Gotoh Tokyu Group Scholarship 2027 in Japan (Fully Funded)
The Gotoh Tokyu Group Scholarship 2027 is now open for outstanding international students who wish to pursue a Master’s degree followed by a PhD at Tokyo City University (TCU), Japan. This prestigious scholarship is funded by the Gotoh Educational Corporation Tokyu Group and aims to support talented students from around the world who have excellent academic records and strong research potential.
The scholarship provides generous financial assistance, including tuition fee waivers, accommodation support, and an annual scholarship grant, allowing recipients to focus on their studies and research in Japan.
Students interested in graduate studies in engineering, environmental sciences, and information sciences are encouraged to apply before the application deadline.
Scholarship Summary
- Scholarship Name: Gotoh Tokyu Group Scholarship 2027
- Host Country: Japan
- Host University: Tokyo City University (TCU)
- Degree Level: Master's, PhD
- Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
- Eligible Nationality: All Nationalities
- Available Subjects: Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Information Sciences
- Application Deadline: 25 September 2026
Degree Level
The scholarship supports the following graduate programmes:
- Master's Degree
- Doctoral (PhD) Degree
The programme is designed for students who intend to continue from a master's programme into a doctoral programme at Tokyo City University.
Available Subjects
The scholarship is available in graduate programmes offered by:
- Integrative Science and Engineering
- Environmental and Information Studies
Applicants should select a research area that matches the expertise of their prospective academic supervisor.
Benefits
The Gotoh Tokyu Group Scholarship provides comprehensive financial support, including:
- Annual scholarship of ¥1,000,000
- Full tuition fee waiver
- Full admission (entrance) fee waiver
- University accommodation support
- Initial dormitory rent covered
- Continued dormitory rent support during the scholarship period
- Opportunity to study in Japan with reduced financial burden
Note: Applicants are responsible for paying the university application fee as well as utility charges, cleaning costs, and any repair expenses for university accommodation.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Gotoh Tokyu Group Scholarship 2027, applicants should meet the following requirements:
- Applicants from all countries are eligible.
- Must have completed at least 16 years of formal education.
- Should have completed a bachelor's degree within the previous two years.
- Must demonstrate outstanding academic performance.
- Preference is given to students ranked among the top 10% of their university or country.
- A recommendation letter from the university president or an equivalent senior university authority is required.
- Applicants must not be receiving another scholarship.
- Must be willing to enrol in both the master's and doctoral programmes at Tokyo City University.
- Applicants must receive approval from a prospective academic supervisor before submitting the final application.
Application Procedure
Applicants must complete the following steps:
- Review the graduate programmes offered by Tokyo City University.
- Choose a research field that matches your academic background.
- Complete the Prior Consultation Form (Forms B & D).
- Submit the consultation form to Tokyo City University.
- The university will help identify a suitable academic supervisor.
- Obtain approval from the prospective supervisor.
- Complete and submit the official scholarship application with all required documents before the deadline.
- Wait for the university's evaluation and final selection results.
Required Documents
Applicants may be asked to submit:
- Completed scholarship application form
- Prior Consultation Forms (B & D)
- Bachelor's degree certificate
- Academic transcripts
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Passport copy
- Research proposal
- Letter of recommendation
- English language proficiency documents (if required)
- Any additional documents requested by Tokyo City University
Why Study at Tokyo City University?
Tokyo City University is one of Japan's respected private universities, recognised for education and research in engineering, environmental science, urban development, and information technology. Students benefit from modern research facilities, experienced faculty, international collaborations, and opportunities to conduct advanced research in Japan.
Application Deadline
The last date to apply for the Gotoh Tokyu Group Scholarship 2027 is:
25 September 2026
Applicants are encouraged to begin the supervisor consultation process well before the deadline.