Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU) Scholarship 2026

APU External Scholarship Application Guide – University Approval Procedures 2026

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Overview of APU External Scholarship Application Procedures

Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU) provides a structured process for students who need the University's official approval, recommendation, or administrative support when applying for external scholarships. This guide outlines the requirements and procedures for students planning to directly apply to scholarship organizations that require the University's seal, academic records, or official submission of documents.

◆ Guidance for scholarships requiring APU President's seal or University seal.
◆ Support for applications needing official academic records or recommendations.
◆ Procedures for documents that must be sent directly from the University .
◆ All students must meet academic and character criteria before approval .
◆ Check fully funded scholarships in Japan for international students for similar opportunities.

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When University Approval Is Required

Students must complete University procedures if their application requires any of the following:

◉ APU President's official Inkan (seal) or the University's seal on the application form .
◉ The University to fill out academic records and/or recommendation information .
◉ Documents to be sent directly from the University via postal mail or email .
◉ Other administrative procedures that must be completed by the University .

★★★★★ Important: You do NOT need University procedures if your application only requires a recommendation letter (with Inkan) from your supervisor without the University's seal. Contact your supervisor directly for such applications.

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Academic Criteria Requirements

To receive the University's approval, you must meet the following academic standards:

◆ Cumulative GPA Requirements (as of 2021 Spring Semester):
◉ Semester 2: APS 3.38, APM 3.35, GSAM 3.28, GSMM 3.27, GSAD 4.00 .
◉ Semester 3: APS 3.12, APM 2.96, GSAM 3.42, GSMM 3.33, GSAD 3.62 .
◉ Semester 4: APS 3.14, APM 3.06, GSAM 3.48, GSMM 3.31, GSAD 3.36 .
◉ Semester 5: APS 2.71, APM 2.70, GSAD 3.92 .
◉ Semester 6: APS 2.89, APM 2.97, GSAD 3.88 .
◉ Semester 7: APS 2.60, APM 2.52 .
◉ Semester 8: APS 2.93, APM 2.93 .

◆ Minimum Completed Credits (Undergraduate Students):
◉ Semester 1: 16 credits.
◉ Semester 2: 31 credits.
◉ Semester 3: 47 credits.
◉ Semester 4: 62 credits.
◉ Semester 5: 78 credits.
◉ Semester 6: 93 credits.
◉ Semester 7: 109 credits.
◉ Semester 8: Not qualified .

★★★★★ Important: For 1st semester students, academic progress will be assessed during that semester.

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Character and Other Criteria

In addition to academic requirements, applicants must meet the following:

◉ Must be able to ask their supervisor for a letter of recommendation and provide it to the University.
◉ A faculty member who supervised extracurricular activities may write a recommendation if the scholarship does not require an academic supervisor.
◉ Must understand the application contents and independently complete procedures to the best of their ability.
◉ Must be aware that scholarship organizations may contact applicants directly in the language used to apply; the University will not provide translation/interpreting support .

◆ Ineligible Students:
◉ Students lacking morality or with impaired sense of responsibility.
◉ Students who have not completed requirements dictated by University Rules (e.g., regular health check).
◉ Students already selected for another scholarship that does not allow simultaneous receipt .

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Application Procedure Steps

◆ Step 1: Consult with Student Office (Approx. 3 weeks before submission deadline)
◉ Fully understand the scholarship application information and requirements .
◉ Download and fill out the "Application Form for the University's Approval/Recommendation" .
◉ Visit the Student Office with:

• Scholarship Application Information and Forms .

• Completed Application Form.

• Academic Record (Campusmate screen copy or electronic display) .

◆ Step 2: Submit Scholarship Application Documents (Approx. 2 weeks before deadline)
◉ Submit completed application documents, including recommendation letters, to the Student Office .
◉ Obtain a recommendation comment from your supervisor even if the scholarship does not require a letter (when University seal is needed) .

◆ Step 3: Internal Screening
◉ Interviews may be conducted by University staff as necessary .

◆ Step 4: Notice of Results and Document Submission
◉ Student Office notifies students after screening of the Application Form .
◉ If approved, complete application forms (including Inkan) for submission .

◆ Step 5: Report Scholarship Results
◉ Report results to supervisor and Student Office within one week of receiving notification .
◆ Explore latest scholarships in Japan for all nationalities for more field options.

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Key Deadlines for APU External Scholarship Procedures

★ Consult with Student Office: Approximately 3 weeks before scholarship submission deadline 5 Nov 2026
★ Submit scholarship application documents: Approximately 2 weeks before submission deadline .
★ Report scholarship results: Within one week of receiving results .

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Contact Information

◆ Student Office, Scholarship Team (External Scholarships)
◉ Email: apusch@apu.ac.jp .
◉ Telephone: 0977-78-1124 (Weekdays 10:00–16:30) .
◆ See financial aids for students in Asia for more funding options.

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Important Notes for Applicants

◆ Scholarship organizations assume that applicants understand the application information and will fill out the application themselves .
◆ The University will not provide translation/interpreting support for scholarship communications .
◆ Consult with the Student Office if you cannot reach your supervisor while on vacation or for other reasons .
◆ Ensure all required documents are completed accurately and submitted on time.
◆ Explore list of all open scholarships in Asia for additional opportunities.

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Final Thoughts – APU External Scholarship Procedures

◆ This guide helps APU students navigate the University approval process for external scholarships.
◆ Start the process early – at least 3 weeks before the scholarship deadline.
◆ Ensure you meet all academic and character criteria before applying.
◆ For more scholarship opportunities, explore fully funded scholarships in Japan for international students.

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