2014 Japanese Government Scholarships open for applicants

The Japan Information and Culture Center (JICC), of the Embassy of Japan, is now accepting applications for the Research, Undergraduate, and Specialized Training College Categories.

All Filipino citizens who meet the qualifications below are eligible to apply:

Category	Requirements	Age	Years of Study	Fields of Study
Research (Research Student, Master’s or Doctoral Course)	• College graduate preferably with 16 years of formal education • Clear and feasible research proposal • Good academic standing	Under 35 years old	1.5 to 5 years	Social Sciences, Humanities and Natural Sciences
Undergraduate	• High school graduate • Good academic standing	17 to 21 years old	5 years	Social Sciences, Humanities and Natural Sciences
Specialized Training College	• High school graduate • Good academic standing	17 to 21 years old	3 years	Technology, Personal Care and Nutrition, Education and Welfare, Business, Fashion and Home Economics, Culture and General Education

Application forms and detailed information on prerequisites are available at the JICC Library, or you can view and download the forms from the Embassy Website.

The deadline for submission of applications is on Monday, May 26 at the JICC Library. Only hard copies, preferably printed on A4 size paper, and mailed through courier or hand-delivered to the Embassy, will be accepted.

The application process consists of documentary screening, written exams, and an interview.

Free scholarship consultations are offered at the JICC Library every Friday from 9 AM to 12 PM, and 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM. Interested individuals and walk-in visitors are welcome, and need only present a valid ID to secure an entry badge to the Embassy premises.

For inquiries, please call or visit:

Japan Information and Culture Center (JICC) Embassy of Japan 2627 Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City 1300 Tel #: (02) 551-5710 local 2313 or 2317