Due February 18, 2021

The Study in Japan Scholarship is meant to help defray the cost of a semester or year long study abroad program in Japan. The scholarships offers $5000 for one semester (fall or spring) or $10,000 for the academic year (fall and spring). 

• Applicant must be Pitt Asian Studies Certificate undergraduate students who have demonstrated a strong record in Japan studies
• Applicant must study in Japan for one semester or one year
• Preference is given to applicants who will have completed at least two years of language study or the equivalent by the inception of the award period.

Applications must include:

• Completed submittable form
• Official Transcripts
• An updated CV
• TOEFL scores (if applicable)
• Three letters of recommendation, including one from a language instructor
• A written statement of no more than 2000 words summarizing academic goals, career objectives, research interests and plans for use of the award.