The Federal government of Japan has opened applications for the 2027 MEXT Scholarship at the University of Tokyo for global trainees looking for postgraduate research study opportunities in Japan.
The MEXT Scholarship is a fully moneyed program developed to support impressive students pursuing Master’s or Postgraduate degrees. The scholarship covers tuition costs and offers regular monthly financial backing throughout the period of study.
Known as one of Japan’s leading organizations, the University of Tokyo provides a number of graduate programs taught in English, making it an appealing location for worldwide scientists and postgraduate students.
Scholarship Overview
- Host Nation: Japan
- Organization: University of Tokyo
- Study Level: Master’s and PhD
- Qualified Countries: Open to all countries
- Scholarship Type: Completely Moneyed
- Financial Support: As Much As ¥ 145,000 monthly stipend
- Application Due Date: October 31, 2026
Scholarship Benefits
Effective applicants will receive:
- Complete tuition fee exemption
- Monthly stipend of:
- ¥ 144,000 for Master’s students
- ¥ 145,000 for Doctoral students
- Extra regional allowance for picked areas
- Round-trip economy air travel to and from Japan
- Financial support throughout the standard duration of the program
The scholarship period is typically:
- 2 years for Master’s programs
- 3 years for Doctoral programs
Eligibility Requirements
To get approved for the MEXT Scholarship, candidates must:
- Be international trainees with excellent academic efficiency
- Meet the required scholastic GPA requirement
- Show English language proficiency
- Obtain a field associated to their previous research studies
- Be physically and psychologically healthy to study in Japan
- Hold citizenship from a country with diplomatic relations with Japan
- Be born on or after April 2, 1990
Needed Files
Candidates are usually anticipated to prepare:
- Finished application
- Research plan or field of study proposition
- Academic transcripts
- Suggestion letter
- Evidence of graduation or expected graduation
- Passport copy
- Passport picture
- Evidence of language efficiency
- Thesis abstract or research summary
All files need to be submitted in English or Japanese and completed according to the university’s application standards.
How to Apply
Interested prospects must:
- Look for admission into a Master’s or Doctoral program at the University of Tokyo.
- Submit all required scholarship files after completing the admission application.
- Guarantee applications are sent before the due date and follow the university’s formatting instructions thoroughly.
Given that the selection process is highly competitive, applicants are encouraged to prepare strong scholastic and research study products before using.