The JERA Asia Scholarship 2026 at the International University of Japan (IUJ) helps international students from Asian countries pursue master’s or other graduate studies in Japan. It funds full tuition, the admission fee, and provides a generous monthly stipend. The award lets you focus fully on your study and development as a future leader in Asia.

About the JERA Asia Scholarship 2026

The scholarship is funded by JERA Co., Inc., one of Japan’s largest energy companies. It supports students from Asian nations who plan to study at IUJ. JERA aims to foster talented graduates who will contribute to economic and social development in Asia. IUJ nominates eligible candidates to JERA for selection.

Why Choose The JERA Asia Scholarship 2026?

This scholarship covers the main costs of study in Japan, so you can focus on learning and professional growth. It pays your full tuition and admission fee. It also gives you a monthly stipend to support living expenses. Studying at IUJ helps you gain a global outlook and build skills relevant to regional development and energy sectors.

JERA Asia Scholarship 2026 Summary

  • Host Country: Japan
  • Host Institution: International University of Japan (IUJ)
  • Scholarship Name: JERA Asia Scholarship
  • Study Level: Master’s / Graduate (Postgraduate)
  • Coverage: Full tuition fee; full admission fee; generous monthly stipend
  • Application Deadline: 15 April 2026
  • Programme Start: September 2026
  • Eligible Applicants: Privately funded international students from Asian countries accepted into IUJ graduate programmes

Scholarship Benefits

  • Provide full tuition coverage for the duration of your programme.
  • Cover the full admission fee charged by IUJ.
  • Offer a generous monthly stipend (e.g., ~¥150,000/month) to support living costs.
  • Enable focused study without major financial stress.
  • Build your profile for future leadership and regional impact roles in Asia.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify, you must:

  • Be a privately funded international student (no external sponsorship).
  • Be a national of an Asian country.
  • Gain admission to an eligible IUJ graduate programme (e.g., two-year master’s).
  • Demonstrate strong academic performance and leadership potential.
  • Be willing to commit to study at IUJ starting in September 2026.

Required Documents

Prepare and submit:

  • Completed the IUJ online admissions application, including the scholarship section.
  • Academic transcripts from your bachelor’s degree.
  • Degree certificate or proof of expected graduation.
  • Proof of nationality from an eligible Asian country.
  • A clear personal statement or statement of purpose (if requested).
  • Any other IUJ scholarship forms as instructed by the online portal.

Application Process & Timeline

  1. Choose your graduate programme at IUJ and check eligibility.
  2. Start the IUJ online application and fill in the scholarship section.
  3. Upload all required documents before the admissions deadline.
  4. IUJ reviews your application for both admission and scholarship nomination.
  5. If eligible, IUJ nominates you to JERA Co., Inc. for final selection.
  6. JERA reviews nominations and confirms scholarship awards.
  7. If selected, receive your decision and prepare for study in Japan.