Japan · Kyoto
About this opportunity
Kyoto University hosts about ten Amgen Scholars each summer in life-science and chemistry labs. You must be an undergraduate at an Asian undergraduate degree-granting university, with at least one year completed and at least one semester remaining after the programme, a strong record and interest in a PhD.
In 2026 applications ran 1 November 2025 – 1 February 2026 (15:00 JST) and the programme ran 5 June – 6 August 2026. Expect a similar timeline for 2027.
Who can apply
Undergraduates at universities in Asia; English proficiency (TOEFL iBT 72 / IELTS 5.5 unless 5+ years in English-taught study).
- Eligible nationalities
- Asian countries
- Open to
- Undergraduates
What the funding covers
¥180,000
¥180,000 in two instalments, economy airfare to Osaka, accommodation in Kyoto. Private health insurance required.
- Tuition Not stated — check the official page
- Stipend or salary Covered
- Travel Covered
- Accommodation Covered
- Health insurance Not separately covered
"Not separately covered" means the provider does not pay for it on top — you pay it yourself, usually from the stipend if there is one.
Documents & tests
The exact document list for this opportunity is not recorded yet. These are the documents usually asked for — confirm the final list on the official page.
- CV
- Cover or motivation letter
- Latest transcript
- Proof of current enrolment (if the program requires students)
- Referee contacts
- Tests
- Not stated — check the official page
- Application fee
- Not stated — ScholarsChapter itself never charges a fee
How to apply
- Apply online when the call opens (1 November in the last cycle) with recommendation letters by the deadline.
- Contact: amgenscholars@mail2.adm.kyoto-u.ac.jp.
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Program dates
- Duration
- 8 weeks
Quick answers
Who can apply for Kyoto University Amgen Scholars Program?
Open to: Asian countries. Level: Undergraduates. See "Who can apply" for the full rules.
Is Kyoto University Amgen Scholars Program fully funded?
Funding type: Fully funded, Stipend. Amount: ¥180,000. Covers: stipend or salary, travel, accommodation. Not separately covered: health insurance.
What is the deadline for Kyoto University Amgen Scholars Program?
The next deadline has not been announced yet. This program runs every year — save it to get an alert when we add the new date. Always confirm the date and time zone on the official website.
Does Kyoto University Amgen Scholars Program require IELTS or another test?
Our record does not state a test requirement — check the official page and your chosen university.
How do I apply for Kyoto University Amgen Scholars Program?
Apply online when the call opens (1 November in the last cycle) with recommendation letters by the deadline. Apply only on the official website (www.opir.kyoto-u.ac.jp). The full steps are listed under "How to apply".
Is there an application fee?
No fee is stated in our record. ScholarsChapter never charges a fee, and no agent can sell you a place.
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- Official source
- www.opir.kyoto-u.ac.jp
- Last checked
- 19 Oct 2026
- Listing updated
- 19 Oct 2026
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