IUJ Nakayama Scholarship 2027: Full Tuition + ¥100k

Japan · International University of Japan · Graduate Scholarship

The S. Nakayama Memorial Scholarship at the International University of Japan (IUJ) supports eligible master’s and PhD applicants through tuition reductions ranging from 30% to 100%. The top Nakayama 100 Premium tier adds a partial admission-fee exemption and a ¥100,000 monthly stipend. IUJ’s 2027 admissions cycle is open, and scholarship consideration is completed within the admissions application.

2027 ADMISSIONS OPEN MASTER’S + PHD 30–100% TUITION PREMIUM: ¥100K / MONTH

Current Status Funding Tiers 2027 Deadlines Official Sources ↓

2027 applications are open. IUJ opened its 2027 online admissions cycle on 15 September 2026. Scholarship applications are completed in Phase 2 of the IUJ online application and follow the applicable admission deadline.

Scholarship availability is competitive. IUJ offers a limited number of Nakayama awards. Applying for a scholarship does not affect the admission decision, and admission does not guarantee scholarship funding.

IUJ Nakayama Scholarship 2027: Current Status

OPEN2027 admissions cycle

30–100%Tuition-support tiers

¥100,000Premium monthly stipend

Master’s + PhDCurrent IUJ eligibility

Scholarship	S. Nakayama Memorial Scholarship
University	International University of Japan (IUJ)
Location	Niigata, Japan
Current cycle	2027 admissions open
Study levels	Eligible master’s and PhD programmes
Scholarship tiers	Nakayama 100 Premium, 100, 90, 70, 50 and 30
Application route	IUJ online application → Phase 2 scholarship section
Scholarship deadline	Same as the applicable IUJ admission deadline
Last verified	4 October 2026

What Is the S. Nakayama Memorial Scholarship?

The S. Nakayama Memorial Scholarship is an IUJ-funded scholarship programme for newly enrolling graduate students. IUJ states that recipients are expected to participate actively in the university and local community, deepen their understanding of Japanese society and develop leadership capabilities that can contribute internationally after graduation.

IUJ’s current scholarship information lists Nakayama support for both master’s students and PhD students. Awards are competitive and are considered as part of the admission process.

This is not a stand-alone external fellowship. Applicants first complete the IUJ admission application and then apply for scholarship consideration inside the same online system.

Nakayama Scholarship Funding Tiers

Scholarship Tier	Current IUJ Support
Nakayama 100 Premium	100% tuition + partial admission-fee exemption + ¥100,000/month stipend
Nakayama 100	100% tuition support
Nakayama 90	90% tuition support
Nakayama 70	70% tuition support
Nakayama 50	50% tuition support
Nakayama 30	30% tuition support

Current Master’s Tuition Context

IUJ’s current tuition page lists tuition of ¥3,200,000 per academic year for two-year programmes and ¥3,900,000 for one-year programmes. The standard admission fee is ¥300,000.

For Nakayama 100 Premium, IUJ’s current scholarship listing describes full tuition, a partial admission-fee exemption and a ¥100,000 monthly stipend. Exact scholarship accounting and any remaining admission-fee balance should be confirmed in the award notice.

Who Can Apply?

Requirement	Current IUJ Position
Applicant status	Applicants to eligible IUJ master’s or PhD programmes who seek scholarship consideration
Funding route	Scholarship consideration is integrated with IUJ admission
Visa	Most IUJ-administered scholarships require non-Japanese recipients to hold a Japan Student Visa
Academic profile	Scholarships are competitive; IUJ gives priority to strong academic performance for Nakayama awards
Scholarship form	Must complete the scholarship section in Phase 2 of the online application
Timing	Scholarship application must be submitted by the same deadline as the admission application

Do not rely on the old description that Nakayama funding is only for non-Japanese master’s students. IUJ’s current scholarship page explicitly lists Nakayama support for both master’s and PhD students.

IUJ 2027 Admission and Scholarship Deadlines

Scholarship deadlines follow the relevant IUJ admission deadline. The current 2027 schedules are:

Applicant / Programme	Round 1	Round 2	Round 3
International master’s — GSIR / GSIM	10 Dec 2026	11 Feb 2027	14 Apr 2027
Domestic master’s — GSIR / GSIM	21 Jan 2027	23 Mar 2027	27 May 2027
PhD — international and domestic	16 Nov 2026	16 Feb 2027	16 Apr 2027

Applicants seeking the strongest scholarship consideration should apply early. IUJ’s scholarship guidance has historically recommended the first or second admission rounds because high-value scholarships become much less likely in the final round.

How to Apply for the IUJ Nakayama Scholarship

Select your IUJ programme: choose the appropriate master’s or PhD programme and review its admission requirements.
Create an IUJ online-application account: the 2027 application system is currently open.
Complete the admission application: upload the required academic, professional and programme-specific materials.
Select the appropriate sponsorship status: non-sponsored applicants seeking IUJ funding should follow the scholarship instructions in the portal.
Complete Phase 2: fill in the scholarship section after the main application.
Submit by the admission deadline: scholarship and admission deadlines are aligned.
Wait for scholarship consideration: IUJ evaluates direct-award scholarships alongside the admissions process.

There is no separate public Nakayama application portal. The scholarship application is embedded in IUJ’s admission system.

Duration, Renewal and Important Conditions

IUJ scholarship guidelines describe Nakayama awards as initially granted for one year. Students with commendable academic performance may receive an extension for the following year. For eligible PhD recipients, a further extension into the third year may be possible under the applicable scholarship guidelines.

Academic performance: renewal depends on satisfactory or commendable progress.
Premium stipend interaction: IUJ guidance states that if a Nakayama 100 Premium recipient later receives another monthly living stipend other than JASSO, the ¥100,000 Premium stipend may be terminated.
Community participation: Nakayama scholars are expected to contribute positively to IUJ and the surrounding community.
Residence: IUJ guidance generally expects Nakayama recipients to live in IUJ dormitories, subject to university housing arrangements.

IUJ Costs and Financial Planning

Standard admission fee	¥300,000 one-time
Two-year master’s tuition	¥3,200,000 per academic year
One-year master’s tuition	¥3,900,000
Dormitory	Approximately ¥32,000–¥39,000 per month
Dormitory maintenance	¥10,000 at move-in
Utilities estimate	Approximately ¥5,000 per month

A tuition scholarship does not automatically cover all living expenses. Applicants receiving Nakayama 100, 90, 70, 50 or 30 without a monthly stipend should budget separately for housing, meals, insurance, utilities and personal costs.

CareerAidHub Applicant Guidance

The following points are application strategy, not additional IUJ eligibility rules.

Apply in the earliest suitable round: this preserves the widest range of scholarship options.
Make academic strength visible: Nakayama awards explicitly prioritise strong academic performance.
Show leadership and community contribution: connect your prior experience with IUJ’s expectation that Nakayama scholars contribute to campus and local community life.
Budget beyond tuition: even a full tuition award may leave living, dormitory and personal expenses.
Do not skip Phase 2: applicants who do not complete the scholarship section are not considered for IUJ scholarship funding.
Keep alternative funding options open: IUJ advises applicants to seek additional funding because not every admitted student receives an IUJ-administered scholarship.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the IUJ Nakayama Scholarship open for 2027?

Yes. IUJ’s 2027 online admissions cycle opened on 15 September 2026. Applicants request scholarship consideration through Phase 2 of the admission application.

How much does Nakayama 100 Premium provide?

IUJ’s current scholarship page lists 100% tuition, a partial admission-fee exemption and a ¥100,000 monthly stipend for Nakayama 100 Premium.

What are the other Nakayama scholarship tiers?

IUJ currently lists Nakayama 100, 90, 70, 50 and 30, providing 100%, 90%, 70%, 50% and 30% tuition support respectively.

Can PhD applicants receive a Nakayama scholarship?

Yes. IUJ’s current scholarship information lists the S. Nakayama Memorial Scholarship for both master’s and PhD students.

What is the first 2027 deadline for international master’s applicants?

The first 2027 international master’s admission deadline for GSIR and GSIM is 10 December 2026.

What is the first 2027 PhD deadline?

The first 2027 PhD application deadline for both international and domestic applicants is 16 November 2026.

Do I need a separate scholarship application?

You complete the scholarship section in Phase 2 of IUJ’s online admission system. The scholarship deadline is the same as the applicable admission deadline.

Is the Nakayama Scholarship automatically renewed?

No. IUJ initially awards Nakayama funding for one year. Extension depends on academic performance and the conditions of the scholarship tier and degree programme.

Official Sources

Status	OPEN / ADMISSIONS-LINKED
Current cycle	2027 admission
Top tier	Nakayama 100 Premium
Premium stipend	¥100,000/month
Tuition tiers	30%–100%
Last verified	4 October 2026

IUJ Tuition & Scholarships 2027 Admission Schedule 2027 Applications Open Notice Admissions & Scholarship Materials

CareerAidHub verified the current Nakayama scholarship tiers, master’s/PhD availability, 2027 admission status, Phase 2 scholarship route, admission deadlines, tuition context and renewal framework against official International University of Japan sources on 4 October 2026.