programs. Unlike fully funded scholarships, this award reduces tuition costs, helping students manage financial burdens while pursuing advanced studies in Japan.
Which Fields are Eligible?
- Graduate-level programs at IPS, Waseda University (technical and engineering-focused disciplines).
Type:
- Graduate Scholarship | Partial Tuition Waiver | Japan
Who can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Be international students (non-Japanese nationals).
- Be privately financed (not receiving government or major external scholarships).
- Be enrolled or admitted into IPS graduate programs at Waseda University.
How are Candidates Selected?
- Based on academic merit and internal evaluation.
- Applicants must already have secured admission before applying.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
- Global eligibility (all international students except Japanese nationals).
Where will the Scholarship be Taken?
- Graduate School of Information, Production and Systems (IPS), Waseda University, Kitakyushu, Japan.
How Many Awards?
- Not specified; depends on available funding and applicant pool.
What is the Benefit of the Scholarship?
- Partial tuition fee reduction.
- Does not cover stipends, travel, or accommodation.
- Functions as a cost-reduction mechanism rather than full sponsorship.
How Long Will the Scholarship Last?
- Duration of the graduate program (typically 2 years).
Required Documents:
- Proof of admission/enrollment at IPS.
- Academic transcripts and certificates.
- Scholarship application form (via IPS portal).
How to Apply:
- Secure admission into IPS graduate programs at Waseda University.
- Prepare required documents.
- Submit application via the IPS scholarship portal before 15 May 2026, 16:00 JST.
