The UTokyo Amgen Scholars Program is a fully-funded opportunity for international students interested in studying biology and related sciences in Japan. Hosted by the Amgen Foundation and the University of Tokyo, the program provides undergraduate students with an eight-week research experience in the field of biomedical science. The program aims to:
- Support students from different countries who want to pursue careers in biology
- Give students interested in graduate studies the chance to network with top faculty and gain research experience from dedicated professors and researchers
Eligibility for the UTokyo Amgen Scholars Program includes:
- Being an undergraduate enrolled in a university or college that grants bachelor’s degrees
- Having completed the first year of undergraduate studies before the summer program begins
- Not graduating before the summer program begins
- An excellent educational record
- Interest in obtaining a research degree (such as a PhD) in the future
- English language proficiency (if English is not the applicant’s first language, proof of proficiency must be submitted)
Benefits of the UTokyo Amgen Scholars Program include:
- Free accommodation
- Stipend of 250,000 JPY
- Free flights
- Access to graduate programs and organizations focused on biomedical research
- Information sessions about applying to graduate programs at the University of Tokyo
- Access to the University of Tokyo’s Library and Health Care Center
- Japanese cultural events
- Short trips
- Seminars and sessions for students
To apply for the UTokyo Amgen Scholars Program, applicants must:
- Submit a completed online application form
- Submit a CV or resume
- Submit an official transcript
- Submit a personal statement (1-2 pages)
- Submit two letters of recommendation
- Submit proof of English proficiency (if applicable)
The application deadline for the UTokyo Amgen Scholars Program is March 31, 2023. For more information, visit the Amgen Scholars Program website or contact the program at amgenscholars@amgen.com.
