The purpose of the Ambassadorial Scholarships Program is to further international understanding and friendly relations among people of different countries. The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International annually grants scholarships to more than 1,000 international scholars for study worldwide as part of their ongoing efforts to promote world understanding. Some Rotary Districts may not offer all types of scholarships. To learn more about the amounts of the awards, the eligibility requirements, and the application procedures, contact the nearest Consulate General of Japan. WSU students can use the link provided to access the Japanese consulate in Seattle.
Undergraduate students majoring in any field of study are eligible to apply.
Japanese language study is not a prerequisite. Each recipient will receive a round-trip ticket to Japan and a monthly stipend. This loan is only available for students from Germany, Hong Kong and Taiwan. It is intended to help students pay for graduate or undergraduate studies in the USA and it is secured in the student's home country. It requires a co-signer in that country who fits a specific profile as designated by the American Express branch in that country.