UWC ISAK Japan Scholarships

Scholarship, School, School

Japan

September 17, 2025

Scholarship

Urgent

Application deadline closed.

Date Posted

September 17, 2025
Location:

Japan
Expiration date

October 31, 2025
Funding Type

Fully Funded
Level

School
Duration

3 Years

Job Description

Opportunities UWC ISAK Japan Scholarships

UWC ISAK Japan Scholarships offers a unique three-year high school program designed for motivated and talented students from around the world. The program starts from Grade 10, and applications for Grade 11 direct entry are not accepted. Students can apply through the UWC National Committee in their country of residence/citizenship or via the Global Selection Programme (GSP).

Why Choose UWC ISAK Japan Scholarships?

A highly international and diverse learning environment
Three-year high school program fostering leadership and global citizenship
Unique opportunities to participate in UWC Day, community workshops, and cultural showcases
Focus on empathy, resilience, and collaboration

Key Details

Location: Karuizawa, Nagano, Japan
Level: Grade 10
Duration: 3 years
Important Date (for Afghanistan Students):
- Applications Open: September 1, 2025
- Application Deadline: October 31, 2025
- Application Review Period: December 2, 2025 – January 9, 2026
- Stage 1 Results (shortlisted students invited for interview & group assessment): January 15, 2026
- Online Interview and Group Assessment: January 24 – February 5, 2026
- Early Results (for students enrolled in Japanese schools): February 13, 2026
- Early Results Commitment Deadline: February 18, 2026
- Regular Results: February 25, 2026
- Regular Commitment Deadline: March 2, 2026

Required Documents

Applicants must prepare and upload the following documents before the deadline:

A passport-style profile picture
A valid passport, identity card, or official birth certificate
Academic transcripts for the current year and the two previous years
Optional: Supporting documents for financial assistance requests
Optional: Awards, honors, or certificates you are proud to share
Two references:
- Academic Reference: A current teacher
- Non-Academic Reference: An adult mentor (coach, music teacher, volunteer leader, etc.)

Important: References must not be family members.

UWC Day 2025 UWC ISAK Japan Scholarships

Date: 17 to 21 September 2025
Location: Karuizawa, Kitasaku District, Nagano-Japan

Activities include:

UWC Quiz & Open Mic: Exploring UWC values through fun, music, and poetry
Global Café: Debates on education, politics, humanitarian issues
Bonfire Party: Music, culture, and traditional attire
Food Fair: Students and staff cooking dishes from their home countries
Workshops: Dance, crafts, mural painting, and cultural exchange with the local community
Flag Parade: A colorful cultural procession with national flags and traditional attire
Showcase: Artistic performances representing diverse cultures worldwide

How to Apply UWC ISAK Japan Scholarships

For interest in a program from UWC ISAK Japan Scholarships for Afghanistan Students visit to the official website to learn more about its school. follow these steps:

Create an Account
- Go to the UWC ISAK Japan Application Platform
- Register with a Gmail or Outlook account for best performance (avoid Yahoo or local providers).
Confirm Your Account
- Check your inbox/spam for a confirmation email.
- Click the link to activate your account and start your application.
Complete the Online Application
- Upload all required documents.
- Provide contact details for your two references.
Participate in the Assessment Stage
- Shortlisted applicants will be invited to interviews and group activities.