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  • 14 Universities in Japan

    UNHCR - Refugee Higher Education Program

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    About this scholarship

    UNHCR-Refugee Higher Education Program (RHEP) is a program implemented by thirteen universities in Japan which supports:

    • refugees who live in Japan,
    • to complete a undergraduate or graduate degree program,
    • through scholarships from the universities.

    The aim of the program is to provide access to higher education for refugees in Japan who would otherwise have difficulty completing an undergraduate or graduate degree program. The students’ tuition fees and other study expenses will be funded by the universities. At the discretion of the universities, additional scholarship stipends may be paid to the students on a monthly basis.

    Review the website for a full list of universities, number of opportunities, language of instruction, and eligibility. Tsuda University and University of the Sacred Heart in Tokyo only accept female candidates.

  • Who can apply?

    Who is this opportunity for?
    Refugees and asylum seekers living in the country of the scholarship
    Eligible nationalities
    All nationalities
    Age limit at the time of application
    Not specified
    Eligible country of asylum
    Japan
    Language skills required
    Depends on University, e.g. EJU, JLPT
    Language of instruction
    English, Japanese, language offerings depend on university
    Required status documents
    Documents certifying residency status in Japan, Resident registration form, and certificate of refugee status or certificate of resettlement record or proof of refugee status (please refer to the application guidelines)

  • What is included?

    Type of funding
    Full scholarship (See provider website for more detail)
    Application fee?
    No direct charges, but the academic institution may charge separate application fees
    Covered in this program
    Tuition
    Monthly stipend (e.g. food allowance)

  • How can I apply?

    Deadline for applications
    No deadline
    How to apply?

    Please check RHEP websites 

    Application for programmes in Japanese: https://rhep-japanforunhcr.org/application/

    Application for programmes in English: https://rhep-japanforunhcr.org/en-application/

  • For more details, contact the provider

  • Other details about this scholarship

    Types of visa granted on arrival
    N/A
    Are there options for me to stay after study has ended?
    Not applicable
    Am I allowed to work while studying?
    Yes
    Can my family come with me?
    Not applicable

  • Disclaimer

    The content presented on this site has originated from the third party providers. UNHCR is not responsible for the application process or oversight of the opportunities presented here. Questions on a particular opportunity should be directed to the relevant provider.

Looking for more help or information?

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