The UNU Resona Bank Scholarship 2026 enables talented international students to pursue a Master’s degree (MSc in Sustainability) at the United Nations University – Institute for the Advanced Study of Sustainability (UNU-IAS) in Tokyo, Japan. UNU-IAS awards this scholarship to help you cover tuition and living costs so you can focus fully on your academic and professional development.

About the Resona Bank Scholarship 2026

UNU-IAS offers the Resona Bank Scholarship as one of multiple competitive funding options for students admitted to the MSc in Sustainability program. UNU-IAS considers all eligible applicants automatically when they submit their MSc application — you do not need a separate scholarship form. The Resona Bank Scholarship awards support for tuition, monthly living expenses, and travel costs so you can study in Japan with financial peace of mind.

Why Choose The Resona Bank Scholarship 2026?

You should choose the Resona Bank Scholarship because it:

  • Pays your full tuition fees for the two-year MSc in Sustainability program.
  • Provides a monthly living stipend of JPY 130,000 to support your daily expenses during study (for up to 24 months).
  • Covers travel costs to and from Japan up to JPY 260,000, helping you manage relocation expenses.
  • Lets you study at a United Nations research institute focused on global sustainability challenges.
  • Enhances your academic profile and career opportunities through interdisciplinary training and UN-aligned research.

Resona Bank Scholarship 2026 Summary

  • Host Country: Japan
  • Host Institution: United Nations University – Institute for the Advanced Study of Sustainability (UNU-IAS)
  • Scholarship Name: Resona Bank Scholarship
  • Study Level: Master’s (Postgraduate)
  • Program: MSc in Sustainability
  • Coverage: Full tuition fee waiver; JPY 130,000 monthly stipend; travel cost support (up to JPY 260,000)
  • Application Deadline: February 01, 2026
  • Program Start: September 2026 (typical UNU-IAS academic year)
  • Eligible Applicants: Students from developing countries on the OECD DAC list who gain admission to UNU-IAS and show financial need

Scholarship Benefits

  • Full tuition coverage — UNU-IAS pays your tuition fees in full.
  • Monthly living stipend of JPY 130,000 — UNU-IAS provides this allowance for up to 24 months to help you cover living costs.
  • Travel cost support — UNU-IAS pays travel expenses to and from Japan up to JPY 260,000.
  • Opportunity to focus fully on academic research in an internationally focused sustainability program.

Eligibility Criteria

You must meet all of the following:

  • Gain admission to the MSc in Sustainability at UNU-IAS.
  • Come from a developing country on the latest OECD DAC list of ODA recipients and demonstrate genuine financial need.
  • Have an interest in the broader work of the United Nations and sustainability.
  • Not living in Japan on a working visa at the time of application.
  • Not hold another postgraduate degree (including a previous master’s) — i.e., pursue your first master’s degree at UNU-IAS.
  • Not hold another concurrent scholarship during your MSc program.

Required Documents

UNU-IAS will assess your scholarship eligibility using your main MSc application materials. Prepare the following:

  • Completed UNU-IAS MSc in Sustainability application (including transcript, CV, personal statement, etc.).
  • Proof of nationality from your home country (OECD DAC list).
  • Financial need documentation that shows your financial situation.
  • Any additional documents that UNU-IAS requests after reviewing your application.

You do not submit a separate form for the Resona Bank Scholarship — UNU-IAS evaluates you automatically when you apply for the MSc program.

Application Process & Timeline

  1. Choose the MSc in Sustainability at UNU-IAS and check all admission requirements.
  2. Prepare your academic and financial documents (transcripts, CV, statement of purpose).
  3. Submit your MSc admission application by UNU-IAS’s deadline (typically early 2026).
  4. UNU-IAS will review your application automatically for scholarship eligibility — no separate scholarship form required.
  5. Receive your admission and scholarship decision around spring 2026.
  6. Accept your offer and prepare for study in Tokyo (visa, housing, travel).
  7. Begin your MSc in Sustainability with your scholarship benefits in place.