Hiroshima University Scholarships for International Students 2026

Most Hiroshima University scholarships are designed for degree-seeking students who enroll officially (typically on campus) rather than for standalone online courses.

It’s both, depending on the program. Hiroshima University explicitly offers an English-taught undergraduate degree via the Department of Integrated Global Studies (IGS), and the university’s own messaging has stated that in IGS “all the classes are conducted in English.” Beyond IGS, many bachelor-level programs are primarily Japanese (the university notes that admission procedures and classes are given in Japanese except for some programs). You can also confirm course language via the Hiroshima University syllabus, which labels courses by language of instruction (Japanese/English/bilingual).

Recipient perspective: Bintang shared that “Most courses are conducted in English,” and added that Japanese language courses are available for students who want them.

It depends on the scholarship. Many university/private scholarships do not have a single universal age cap, but major government scholarships can. For instance, MEXT scholarship guidelines include an age condition. Always check the specific scholarship rules for the year you apply, because the age window can vary by scholarship type and intake.

Scholarships are often open to many fields as long as you meet eligibility and merit requirements, but some are program-specific (like IGS funding). Academically, Hiroshima University spans humanities, social sciences, and STEM, including schools such as Letters (humanities), Law, Economics (business-related), Science, Engineering, Informatics & Data Science, and biomedical fields (Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Biomedical & Health Sciences at graduate level).

It varies by scholarship. Some Hiroshima University program scholarships are aimed at non-Japanese nationals. Government scholarships can have nationality rules too; for example, MEXT guidelines state applicants must have the nationality of a country that has diplomatic relations with Japan and that applicants with Japanese nationality are not eligible (with limited dual-nationality exceptions described in the guidelines). In practice, Hiroshima University scholarships may be open broadly to international students, but you must match each scholarship’s nationality and visa/residency conditions.

Language testing depends on the language of instruction and the admissions route. For English-taught study (like IGS), English test proof is commonly used. Bintang reported submitting an “English proficiency test – IELTS, scored 7.5.” For some graduate pathways and scholarship routes, proof can be waived if your prior education was in English; Oluwaseyi said, “I was exempted from submitting any English language test scores” because his prior programs were taught in English.

For Japanese-taught programs, Japanese proficiency (often JLPT or equivalent evidence) may be required for admission and/or for succeeding academically, even if it’s not always a strict admissions checkbox. For scholarships, strong language proof can help, especially for English-taught programs, but some scholarship rules allow exemptions (as Oluwaseyi experienced). Always follow the specific program’s admissions guide and the scholarship’s documentation rules.

There is no single university-wide minimum GPA that applies to every program and scholarship; requirements are program-specific and selection is often holistic. For example, Hiroshima University’s IGS admissions materials emphasize document screening and interviews in English rather than a single numeric cutoff, and scholarships like MEXT are highly competitive and merit-based.

Recipient perspective: rather than citing a posted GPA, recipients often highlight overall profile strength. Bintang emphasized that his mix of academics plus activities showed he was “not only academically capable but also committed to making a positive impact on society.”

A strong academic background usually means solid transcripts plus evidence you can thrive in the program’s language and style of study. For research-heavy scholarships (like MEXT at graduate level), research readiness matters a lot: Oluwaseyi said his application stood out due to “publishing three peer-reviewed research articles” and presenting clear academic goals. For undergraduate entry (like IGS), a compelling personal statement/essays, clear motivation, and consistent achievement can matter alongside test scores; Bintang highlighted essays, an IELTS 7.5 score, and documented achievements/activities.

Documents depend on the program, but Hiroshima University’s IGS admissions guide (Selection System A) lists a clear example set: Personal Statement, Educational Background, proof of eligibility, proof of English language proficiency, academic transcripts and test results, copy of passport, and an application documents checklist. Many programs also require recommendation letters and additional forms.

Recipient perspective (undergraduate/IGS-style): Bintang reported submitting “my high school diploma,” certificates/records of activities, “a recommendation letter,” an English test score, and “Two essays explaining my motivations.”

Recipient perspective (PhD/MEXT-style): Oluwaseyi described preparing a research plan, “a strong academic CV,” recommendation letters, and ensuring “academic transcripts and certificates” were properly certified, plus securing acceptance from a host professor.

Hiroshima University offers undergraduate study through 12 schools (including humanities, business-related economics, STEM, and biomedical fields) and a wide range of graduate degrees across multiple graduate schools. Examples include Engineering, Science, Informatics & Data Science, Applied Biological Science, Economics/management-related graduate programs, and Biomedical & Health Sciences. If you want to browse what’s currently offered (and filter by English vs Japanese), the Hiroshima University syllabus tool lists a “Language of Instruction” code for each class.

• Undergraduate schools include: Integrated Arts and Sciences, Letters (Humanities), Education, Law, Economics, Science, Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Engineering, Applied Biological Science, Informatics and Data Science.
• English-taught undergraduate option: Integrated Global Studies (IGS) (a full-time English program leading to a bachelor’s degree).

Yes. Hiroshima University publishes standard fees by student status. For example, the application fee is listed as JPY 17,000 for undergraduate applicants, and JPY 30,000 for graduate applicants (master’s/doctoral), with separate fees for non-degree research students. Check the latest guidelines for the updated information.