ScholarshipsMEXT Scholarship (Japanese Government) 2027
Fully FundedGovernment RenewableBachelor · Master · PhD
MEXT Scholarship (Japanese Government) 2027
Japan Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), Japan All fields at Japanese universities
JapanGovernmentAll FieldsResearchMaster'sPhDUndergraduateFully Funded
Amount
¥143,000-¥145,000/month + tuition + flights
Funding
Fully Funded
Deadline
420 days left
Country
Japan
Awards
Approximately 8,000-10,000 per year across all MEXT programs
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Provider
Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), Japan
Type
Government
Field of Study
All fields at Japanese universities
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
Citizens of countries with diplomatic relations with Japan
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.
The MEXT (Monbukagakusho) Scholarship is offered by the Japanese Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology. It is one of the world's most comprehensive government scholarships, covering all expenses for international students to study at Japanese universities. Multiple categories exist including Research Students (Master's/PhD), Undergraduate, and Specialized Training. The Embassy-recommended pathway involves applying through your local Japanese Embassy.
- Full tuition and enrollment fees waived, monthly stipend of approximately ¥143,000-¥145,000 (Master's/PhD), round-trip airfare (economy class), up to 1.5 years of Japanese language training before degree program starts, additional regional allowance for certain areas, no income tax on the stipend, access to Japanese university facilities and student services
- 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 (420 days left)
Wednesday, June 30, 2027
Results Announced
Embassy: results by January for April start. University: varies.
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