OpenFieldKyoto University of Education National Tuition Exemption Program
Full (100%) or partial (50%) national tuition waiver granted to enrolled undergraduate and graduate students demonstrating academic excellence and financial need.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Enrolled in undergraduate or graduate school in good academic standing (top 30% of class)
- English language proficiency
- Japanese language proficiency
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Family income documentation and financial hardship statement
- Recommendation letters
- Academic advisor recommendation
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- 100% waiver (saving ¥535,800/year) or 50% waiver (saving ¥267,900/year)
- Application fee
- ¥17,000 national entrance exam fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- ¥535,800 standard national university annual tuition (fully waived upon approval)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- March 31, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Kyoto University of Education documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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