2025 Tokyo University Amgen Scholars Program [Study In Japan]

Tokyo University Amgen Scholars Program offers motivated and talented undergraduate students from all over the world with an opportunity to experience scientific research in one of the leading institutions of higher education in Asia and the world.

By the end of their summer experience, students are expected to acquire knowledge and skills for conducting research. The students are also expected to extend their international friendship through the collaborative experiences. These experiences will help the students to develop future collaborations in many situations.

Facts about the University of Tokyo

1. Founded in 1877: The University of Tokyo is Japan’s oldest and most prestigious university.
2. Rankings: Consistently ranked among the world’s top 30 universities (QS World University Rankings).
3. Nobel Laureates: 11 UTokyo alumni and faculty have won Nobel Prizes.
4. Diverse Community: Over 2,000 international students from 100+ countries.
5. Research Powerhouse: UTokyo has produced numerous groundbreaking discoveries, including the discovery of the “Umami” taste.
6. Academic Excellence: 10 faculties, 15 graduate schools, and 11 institutes.
7. Iconic Campus: The UTokyo campus is a beautiful blend of modern and traditional Japanese architecture.
8. Global Partnerships: Collaborations with over 300 universities worldwide.
9. Innovative Spirit: UTokyo is at the forefront of cutting-edge research in AI, robotics, and renewable energy.
10. Alumni Network: Notable alumni include Japanese prime ministers, business leaders, and renowned scientists.

Details For 2025 Tokyo University Amgen Scholars Program

The objective of the Tokyo University Amgen Scholars Program is to provide undergraduate students from different countries (including some from Japan) who are committed to or who are considering a career in biology or related sciences and looking to continue to graduate studies, with eight weeks of biomedical research experience in the basic and translational sciences.

During the program each student will be placed in a laboratory, each led by a leading scholar belonging to one of the five participating graduate schools/institutes of the university: Graduate School of Science, Graduate School of Engineering, Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Graduate School of Agricultural and Life Sciences, and the Institute of Industrial Science.

Eligibility Requirements For 2025 Tokyo University Amgen Scholars Program

To be considered for the Tokyo University Amgen Scholars Program:

• Attending colleges or universities across the Asia region that award a bachelor’s degree (or its equivalent)
• At the minimum, have completed their first year of undergraduate study at the time the summer program begins
• not graduating before the summer program begins, and will resume undergraduate studies for at least 1 semester or 1 quarter after the summer program ends
• Have a strong record of academic performance
• Have a good working knowledge of English, demonstrated by a minimum TOEFL (iBT) score of 72
• Have an interest in pursuing a Ph.D.

Rewards For 2025 Tokyo University Amgen Scholars Program

• Accommodation
• Stipend: 270,000 JPY
  The stipend can be used freely to budget for food and any personal trips during your stay in Japan.
• Travel Cost:
  Economy-class airfare to Tokyo, or round-trip train tickets for domestic students, will be provided for program participation.
  The most economical route and schedule will be determined through discussions between participants and the program office.
  If the schedule is changed due to personal reasons, participants will be required to reimburse the University of Tokyo for the cost of initially arranged airfares.

How To Apply For 2025 Tokyo University Amgen Scholars Program

• To apply, please first review the “Eligibility & Requirements” section.
• All applications must be submitted through the designated online application system, The Admissions Office (hereinafter TAO).
• Please note that once you submit your application, you cannot make any changes.
• Applicants will be notified of the selection results in the middle to late March of 2025.
• Deadline is 1 February, 2025.