Graduate Programs at OIST (2027)
OIST offers graduate programs across STEM, humanities, and applied research. Below is the full list of programs in our catalog with admissions requirements, English-track availability, and 2027 application timelines. Tuition for national/imperial universities is ¥535,800/year; OIST charges ¥0 + provides ¥2.4M/year stipend.
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AI / Machine Learning at Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology
AI and Machine Learning graduate programs at Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology: top labs, research directions, English-program availability, and admissions for 2027 entry.
Mechanical Engineering at Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology
Mechanical Engineering Master’s and PhD at Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology: industry partnerships, English-track options, JLPT requirements, and 2027 admissions.
Electrical Engineering at Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology
Electrical Engineering graduate programs at Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology: signal processing, electronics, photonics research areas, and 2027 admissions.
Physics at Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology
Physics Master’s and PhD at Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology: theoretical and applied research, English-track options, and 2027 admissions for international students.
Biology and Life Sciences at Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology
Biology and Life Sciences graduate programs at Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology: molecular biology, neuroscience, genetics research, and 2027 admissions.
Materials Science at Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology
Materials Science graduate programs at Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology: research areas, English-program availability, and 2027 admissions for international students.
Robotics at Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology
Robotics Master’s and PhD programs at Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology: humanoid, industrial, and autonomous-vehicle research; English-friendly labs and 2027 admissions.
Data Science at Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology
Data Science graduate programs at Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology: statistical learning, large-scale data systems, and English-track options for 2027 entry.
Frequently asked questions
What's the application timeline at OIST?
For April 2027 entry: contact prospective supervisor July–October 2026, apply September 2026–January 2027 (varies by department), entrance exam October–February, results April 2027.
Does OIST accept MEXT scholarship?
Yes — both Embassy and University Recommendation tracks. Specific quota varies year-by-year; check with international office.
Do I need to email a professor first?
Yes for most STEM programs. Pre-contact with a prospective supervisor is the standard first step before any formal application paperwork.