Japan
Search through the funding options that are available for SFU students pursuing study abroad programs through ISS.
Some of these funding options are available through SFU, while others are offered by external organizations. If you are interested in any of these programs, please contact the program sponsor directly.
In addition to these listings, you should also research:
- Funding through SFU: SFU Financial Aid and Awards has comprehensive listings of all funding available through SFU
- External funding: You may be able to find other sources of funding based on your own background, interests, or plans abroad.
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JASSO Student Exchange Support Program (Japan)
This scholarship is available for qualified international students accepted by Japanese universities or graduate schools under the student exchange agreement on a short-term basis from about three months to one year. All applications will be processed through the Japanese host institutions once students are nominated for exchange.
MEXT (Monbukagakusho) Scholarships (Japan)
Japanese Studies Scholarship: For undergraduate university students interested in deepening their understanding of the Japanese language, culture and affairs. The scholarship aims to promote mutual understanding and friendly ties between Japan and other countries.
Term: Approximately one year, beginning in October
Value: 134,000 yen per month (terms subject to change).
Application forms are usually available in early January, each year.
Mitsubishi Canada Limited Student Exchange Awards
The Mitsubishi Canada Limited Endowment Fund was established at Simon Fraser University in 2006 with a generous donation from Mitsubishi Canada Limited and matching funds from the Burnaby Mountain Endowment Fund Matching Program.
The purpose of the endowment is to facilitate student exchange between Simon Fraser University and universities in Japan, effectively promote cultural exchange and understanding between Canada and Japan.
The Mitsubishi Canada Limited Student Exchange Awards will be awarded annually to an undergraduate student or students who is/are undertaking study in Japan on a Formal Exchange Program with one of SFU's Japanese exchange partners.
Eligibility:
- 2.7 Cumulative grade point average
- Completion of at least one year of study at SFU
- Two letters of reference from faculty
- Accepted for enrollment by one of SFU's Japanese exchange partners
Awards will be made on the basis of academic performance. The awards will be made by the Senate Undergraduate Adjudication Committee on the nomination of the Director, International Services for Students.
Value: $2000
Ritsumeikan University Scholarships (JASSO and RUSSES) (Japan)
This competitive RUSSES scholarship is provided by Ritsumeikan to exceptional partner university students who will be enrolled in the Study in Kyoto Program for either one semester or one year.
Value: A monthly stipend of ¥40,000 for a period of four or ten months