History
As the only one national university established in Saitama Prefecture, Saitama University’s history begins a century ago. Three renowned Japanese national education universities, Urawa Higher School(est.1921,Saitama Normal School (est.1873)and Saitama Youth Normal School(est. 1922)were integrated into Saitama University in 1949 to cultivate talented minds.
Education
SU is distinctive in that all 5 undergraduate and 4 graduate schools are located together on the Okubo campus. This is advantageous in many respects, offering an environment that is conductive to education and research, extracurricular activities, and student life.
Research
- Research on case history of fiscal and monetary policies in the postwar Ministry of Finance. To explore ideal form for financial administration and financial institutions.
- Japanese-Style employment practices in an international comparison
- Exploring Communication strategies for Intergroup Conflicts, from Immigrants’ Acculturation Process to International Political Dispute – How can we make things better and escape from conflict situations?
Career
The University provides career planning and advice to international students on job seeking or furthering their studies beyond graduation. We support our students with professional advice and counseling to guide each student towards their career development and future life planning.
Saitama University Key Statistics & Highlights
- #1501 Ranking
- 5 Masters
- 49 Scholarships
- 560 Academic Staff
- 8,453 Students
- 507 Students (int'l)
- 2,789 Students (female)
Saitama University Overview
Saitama University Scholarships
Saitama University Scholarships
Below you will find scholarships related to Saitama University. Distinction can be made between scholarships provided by the University and those provided by independent providers.
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Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
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Grant
33600 EUR
Deadline
01 Jul 2026
Mundus MAPP EMJM Scholarship
Merit-based
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Grant
Various benefits
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ADB-Japan Scholarship Program for Developing Countries in Asia and Pacific
Merit-based
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
29 May 2026
Joint Japan World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program
Need-based
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Grant
145000 JPY
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Japan (MONBUKAGAKUSHO)-Outgoing
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Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes
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Various benefits
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Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
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Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
15 Sep 2026
Headway’s Book Lovers Scholarship
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Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
Moving Mates Scholarship
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Grant
Various benefits
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Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships
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Grant
120000 JPY
Deadline
Anytime
Japan Foundation for UNU (jfUNU) Scholarship
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jul 2026
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based
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Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based
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Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
The Bill Walsh Scholarship
Merit-based
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Grant
25000 USD
Deadline
30 Apr 2026
Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based
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Grant
7000 USD
Deadline
24 Apr 2026
Go Global MBA Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
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Independent provider
Grant
33600 EUR
Deadline
01 Jul 2026
Mundus MAPP EMJM Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
ADB-Japan Scholarship Program for Developing Countries in Asia and Pacific
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
29 May 2026
Joint Japan World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
145000 JPY
Deadline
Not specified
Japan (MONBUKAGAKUSHO)-Outgoing
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
15 Sep 2026
Headway’s Book Lovers Scholarship
Merit-based
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Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
Moving Mates Scholarship
Need-based
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Grant
Various benefits
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Not specified
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
120000 JPY
Deadline
Anytime
Japan Foundation for UNU (jfUNU) Scholarship
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jul 2026
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based
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Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
The Bill Walsh Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
25000 USD
Deadline
30 Apr 2026
Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
7000 USD
Deadline
24 Apr 2026
Go Global MBA Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
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Independent provider
Grant
33600 EUR
Deadline
01 Jul 2026
Mundus MAPP EMJM Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
ADB-Japan Scholarship Program for Developing Countries in Asia and Pacific
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
29 May 2026
Joint Japan World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
145000 JPY
Deadline
Not specified
Japan (MONBUKAGAKUSHO)-Outgoing
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes
Merit-based
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Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
15 Sep 2026
Headway’s Book Lovers Scholarship
Merit-based
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Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
Moving Mates Scholarship
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Grant
Various benefits
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Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships
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Grant
120000 JPY
Deadline
Anytime
Japan Foundation for UNU (jfUNU) Scholarship
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jul 2026
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based
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Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
The Bill Walsh Scholarship
Merit-based
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Grant
25000 USD
Deadline
30 Apr 2026
Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
7000 USD
Deadline
24 Apr 2026
Go Global MBA Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
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Independent provider
Grant
33600 EUR
Deadline
01 Jul 2026
Mundus MAPP EMJM Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
ADB-Japan Scholarship Program for Developing Countries in Asia and Pacific
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
29 May 2026
Joint Japan World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
145000 JPY
Deadline
Not specified
Japan (MONBUKAGAKUSHO)-Outgoing
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
15 Sep 2026
Headway’s Book Lovers Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
Moving Mates Scholarship
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
120000 JPY
Deadline
Anytime
Japan Foundation for UNU (jfUNU) Scholarship
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jul 2026
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
The Bill Walsh Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
25000 USD
Deadline
30 Apr 2026
Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
7000 USD
Deadline
24 Apr 2026
Go Global MBA Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
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Independent provider
Grant
33600 EUR
Deadline
01 Jul 2026
Mundus MAPP EMJM Scholarship
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
ADB-Japan Scholarship Program for Developing Countries in Asia and Pacific
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
29 May 2026
Joint Japan World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program
Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
145000 JPY
Deadline
Not specified
Japan (MONBUKAGAKUSHO)-Outgoing
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
15 Sep 2026
Headway’s Book Lovers Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
Moving Mates Scholarship
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
120000 JPY
Deadline
Anytime
Japan Foundation for UNU (jfUNU) Scholarship
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jul 2026
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
The Bill Walsh Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
25000 USD
Deadline
30 Apr 2026
Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
7000 USD
Deadline
24 Apr 2026
Go Global MBA Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
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Independent provider
Grant
33600 EUR
Deadline
01 Jul 2026
Mundus MAPP EMJM Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
ADB-Japan Scholarship Program for Developing Countries in Asia and Pacific
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
29 May 2026
Joint Japan World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program
Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
145000 JPY
Deadline
Not specified
Japan (MONBUKAGAKUSHO)-Outgoing
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
15 Sep 2026
Headway’s Book Lovers Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
Moving Mates Scholarship
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
120000 JPY
Deadline
Anytime
Japan Foundation for UNU (jfUNU) Scholarship
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jul 2026
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
The Bill Walsh Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
25000 USD
Deadline
30 Apr 2026
Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
7000 USD
Deadline
24 Apr 2026
Go Global MBA Scholarship
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Saitama University Student Reviews & Awards
3.5
Based on 6 reviews
- 5 Star 0 Reviews
- 4 Star 3 Reviews
- 3 Star 3 Reviews
- 2 Star 0 Reviews
- 1 Star 0 Reviews
Saito Business School
I have a wonderful time in this college. I felt that being in this college helped me understand my course better. If you are interested in business study, Saito Business School is a good place.
Review of a Bachelors Degree
I like Saito University college as I am currently getting my Bachelor of Human Resource Management (HONS). Saito University College has more than just business courses, they have design, security, logistics, hospitality, and education.
Life sharing of studying in Saito UC
Saito university college is a college that continually strives for excellence in design pathway. As a student from foundation to Bachelor, the lecturers here always follow up with the students of everything. They not only ensure a student's attendance, yet also always 1v1 consult the student's assignments. Although college may looked small and less students if compared to other colleges. At here, students can also learn to have discipline on tasks given by lecturers. As lecturers are flexible to communicate, consult one by one due to less students in per class.
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Saitama University Rankings
Study Portals Meta Ranking
Top 23.8% Japan
Top 30.4% Worldwide
Studyportals ranking look at the scores of the most used ranking systems and present you with one number of how well this University performs.
Best Global Universities Rankings
2048
By U.S. News & World Report
Dropped 88 places compared to 2025
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
3 year trend Best Global Universities Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 1627 | 1960 | 2048 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
World University Rankings
1501
By Times Higher Education
The university hasn’t moved up or down in the rankings over the past year.
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3 year trend World University Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 1501 | - | 1501 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
Academic Ranking of World Universities
No 2025 Ranking
By Shanghai Jiao Tong University
This university doesn’t have a ranking for 2025 yet. Rankings are updated yearly, so check back later for the latest info.
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3 year trend Academic Ranking of World Universities
| 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| 901 | - | - |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
QS World University Rankings
No 2026 Ranking
By TopUniversities
This university doesn’t have a ranking for 2026 yet. Rankings are updated yearly, so check back later for the latest info.
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
3 year trend QS World University Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 1201 | 1201 | - |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
Student services
- There are two students cafeterias; Keyaki Hall (First Student Cafeteria) and the Second Student Cafeteria that provide a reasonably-priced abundance of delicious dishes.
- Saidai Spot is a comprehensive counseling center, where students can casually consult with counseling staff when they have concerns and questions regarding student life.
Housing services
Housing All exchange students from overseas partner universities are given priority to move into our student on-campus housing, International House (I-House). I-house is located on campus with a two-minute walking distance from the main buildings And most importantly, we think of the safety of our students with 24 hours security guards.
Library services
Saitama University gathers various documents necessary for education and research, while at the same time establishing an informational environment at the Saitama University Library. When school is in-session, the Saitama University Library is open every day including Saturdays, Sundays and national holidays.
ICT services
In a reference room, there are information terminals where students can access the internet for various databases, and electronic journals for writing papers. In reading rooms, students can bring their own personal computers and use the internet, and write papers by connecting via ethernet ports or via wireless LAN.
Medical services
In order to help students manage their health, the Health Service Center provides students with not only routine physical examinations and urgent care, but also health consultation and mental health counseling.
Campus life
At SU, all academic departments and graduate schools are located on a single campus. The geographical proximity naturally exposes students to multiple fields of academics and enables them to form diverse human networks.
Sports facilities
There are Gymnastic Halls, Martial Arts Hall and the Japanese-Archery Field. In addition, there are outdoor facilities such as athletic fields, soccer fields, baseball fields, rugby fields, 6 tennis courts fully equipped with night game utilities, and a pool.
Student clubs
We encourage our students to engage in various experiences and opportunities besides their studies. The University is home to more than 178 student organizations representing a wide range of interests. Find and actively participate in the club activities for a more fun-filled memorable student life at Saitama.
Accreditation
Saitama University is official accredited by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology in Japan.
Saitama University Campus Locations
#1 Main Campus
Japan Country
Sakura City