Applications are now open for the Sokendai KEK Summer Student Program 2026 in Japan, a fully funded research program open to both international and Japanese students. This prestigious summer program offers selected students the opportunity to conduct advanced research under the supervision of experienced faculty members at KEK (High Energy Accelerator Research Organization).
KEK is one of Japan’s leading research laboratories, operating across two major campuses in Tsukuba and Tokai. The program is funded by SOKENDAI – The Graduate University for Advanced Studies and runs for 8 weeks during the summer of 2026.
Undergraduate and Master’s students from around the world are encouraged to apply. Below are the full details, benefits, eligibility requirements, and application process for the Sokendai KEK Summer Student Program 2026.
Details of the Sokendai KEK Summer Student Program 2026
- Host Country: Japan
- Host Institution: KEK (High Energy Accelerator Research Organization)
- Program Locations: Tsukuba Campus & Tokai Campus
- Program Duration: 8 Weeks
- Program Dates: June – July 2026
- Program Type: Fully Funded
- Application Deadline: 27 February 2026
Financial Benefits
The Sokendai KEK Summer Student Program is fully funded and covers the following expenses:
- International Airfare: Round-trip flight costs between your home country and Japan
- Accommodation: Free housing for the entire program duration
- Daily Allowance: ¥1,500 per day to cover living expenses
- Domestic Transportation: Travel costs between Narita or Haneda Airport and the KEK campuses
Research Fields
Participants will conduct research at either the Tsukuba Campus or J-PARC (Tokai Campus) in the following areas:
- Elementary Particle Physics
- Nuclear Physics
- Materials and Life Sciences
- Accelerator Science
- Advanced Detection Systems (Sensors, Electronics, Computing)
- Theory (Computational methods in quantum field theory, including Lattice QCD)
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Sokendai KEK Summer Student Program 2026, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Open to both international and Japanese students
- Undergraduate and Master’s students are eligible
- No IELTS or English language test required
- No application fee
Required Documents
Applicants must prepare and submit the following documents:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Official academic transcript
- Completed application form
- Recommendation letter
How to Apply for the Sokendai KEK Summer Student Program 2026
All applications must be submitted online through the official KEK/SOKENDAI website. Interested candidates should carefully complete the application form and upload all required documents before the deadline.
APPLY FOR THE KEK JAPAN SUMMER PROGRAM
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