The Graduate School of Social Sciences is located on the Kobe Campus for Commerce, in the western part of Kobe City. Our campus is just thirty minutes away from the center of the city (Sannomiya).
International students majoring in Global Business may apply for accommodation in the on-campus student dormitory, the Global House . Priority will be given to students who enter Japan upon their enrollment in the University of Hyogo. Depending on room availability, it may not be possible to accept all applications. If no rooms are available, students will need to find off-campus accommodation on their own.
Various scholarships, loan-type (which need to be repaid later) and grant-type (which do not need to be repaid), are available for students who have financial hardships. The selection of students to be awarded scholarships will be made based on their academic performance and overall character and behavior. Calls for scholarship applications and all other related information will be posted on the bulletin boards on campus. Be sure to check for this information regularly.
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With regard to scholarship programs for international students, the University will make selections based on the academic performance and other factors of each applicant. Explanations on application procedures and other details will be given at the orientation session for international students after enrollment.
he Department of Global Business (DGB) was selected as a Special Scholarship Program, named Advanced Global Management Talent Development Program by the Japanese Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) in Novermber, 2024.
Three international students who have passed the DGB entrance examination enrolling in April 2025, 2026, and 2027 are eligible to apply for this scholarship. (Applicants may be subject to restrictions set by MEXT).
The criteria for selection will be announced on Application Guidelines.
Scholarship Benefits
?A cash stipend of 144,000 yen/month is provided for the duration of the two years of study.
University application fees, admission fees, and tuition fees (for two years) are paid for by the scholarship.
?A return international flight from and back to the student's country of origin is provided.
The total value of the scholarship for two years (excluding the price of the flight, which varies from country to country) is approximately 4,800,000 yen.
Academic Benefits
?Being part of an advanced research relevant to global business. In close collaboration with our professors, you can deepen your knowledge of what is required on the front lines of business.
?Being a MEXT scholar, one of the highest distinctions awarded by the Government of Japan to international students.
Selection of MEXT Scholarship Recipients
Students with outstanding academic performance who have difficulty paying tuition and other fees can apply for payment exemption or reduction (total exemption or 50% reduction). If you wish to apply, please contact the International Relations and Student Affairs Division after enrollment.
