• As representatives of their home country and agency, scholars must uphold the highest standards of conduct. They must conduct themselves professionally at all times with courtesy, integrity, and respect for others. Any form of misconduct is strictly prohibited.
• Full participation in academic courses and JISPA activities is required.
• Scholars must maintain good academic standing and comply with university rules and Japanese law.
• Violations may result in dismissal or loss of the scholarship.
• After completing the program, scholars are required to return to their home agency and apply the knowledge and skills gained.
Scholars Guidelines and Code of Conduct
- One-Year Program
- Two-Year Program
• Scholars must be in good physical, mental, and emotional health.
• Any health issues affecting your studies must be immediately reported to the IMF Scholarship Manager and university.
• A comprehensive medical examination must be completed before arrival in Japan; costs are covered by the fixed pre-arrival allowance.
• Scholars must enroll in the insurance package designated by the host university. This insurance covers most medical expenses, excluding those related to pre-existing conditions. Scholars will pay insurance premiums from their monthly stipend.
Please note that:
• No financial or logistical support is provided for family members, including visa application.
• Scholars must obtain prior approval from the university to bring family.
• All additional costs (travel, insurance, medical care, housing, etc.) are the scholar’s responsibility.
• In light of the Orientation Program’s unique residential learning environment, which combines intensive academic preparation with opportunities for community building and peer engagement among the incoming scholar cohort, scholars are requested not to bring family members during the OP. Scholars must obtain prior approval from their respective universities to bring family after the OP.
• JISPA offers scholarships for both one-year and two-year master’s degree programs at its partner universities.
• For one-year master’s programs, scholarship support is provided for the duration of the program.
• For two-year master’s programs, scholarships are initially awarded for one year and will be renewed for the second year based on academic performance and university recommendation.
