Tokyo Global Partner Scholarship Program Japan 2027: Fully Funded Master’s & PhD Guide

Applications are now open for the Tokyo Global Partner Scholarship Program, a fully funded postgraduate opportunity for international students. This scholarship supports outstanding candidates pursuing Master’s or Ph.D. degrees at TMU by covering tuition, admission fees, airfare, and a generous stipend.

The Tokyo Global Partner Scholarship Program is awarded to high-achieving students who wish to pursue their graduate education at Tokyo Metropolitan University (TMU).

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Application Deadline:

• November 11, 2026

Tell Me About The Program:

The Tokyo Global Partner Scholarship Program is an elite, fully funded scholarship initiative offered by Tokyo Metropolitan University (TMU) in Japan. Designed for high-achieving international students pursuing graduate education, the scholarship aims to build TMU as an international hub for education, collaborative research, and innovation, contributing directly to the development of Tokyo and global partner regions.

Which Fields are Eligible:

• Master’s Courses (Standard Duration: 2 Years):
  • Graduate School of Human Health Sciences: Nursing Sciences, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Radiological Sciences, Frontier Health Sciences, Health Promotion Sciences.
  • Graduate School of Systems Design: Computer Science, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Mechanical Systems Engineering, Aeronautics and Astronautics, Industrial Art.
  • Graduate School of Urban Environmental Sciences: Geography, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Architecture and Building Engineering, Applied Chemistry for the Environment, Tourism Science, Urban Science and Policy.
• Doctor’s Courses / PhD (Standard Duration: 3 Years):
  • Graduate School of Humanities: Sociology, Social Anthropology, Social Welfare, Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Pedagogy, Language Sciences, Japanese Language Education, Philosophy, History, Culture and Representation, Intercultural Studies.
  • Graduate School of Law and Politics: Law, Politics, Law School.
  • Graduate School of Management: Business Administration, Economics, Finance.
  • Graduate School of Science: Mathematical Sciences, Physics, Chemistry, Biological Sciences.

Type:

Fully Funded Graduate Research Scholarship & International Degree Program

Who can Apply:

• Academic Admissions: Must meet the standard entry requirements for admission to a Master’s or Doctoral program at Tokyo Metropolitan University.
• Institutional Affiliation or Regional Background: Must be enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree (for Master’s applicants) or a Master’s degree (for PhD applicants) program at:
  • A partner institution of TMU, OR
  • A higher education institution located in any of Tokyo’s sister cities or any other Asian country/region.
• Alternative Professional Track: Alternatively, applicants working in a research institution, governmental organization, or company located in a Tokyo sister city or an eligible Asian country/region may qualify.
• Innovation & Collaboration: Must demonstrate a strong commitment to collaborative research and innovation benefiting Tokyo and international development.

How are Applicants Selected:

1. Prospective Supervisor Contact: Applicants must typically secure informal consent/permission to apply from a prospective academic supervisor at TMU.
2. Pre-Screening & Document Review: Evaluation of academic background, transcripts, research proposals, and institutional affiliations by the respective graduate school committee.
3. Entrance Examinations: Completion of required written examinations and/or oral interviews administered by the target graduate school.

Which Countries Are Eligible:

Global (with specific provisions prioritizing partner institutions, Tokyo sister cities, and applicants across Asian countries/regions).

Where will the Program be Taken:

Tokyo Metropolitan University (TMU) campuses (primarily Minami-Osawa, Hachioji), Tokyo, Japan.

How Many Fellows / Grantees:

Selective cohort capacity determined annually per participating graduate school.

What is the Benefit of the Program:

• Fee Waivers: Full exemption from application/entrance examination fees, admission fees, and regular tuition fees.
• Monthly Stipend: A generous monthly living allowance of 150,000 JPY.
• Travel Support: Provision of international airfare tickets to Japan.
• Additional Support: University housing referral services and institutional research resource access.

How Long Will it Last:

• Master’s Program: Up to 2 Years (24 months).
• Doctoral Program: Up to 3 Years (36 months).

How to Apply:

1. Review the specific departmental entry guidelines on the official Tokyo Metropolitan University Global Partner Scholarship Portal.
2. Identify and contact a prospective faculty supervisor in your chosen graduate school to align your research proposal.
3. Complete any required preliminary pre-screening steps mandated by your target graduate department.
4. Prepare and submit all required application documents (transcripts, certificates, research summaries, and recommendation letters) by postal mail or via the designated graduate school submission portal before the applicable deadline.

Visit the Application Webpage for Details