【Scholarship】Gunma University President’s Incentive Program for Outstanding Doctoral Students
Gunma University (GU) is pleased to announce the establishment of a new Presidential Incentive Program providing financial support to outstanding doctoral students from overseas.? This program is designed to assist exceptional students in commencing their research at GU.? Applications are made through a faculty member at GU who will supervise the student’s research. Prospective applicants are encouraged to discuss their application with a potential supervisor at GU.
Key Features:
- Presidential Selection: The President of Gunma University will personally select the recipients.
- Eligibility: The program is open to international students enrolling in doctoral programs at GU during the 2025-2026 academic year.
- Target Regions: Priority will be given to applicants from Southeast Asia, India, and Colombia.
- Partnership University Preference: Applicants from universities with which GU has international exchange agreements will be given preferential consideration.
- Notification: Decisions on acceptance, grant’s amounts, will be made upon acceptance.
- Funding: The program has a budget of 3 million yen for one year.
Successful applicants will receive a one-time grant to facilitate a smooth start to their research at GU. This grant will be disbursed promptly upon arrival in Japan. - Funding Period: The grant covers a one-year period.
- Application Process: Prospective applicants should contact a faculty member at Gunma University who is willing to supervise their research. Further details regarding the application process will be provided by the supervising faculty member.
Link to Japanese Website: https://sites.google.com/gunma-u.ac.jp/fsisdp/home