Bridging Scholarship Program 2026-27

Bridging Scholarship Program 2026-27 Overview

The Bridging Scholarship Program 2026-27 offers financial assistance to U.S. undergraduate students who aspire to pursue academic studies in Japan for a semester or an entire academic year. This scholarship program is made possible through the generosity of the American Association of Teachers of Japanese (AATJ), providing awards ranging from USD 2,500 to USD 4,500.

Eligibility Requirements

• Applicants must be U.S. citizens and enrolled in an undergraduate degree program in any field of study.
• Knowledge of the Japanese language is not a prerequisite for this scholarship.
• Applicants must plan to study in Japan for a minimum of three months and earn credits that can be transferred to their U.S. home institution.
• Students who have already begun their study abroad program in Japan are not eligible to apply.

Application Process

Students interested in applying for the Bridging Scholarship Program 2026-27 can submit their applications through the official scholarship application page. It is essential to meet all academic and application requirements set by the home institution in the United States.

Key Dates

The application deadline for the 2026-2027 academic year, encompassing both the Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 semesters, is March 15, 2026. Please note that there will be no separate deadlines for different terms within the academic year.

Scholarship Benefits

The Bridging Scholarship Program 2026-27 provides partial funding to help alleviate some of the financial burdens associated with studying abroad in Japan. This funding can be utilized towards various educational expenses, including tuition, accommodation, travel, and other related costs.