JapanPhD14 days leftFully FundedOIST Fully Funded PhD Program in Japan 2027
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Fully funded PhD in Japan for all nationalities: OIST covers tuition and pays a research assistantship. Apply by 15 November 2026. The Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) runs a single five-year, English-taught PhD programme across the natural sciences, mathematics, computer science, neuroscience and engineering, with no traditional departments and lab rotations in the first year. Every admitted student receives full tuition coverage, a research assistantship of about ¥2.6 million a year in the first year, rising to about ¥3.6 million (AY2025 figures), subsidised campus housing from ¥18,000 a month, and relocation and travel support, regardless of nationality. Applicants need a bachelor's or master's degree by enrolment; there is no minimum English score, but TOEFL or IELTS is required if previous study was not in English. Applications close on 15 November 2026 at 23:59 Japan time; shortlisted candidates are interviewed online between 18 January and 7 February 2027, results come in mid-February, and students can start in May 2027, September 2027 or January 2028.
Funding Benefits & Coverage
4 BenefitsFull tuition coverage
For every admitted student throughout the PhD.
Research assistantship: ¥2.6–3.6 million a year
About ¥2.6 million in year one, rising with progress (AY2025 figures).
Travel and relocation support
Help with the costs of moving to Japan.
Subsidised campus housing
From ¥18,000 a month (shared) or ¥21,600 (single apartment).
Eligibility & Acceptance Criteria
4 CriteriaAll nationalities worldwide
Required Documents
6 DocsFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps for 2027 / 2028.
Funding type: Fully Funded. Announced benefits: Full tuition coverage, Research assistantship: ¥2.6–3.6 million a year, Travel and relocation support, Subsidised campus housing.
Eligible levels: PhD.
The latest deadline we have is November 15, 2026. Dates can differ by university or programme, so confirm on the official website.
Required documents: University transcripts and diplomas, Statement of purpose (up to 800 words), CV, 2 to 5 recommendation letters from faculty members, TOEFL or IELTS score if required, Passport copy, photo and a ¥5,000 application fee.
Apply directly on the official website: https://www.oist.jp/node/41245. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
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