Japan · Tokyo
About this opportunity
Amgen Scholars Asia gives undergraduates enrolled at undergraduate degree-granting universities in Asia a fully supported research summer in a UTokyo lab, ending with the Amgen Scholars Asia Symposium.
You must have finished at least your first year, still have at least one semester left after the programme, a strong record, English (e.g. TOEFL iBT 72 / IELTS 5.5) and interest in a PhD. The 2027 call is expected to open around 1 November 2026 — check the page.
Who can apply
Undergraduates at universities in Asia (see the Amgen Scholars Asia country list), at least first year completed, not graduating before the programme.
- Eligible nationalities
- Asian countries
- Open to
- Undergraduates
What the funding covers
¥280,000
Economy airfare to Tokyo, residence near Hongo campus, ¥280,000 stipend. Health/travel insurance not covered.
- 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
- TOEFL iBT 72 / IELTS 5.5 or equivalent if English is not your first language
- Application fee
- Not stated — ScholarsChapter itself never charges a fee
How to apply
- Apply online when the call opens (around 1 November).
- Deadline in the 2026 cycle: 1 February, 15:00 JST.
- Results mid–late March.
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Program dates
- Duration
- 8 weeks
Quick answers
Who can apply for UTokyo Amgen Scholars Program?
Open to: Asian countries. Level: Undergraduates. See "Who can apply" for the full rules.
Is UTokyo Amgen Scholars Program fully funded?
Funding type: Fully funded, Stipend. Amount: ¥280,000. Covers: stipend or salary, travel, accommodation. Not separately covered: health insurance.
What is the deadline for UTokyo 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 UTokyo Amgen Scholars Program require IELTS or another test?
TOEFL iBT 72 / IELTS 5.5 or equivalent if English is not your first language.
How do I apply for UTokyo Amgen Scholars Program?
Apply online when the call opens (around 1 November). Apply only on the official website (www.u-tokyo.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.u-tokyo.ac.jp
- Last checked
- 19 Oct 2026
- Listing updated
- 19 Oct 2026
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