※As for Japanese version, see page 304.日本語版は、304ページからです。
Scholarships
■Doshisha University's own scholarship Doshisha University offers a variety of scholarships to enable international students to concentrate on their studies free from financial concerns. Doshisha University Merit Scholarships for Self-Funded International Students 1. 【URL：https://ois.doshisha.ac.jp/ois/en/scholarships/merit.html】 2. Doshisha University Graduate School Scholarship 3. Doshisha University Doctoral-Program Young Researcher Scholarship 4. Doshisha University Graduate School of Brain Science Special Scholarship 【URL：https://www.doshisha.ac.jp/scholarships/】
1. Doshisha University Merit Scholarships for Self-Funded International Students
Newly enrolled students who have passed the Entrance Examination for International Graduate Students will receive the Doshisha University Merit Scholarships for Self-Funded International Students. The amount of scholarship for each category will be as shown in the table on the university's website ( https://ois.doshisha.ac.jp/ois/en/scholarships/merit. html). ※For regular graduate students only. Not applicable to special students. ※Not applicable to recipients of scholarships such as "Doshisha University Doctoral-Program Young Researcher Scholarship" or "Doshisha University Graduate School of Brain Science Special Scholarship" who are not being allowed

2. Doshisha University Graduate School Scholarship

March. *For details about double benefits, please refer to the application guide.
Registration Fee (equivalent to the Admission Fee) once for the admission procedure. Please note that the Registration Fee (equivalent to the Admission Fee) is not to be refunded in the case that the applicant of this scholarship goes through the cancellation procedure. <Inquiries> Organization for Student Support Services, Section for Student Life E-mail : ji-kosei@mail.doshisha.ac.jp
4. Doshisha University Graduate School of Brain Science Special Scholarship
Graduate School of Brain Science offers "Doshisha University Graduate School of Brain Science Special Scholarship" to the regular students enrolled at the Graduate School of Brain Science. Eligible applicants are those who have passed the entrance examination of the Graduate School of Brain Science and are under the age of 32 (for 3rd-year transfer students, under the age of 34) as of the first day of the semester in which you enroll in the graduate school. All applicants who meet these requirements are eligible. The amount of the scholarship will be equivalent to the total amount of annual educational costs (including the Admission Fee, which is charged at the time of entrance only, the Tuition, the Facilities Fee and the Special Enrollment Fee). The duration of scholarship is one year, but may be renewed for up to five years (for transfer students, for up to three years). Since the scholarship is given to applicants after enrollment, applicants are required to pay the Registration Fee (equivalent to the Admission Fee) once for the admission procedure. Please note that the Registration Fee (equivalent to the Admission Fee) is not to be refunded in the case that the applicant of this scholarship goes through the cancellation procedure.
Conditions:
1. It is not permitted to receive both the Doshisha University Graduate School of Brain Science Special Scholarship and one of the following scholarships at the same time. ①Other scholarships offered by Doshisha University ②Japanese Government (MEXT) scholarship (provided as school fees) 2. Those who are receiving other scholarships provided as school fees from foreign governments, foreign universities or domestic or foreign foundations will be awarded the amount after deducting that other scholarship's amount from the annual school fees, on the condition that the student fulfills the eligibility for this scholarship and there are places available for the scholarship. <Inquiries> Organization for Student Support Services, Section for Student Life E-mail : ji-kosei@mail.doshisha.ac.jp ■JASSO Scholarship (Independent Administrative Institution: Japan Student Services Organization) 1. Scholarship for students granted admittance before entering Japan (Result of 2023 Academic Year) • This scholarship requires University recommendation. Students cannot apply for it by themselves.

■Other scholarships
MEXT scholarships, scholarships sponsored by local government organizations, and scholarships sponsored by private organizations, etc. are also available.
Housing
For international students, Doshisha University introduces housing agencies both within and outside the university, as well as offers vacant dormitory rooms operated by the university and other organizations. 1. Private Rental Housing Doshisha University has partnership with the following real estate agents and private guarantor company. We recommend these companies so that international students who look for a private housing can have a smooth process of signing a rental contract. 【Affiliated Real Estate Agents】 ・Doshisha Coop • J.S.B. Network (Unilife) • National Student Information Center (nasic) ・VAN NET System ・FLAT AGENCY • Kyoto Life ・Kyoritsu Maintenance (Gakusei Kaikan) 【Affiliated Guarantor Company※】 ・Global Trust Networks (GTN) ※You can use this private guarantor company if you cannot find a joint guarantor in Japan by yourself. 【Notes for Students Searching for Accommodation】 • Doshisha University consists of two campuses: Imadegawa Campus and Kyotanabe Campus. Check which campus you mainly commute to before choosing your accommodation. • Housing costs are particularly significant expenditure and vary considerably depending on the location, facilities, room space and when the building was built. Please think carefully about the balance between these conditions and how much you can afford. • Housing costs comprise both ongoing monthly expenses and fees due when you first sign a contract. At the time of contract signing, you will usually be required to pay a reservation fee, non-refundable key money, a bond, and an agency fee. At the time of renewing your contract, a renewal fee will be charged. Please check how much each of these fees costs and know the total cost before signing.
2. Dormitories for International Students
Doshisha University has dormitories for international students, but the number of rooms is limited. Among the successful applicants who passed the entrance examination for international students, only those who currently reside outside of Japan are eligible to apply for vacant rooms in these dormitories. Please check the accommodation information sent to successful applicants for details, as available dormitories differ each year.
Living Expenses
The average living expenses including housing expenses in Kyoto are about 120,000 yen per month (at least 100,000 yen). Therefore, please take it into account when you make a financial planning of stay.