Kochi University's Unique Scholarship Program
Kochi University Student Support Fund Scholarship (Open to All Faculties)
The "Kochi University Academic Support Fund Scholarship" is a non-repayable scholarship program funded by the "Kochi University Academic Support Fund," which is supported by donations from Kochi University faculty and staff, alumni, companies within Kochi Prefecture, and residents of the prefecture. Its purpose is to support students who face financial difficulties in pursuing their studies and to contribute to the development of human resources who will support the future of Kochi Prefecture and Japan.
Many of our donors support Kochi University students’ education while placing great expectations on their future achievements. Please make active use of this scholarship to focus on your studies and pursue your aspirations.
Applicants should review the application guidelines posted in the “Scholarships” category of the KULAS announcements.
(Scheduled for FY 2025)
| Name of the program | Grant / Loan | Target | Payment amount | Number of people |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kochi University Student Support Endowment Scholarship | benefits | Undergraduate student | 1 year 300,000 yen/year | 20 people or fewer |
| Application Period | Eligibility and Requirements | Department in Charge | ||
| Around July 2024 *Details will be posted on KULAS as soon as they are finalized. | Students enrolled in the undergraduate programs at this university who meet all of the following criteria: ① Demonstrate a strong desire to study and are expected to achieve results consistent with the university’s educational goals ② Meet the household income criteria specified in the “Kochi University Criteria for Selection for Tuition Exemption and Deferment” ③ Have received a recommendation from an academic advisor | (Asakura Campus) Student Support Division, Scholarship Section TEL 088-844-8565 TEL 088-844-8095 (Okatoyo Campus) Student Affairs Office, Student Support Section TEL 088-880-2268 (Monobe Campus) Monobe General Affairs Office, Academic Affairs Section, Scholarship Division TEL 088-864-5116 | ||
Kochi University School of Medicine Okayama Scholarship Program (for School of Medicine students)
This program provides one-year scholarships to students enrolled in the University’s School of Medicine who have difficulty covering their educational expenses (excluding international students). As a general rule, students who fall under the following categories are not eligible; however, this does not apply in cases of special circumstances.
1. Students who have not applied for a Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) scholarship
2. Students who failed to meet the promotion requirements in the previous academic year, etc.
Applicants should consult with their academic advisor, have the "Reason for Recommendation" section of the designated application form (available from the Student Affairs Office) completed and signed, and submit it to the Student Affairs Office of the Faculty of Medicine and Hospital Administration. Applications should be submitted as soon as the need arises. Please note that only a limited number of students are selected each year.
| Name of the program | Grant / Loan | Target | Payment amount | Number of people | Application Period | Qualifications and Requirements | Department in Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Okato Medical School Scholarship Foundation Scholarship | benefits | medical student | For one year starting from the month your salary begins Up to 40,000 yen per month | A few positions per year | Applications accepted at any time | Students facing financial difficulties *Excluding international students and students who fall under the following categories Students who have not applied for a Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) scholarship Students who failed to advance to the next grade level in the previous academic year | Faculty of Medicine and Hospital Administration, Student Affairs Office Tel 088-880-2268 |
Kochi University School of Medicine Kotani Scholarship (for students in the Department of Medicine)
This scholarship is awarded for one year to students enrolled in the School of Medicine who face financial difficulties in continuing their studies (excluding international students).
The Student Affairs Office will send notifications to Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) grant recipients (Categories II–IV) who are eligible to apply for this scholarship.
| Name of the program | Grant / Loan | Target | Payment amount | Number of people | Application Period | Qualifications and Requirements | Department in Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kochi University School of Medicine Kotani Scholarship | benefits | Students enrolled in the School of Medicine | The amounts vary depending on the support category (II, III, IV) of the Japan Student Services Organization’s grant-type scholarships. Category II Grant amount (annual): 178,600 yen Category III Grant amount (annual): 178,600 yen Category IV Grant amount (annual): 44,650 yen | A few positions per year | Around August | Students enrolled in the School of Medicine (excluding international students) who meet all of the following conditions: (1) Be a grant-type scholarship recipient of the Japan Student Services Organization (hereinafter referred to as “JASSO”) (excluding grant-type scholarship recipients selected under Support Category I). (2) The student must not be receiving any other scholarships or loans, excluding those from the JASSO. (3) The student must not have been granted a tuition exemption under Article 2 of the Kochi University Regulations on Tuition and Board Exemptions and Deferrals of Tuition Collection. (4) The student must not have received any disciplinary action as prescribed in Article 20, Paragraph 2 of the Kochi University Regulations. | Faculty of Medicine and Hospital Administration, Student Affairs Office Tel 088-880-2268 |
Kochi University Ikechi Scholarship (for students in the Faculty of Agriculture and the Faculty of Agricultural, Forestry, and Marine Sciences)
This scholarship is awarded to students (excluding international students) enrolled in the Department of Agricultural, Forestry, and Environmental Sciences within the Faculty of Agricultural, Forestry, and Marine Sciences who demonstrate academic excellence and strong character but face financial difficulties in covering their tuition and living expenses. Prospective applicants should contact the Academic Affairs Office in the Monobe General Affairs Division.
| Name of the program | Grant / Loan | Target | Payment amount | Number of people | Application Period | Qualifications and Requirements | Department in Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
, Kochi University | benefits | Students enrolled in the Department of Agricultural and Forestry Resource and Environmental Sciences or the Department of Agricultural and Forestry Resource Sciences within the Faculty of Agricultural, Forestry, and Marine Sciences | For the first 10 months starting from the month of hire Up to 5,000 yen per month | One person per year | At the start of the fiscal year | Students who have difficulty covering tuition costs and do not receive scholarships from other sources (Students from high schools in Kochi Prefecture who demonstrate academic excellence and strong moral character) | Faculty of Agriculture, Forestry, and Marine Sciences, Monobe General Affairs Section, Academic Affairs Office Tel 088-864-5116 |