How to Apply

The International Graduate Program in our graduate school follows a four-quarter system with Autumn, Winter, Spring and Summer terms.
Master's course begins in the autumn term starting in October (October Entry).
(Note that the Japanese taught standard course begins in the spring term (April Entry))
Doctoral course begins in either the autumn term (October Entry) or the spring term (April Entry).

You can apply as a self-funded student or for a scholarship to study in our graduate school. If you want to apply for the Japanese Government Scholarship, MEXT (Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science, and Technology) scholarship, there are two ways: MEXT (embassy recommended) and MEXT (university selection). MEXT (embassy recommended) is available for Master's and PhD programs, and the application should be submitted through your local Japanese embassy or consulate. MEXT (university selection), for which we have eight places available, is only for the PhD program in our graduate school, and the application should be submitted directly to us. The Faculty of Agriculture also offers up to two scholarships for the PhD program that are available for all non-Japanese nationals, even for those who live in Japan. For the Master's program, we have ADB-JSP scholarships for those who are nationals of ADB borrowing member countries and meet all the eligibility conditions. Another scholarship option for the Master's program is a JDS scholarship. Currently, we accept JDS scholars from Viet Nam, Myanmar, Laos, and Ghana. Note that the application/selection schedules are different for each scholarship.

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Selection Schedule

General Application (Autumn Term Entry)
Applicants can apply during three application periods: the 1st. 2nd, and 3rd application periods. Application submitted during any of three periods have an equal chance of success.

General Application (Spring Term Entry)

MEXT scholarship (Kyushu University recommendation)

Faculty of Agriculture Scholarship

ADB-JSP

Application Guideline

General application (private student) for Master's course and Doctor's course (October Entry)

If you are applying for the 'JICA International Distance Doctoral Course Program' then you should apply for the "Doctoral Course" (October Entry or April Entry) of the International Graduate Program as a private student. For further information see the "Guidelines for Application" appropriate for your entry date.

General application (private student) for Doctor's course (April Entry)

Application for the MEXT (University recommendation)

ADB-JSP scholarship application

Faculty of Agriculture Scholarship Application

【To the applicants of the Faculty of Agriculture Scholarship】 Only pay the application fee after you have received confirmation from your supervisor that you have passed the preliminary screening.

Scholarships

Japanese Government Scholarship MEXT (Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science, and Technology) scholarship (Kyushu University recommendation)	This scholarship program was established by the Government of Japan in order to promote the acceptance of international students from all over the world. 8 students for Doctoral course To apply for MEXT (Kyushu University recommendation), complete the appropriate section of the online admission application form.
Asian Development Bank - Japan Scholarship Program (ADB-JSP)	2 students for Master's course To apply for ADB-JSP scholarship, complete the appropriate section of the online admission application form. ENTRY Form (ADB-JSP)
Faculty of Agriculture Scholarship	2 students for Doctoral course This is a special scholarship supported by Faculty of Agriculture, Kyushu University. To apply for Faculty of Agriculture Scholarship, complete the appropriate section of the online admission application form. 【To the applicants of the Faculty of Agriculture Scholarship】 Only pay the application fee after you have received confirmation from your supervisor that you have passed the preliminary screening.
MEXT scholarship (embassy recommendation)	https://www.isc.kyushu-u.ac.jp/intlweb/en/student/government-expense
JDS Master's program	2 students for Viet Nam, 2 students for Cambodia and 2 students for Senegal go to JDS programs at Kyushu University web site
JDS Ph.D program	Only for those who have completed the JDS Master's program for Ph.D program go to JDS programs at Kyushu University web site
Other scholarships	Other scholarships are offered by private foundations, international associations, and local governments. This information is valid for the currently enrolled students and is subject to change in future years. The most up to date information are available here.

Online Entry

Requirements for MEXT and ADB Scholarships