Applicants must:

Be international students.

Hold a Bachelor's degree (for Master's) or Master's degree (for PhD).

Meet specific academic and English language proficiency requirements.

Secure a supervisor within GSFS.

Open to international students from all countries, including African nations.

The Graduate School of Frontier Sciences (GSFS) at the University of Tokyo offers various international graduate programs for Master's and PhD students. These programs are research-intensive and cover a wide range of scientific and engineering fields. Many students in these programs secure funding through MEXT scholarships or university-specific research grants.

Application periods for Fall 2027 intake typically run from October to December 2026.

While not a standalone scholarship, successful applicants are often eligible for MEXT scholarships or university-funded research assistantships which provide full tuition waivers, a monthly stipend, and sometimes travel support. Specific benefits depend on the funding source secured.