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CWAJ Graduate Scholarships 2027 in Japan (Funded)

Last updated Jul 22, 2026

Deadline

2026-10-05

Country

Japan

Level

phd

Organization

CWAJ (The College Women's Association of Japan)

Field

All fields

Funding

fully funded

Overview

The CWAJ Graduate Scholarship is a privately funded program designed to support non-Japanese female researchers pursuing doctoral degrees at Japanese universities.

Coverage

Successful applicants receive 2,000,000 Japanese yen annually to assist with living expenses, research fees, tuition, housing, and academic supplies.

Eligibility

Applicants must be non-Japanese women who are not permanent residents of Japan. You must be currently residing in Japan at the time of application and be enrolled in a PhD program at a Japanese university between April 2027 and March 2028.

Requirements

Applicants must provide a completed application form, degree certificate, academic transcript, valid passport, updated CV/resume, and a personal statement. Additional requirements may be found in the official application guidelines.

How to apply

Interested candidates should visit the official Institute of Science Tokyo announcement page to download the application guidelines and follow the specific submission instructions provided by the CWAJ foundation.

Notes

This scholarship is specifically for those already based in Japan. It is not an 'apply from abroad' program.

Source & Verification

Host organization: CWAJ (The College Women's Association of Japan)

Original source: BrightScholarship

Official application page: https://students.isct.ac.jp/en/news/15u4o1h9ix0s

Verify the deadline, eligibility, and document list on the official website before applying.

How to Apply

1

Read the full requirements

Visit the official application page and read all eligibility criteria carefully before investing time in the application.
2

Gather your documents

Collect transcripts, certificates, and references. Official copies may require apostille — start this process early.
3

Request recommendation letters

Contact your referees at least 4–6 weeks before the deadline. Brief them on the scholarship and your goals.
4

Write your motivation letter

Be specific about your goals, why you chose this program, and your plan to contribute to Ethiopia after completing your studies.
5

Proofread and submit early

Submit at least 3–5 days before the deadline. Technical issues are common — never submit on the last day.