The Mitsui O.S.K. Lines Scholarship 2026 at the International University of Japan (IUJ) helps talented postgraduate students from African countries. It covers full tuition fees, full admission fee, and offers a monthly stipend. The scholarship supports you to focus completely on your graduate studies in Japan.

About the Mitsui O.S.K. Lines Scholarship

The scholarship is funded by Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL) to support international students from Africa who plan to study at IUJ. MOL aims to help develop future leaders who will contribute to economic growth in their home countries. IUJ nominates qualified applicants to MOL for final selection.

Why Choose The Mitsui O.S.K. Lines Scholarship?

This scholarship removes the main financial barriers to studying in Japan. It pays your full tuition and admission fees. It also gives you a monthly stipend to help with living expenses. You will study in a global graduate environment and gain leadership and research skills.

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines Scholarship Summary

  • Host Country: Japan
  • Host Institution: International University of Japan (IUJ)
  • Scholarship Name: Mitsui O.S.K. Lines Scholarship
  • Study Level: Master’s / Doctoral (Postgraduate)
  • Coverage: Full tuition fee waiver; full admissions fee; monthly stipend
  • Number of Awards: Up to 2 students per year
  • Application Deadline: Follows the IUJ admissions cycle (typically March)
  • Programme Start: September 2026
  • Eligible Applicants: Privately funded international students from African countries who receive an IUJ admission and nomination

Scholarship Benefits

  • Provide full tuition fee coverage for your programme.
  • Waive the full admissions fee.
  • Provide a monthly stipend (e.g., approx. ¥150,000 per month) for up to two years.
  • Enable you to concentrate fully on academic success.
  • Strengthen your professional profile for global development roles.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet all of the following:

  • Be a privately funded international applicant (not sponsored externally).
  • Gain admission to an eligible IUJ graduate programme.
  • Be from an African country as defined in the scholarship guidelines.
  • Demonstrate academic excellence and leadership potential.
  • Be available for any interview required by IUJ or MOL during admissions.

Required Documents

Prepare and submit (as required in the IUJ scholarship application section):

  • IUJ admission application and scholarship section.
  • Academic transcripts and previous degree certificates.
  • Proof of nationality and eligibility from an African country.
  • A clear personal motivation statement.
  • Any other materials specified by IUJ for scholarship nomination.

Application Process & Timeline

  1. Apply for IUJ graduate study (Master’s or PhD) before the deadline.
  2. Complete the scholarship section of the online application.
  3. IUJ reviews your application for both admissions and scholarship eligibility.
  4. If selected, IUJ nominates you to Mitsui O.S.K. Lines for final selection.
  5. MOL reviews nominations and confirms scholarship awards.
  6. You receive the decision and prepare for study in Japan.