Tokyo Metropolitan University Scholarship 2026 (Fully Funded)

Applications are now open for the Tokyo Metropolitan University (TMU) Scholarship 2026, a fully funded opportunity for international students to pursue Master’s or Ph.D. degrees in Japan. This prestigious scholarship, part of the Tokyo Global Partner Scholarship Program, supports fields like Human Health Sciences, Systems Design, Urban Environmental Sciences, Humanities, Law and Politics, Management, and Science.

With a deadline of October 10, 2025, it welcomes applicants from TMU partner institutions, Asian countries, or Tokyo’s sister cities, covering international airfare, tuition, admission fees, and a monthly stipend. There is no application fee, making it accessible for eligible candidates worldwide. You can check out BS, MS, PhD and postdoc positions here. 

Key Details

• Host Country: Japan
• University: Tokyo Metropolitan University (TMU)
• Degree Levels: Master’s (2 years), Ph.D. (3 years)
• Fields of Study: Human Health Sciences, Systems Design, Urban Environmental Sciences, Humanities, Law and Politics, Management, Science
• Funding: Fully funded (international airfare, tuition fees, admission fees, 150,000 yen monthly stipend)
• Application Deadline: October 10, 2025
• Application Fee: Fully exempted

Financial Benefits

The scholarship provides comprehensive financial support, allowing students to focus on their studies and research. It includes:

• International Airfare: Economy-class tickets from your home country’s nearest international airport to Narita or Haneda Airport (and return after degree completion).
• Tuition Fees: Full exemption for the entire program duration (2 years for Master’s, 3 years for Ph.D.).
• Admission Fees: Fully covered.
• Monthly Stipend: 150,000 yen per month to cover living expenses.
• Housing Referral Services: Assistance in finding housing (note: rent and other living expenses are the student’s responsibility).

Also check: NTU Global Connect Fellowship 2026 (Fully Funded)

Available Graduate Programs

TMU offers a wide range of graduate programs across various disciplines. Below is a list of available courses:

Master’s Programs (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

Also check: SIIT University EFS Graduate Scholarship 2026 in Thailand

Ph.D. Programs (3 Years)

• Graduate School of Humanities:
  • Sociology
  • Social Anthropology
  • Social Welfare
  • Psychology
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Pedagogy
  • Language Sciences
  • Japanese Language Education
  • Philosophy (Philosophy, Classical Studies)
  • History
  • Studies of Culture and Representation
  • Intercultural Studies of Japanese and Asia (Japanese, Chinese)
  • Intercultural Studies of European and American (English, German, French)
• 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

Check this: Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship 2026 (All Disciplines)

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the TMU Scholarship 2026, you must meet the following requirements:

Academic Requirements

• Master’s Applicants: Must be enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program or have equivalent academic qualifications (recognized by TMU). Must be at least 22 years old at enrollment.
• Ph.D. Applicants: Must be enrolled in a master’s degree program or have equivalent academic qualifications (recognized by TMU). Must be at least 24 years old at enrollment.
• GPA Requirement: A minimum GPA of 2.30 from your current or most recent academic institution. You must maintain this GPA during the scholarship period.

Applicants must be affiliated with:

• A TMU partner institution (check the list of partner universities).
• A higher education institution, research institution, governmental organization, or company located in:
  • Tokyo’s Sister and Friendship Cities/States (e.g., New York City, Beijing, Seoul, Jakarta, London, etc.).
  • Any Asian country/region (e.g., Pakistan, India, China, South Korea, Thailand, Vietnam, etc.).
• Alternatively, applicants enrolled in a master’s program in Japan with a “Student” visa status are eligible.

Also check: Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation Doctoral Scholarship

Language Proficiency

Applicants must meet one of the following:

• Japanese:
  • Passed JLPT N2 or higher, or
  • Completed an educational program in Japanese, or
  • Demonstrated equivalent Japanese proficiency (as judged by TMU).
• English:
  • B2 level or higher on the CEFR scale (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent), or
  • Completed an educational program in English, or
  • Demonstrated equivalent English proficiency (as judged by TMU).
• Basic Japanese Commitment: Willingness to learn basic Japanese (up to daily conversation level) by program completion.

Also check: Stanford’s Asia-Pacific Research Center Fellowships (2026/27)

Application Process

1. Review Eligibility: Ensure you meet all academic, institutional, and language requirements.
2. Prepare Documents: Gather required documents, including academic transcripts