ScholarshipsKeio University MEXT University Recommendation Scholarship
Fully FundedUniversity RenewableMaster · PhD
Keio University MEXT University Recommendation Scholarship
JapanUniversityMaster'sPhDFully Funded
Amount
Full tuition + ¥143,000-¥145,000/month + airfare
Funding
Fully Funded
Deadline
115 days left
Country
Japan
Awards
Approximately 8,000-10,000 per year across all MEXT programs
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Provider
Keio University (via MEXT)
Type
University
Field of Study
Various fields at Keio University
Awards Available
Approximately 8,000-10,000 per year across all MEXT programs
Duration
Research: 2 years (extendable), Master's: 2-3 years, PhD: 3-4 years, Undergraduate: 5 years
Renewable
Yes, renewable
Open To
All nationalities
GPA Requirement
Minimum GPA of 2.3/3.0 (approximately 3.0/4.0). Higher GPA significantly strengthens application.
Language
Japanese or English. Embassy Recommendation requires Japanese language exam. University Recommendation varies.
Age Limit
Under 35 for research students, under 25 for undergraduate (varies)
Interview
Required
Essay
Required
Acceptance Rate
Embassy Recommendation: approximately 5-10%. University Recommendation: varies by university.
Results Announced
Embassy: results by January for April start. University: varies.
Keio University, Japan's oldest private university (founded 1858), offers MEXT scholarships through its University Recommendation track for international graduate students. Unlike the Embassy track, this route is managed directly by Keio University. Keio is consistently ranked among Japan's top 2-3 private universities, known for producing business leaders, politicians, and innovators. The university has campuses across Tokyo and Yokohama. Available for Master's and PhD programs in all fields.
- Full tuition coverage at Keio University
- Monthly stipend of approximately ¥143,000-¥145,000
- Round-trip international airfare (economy class)
- Entrance fee exemption
- Access to Keio's extensive library system
- Research facilities
- And industry networks
- Optional Japanese language training
- Campus housing options at subsidized rates
- Academic excellence in previous studies
- Research plan quality and feasibility
- Japanese language ability or willingness to learn
- Health requirements met
- Age requirements met (varies by program)
Application Deadline (115 days left)
Monday, August 31, 2026
Results Announced
Embassy: results by January for April start. University: varies.
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