International students Japanese government (MEXT) scholarship for 2025 are inviting international students to apply for study as a research students at Japanese universities for graduate programs. Fully funded award for academic 2025 year will be given to students who are enroll in qualifying courses at a partner or hosted Japanese universities.
Japanese Scholarship Overview
- Hosted by Japanese universities.
- Fully funded.
- No stated value.
- Multiple awards.
- Targets postgraduate study.
- Nationality: Foreign students.
2025 Japanese Government Scholarship Qualifications
- Nationality of a nation with diplomatic ties to Japan.
- Ideally born on April 2, 1990, or later.
- Exceptions made in cases where conditions prevent application within the appropriate age range.
- Preparation to learn the Japanese language.
- Interest in Japan and ability to further knowledge.
- Capability to conduct research and adjust to life in Japan.
- Health certificate certified by a doctor attesting to no physical or mental issues impeding study in Japan.
Scholarship Benefits Overview
- Monthly allowance for non-regular students: 143,000 yen.
- Tuition for regular students: 144,000 yen.
- Tuition for regular PhD students: 145,000 yen.
- MEXT Traveling Expenses cover tuition, entrance exams, matriculation, and airfare to/from Japan.
Japanese Government Scholarship 2025 Application Process
- Online application submission before deadline date.
- Document requirements: preference for placement application form, research plan and study area, academic record, graduation diploma or certificate, recommendation letter, medical certification, theses summaries, language proficiency certificate, and employer recommendation letter.
Deadline for application: 10 May 2024
Visit the official scholarship website
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