Bridging Scholarship

The American Association of Teachers of Japanese Bridging Project offers scholarships to American undergraduate students participating in study-abroad programs in Japan. Approximately 100 scholarships awarded annually to assist students with the travel and living expenses they will incur while studying abroad in Japan for a semester or an academic year.

Deadline: March

Value: $2,500 for a semester, $4000 for an academic year

Eligibility: Undergraduate students in any field; Japanese language study is not a prerequisite; U.S. citizens enrolled as undergraduates in a college or university in the United States before and during the time they are studying abroad. Their study in Japan must last for at least 3 months and must earn credit that will transfer to their home institution in the U.S.

Major: Open

Fellowship Type: Undergraduate

Category: International

Nomination: No, but strongly suggested to work with Fellowships Office

Website: http://www.aatj.org/studyabroad/japan-bridging-scholarships