OIST offers internationally competitive financial support. PhD students receive 2.52 million JPY in their first year, increasing to 3.6 million JPY/year as they progress, through a Research Assistantship that also covers tuition. In addition, students receive relocation support, a personal computer, and funding for conference travel. External fellowships are strongly encouraged and can be supplemented by OIST support.
Research Interns receive 2,400 JPY/day, housing, commuting support, and a round-trip flight. With generous support, students and interns can fully focus on cutting-edge research in a world-class environment.