Ⅲ．Scholarships by Local Governments and Local International Associations

Application method and screening〕
(1) Confirmation of qualifications
Please read the application qualifications given in the list carefully and confirm which scholarship you are qualified to apply for.
(2) Application forms
When submitting an application, first of all inquire at the local government foundation or your school and obtain the necessary documents (please read the list carefully to confirm where inquiries should be made and beware not to make a mistake).
(3) Filling in the application forms
Fill in the necessary items in the application forms, gather the necessary documents as required (ex. personal history, school attendance certificate, a recommendation from your teacher, a health certificate, photographs, a copy of your alien registration certificate, etc.), and submit them to the foundation or your school.
(4) Screening test
Screening takes place in a variety of ways - on the basis of documents alone, a written test (general education, special subject knowledge, Japanese language ability, etc.) or inter views. In the inter views, consideration is also given to character and ability to contribute to cultural exchange between Japan and the applicant's country or region.
(5) Screening results
Applicants are notified of the results of screening either directly by the foundation or through their school.