Kyoto City Arts International Talent & MEXT Study Grant

Prestige scholarship for outstanding international artists entering MFA or doctoral programs in Japanese Painting, Urushi Lacquerware, or Sculpture at Kyoto Geidai.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: Top tier artistic portfolio and undergraduate GPA 3.0+
English language proficiency: JLPT N2+ and basic English
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Original artistic portfolio and comprehensive Japanese research plan
Recommendation letters: Two academic referee letters from studio professors

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Full tuition waiver plus ¥143,000/month MEXT doctoral stipend
Application fee: ¥30,000 application fee
Tuition / joining costs: Full tuition and entrance fee exemption

Dates and verification

Application deadline: January 15, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Kyoto City University of Arts documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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