The MEXT Scholarship (by Japan’s Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology) offers full funding for international students to study at Osaka University — one of Japan’s top universities. It supports undergraduate, master’s, doctoral, and research-level studies.
Application Deadline:
- 1 September 2026
Tell Me About The Award:
The Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship at the University of Osaka (UOsaka) supports international students at both undergraduate and graduate levels. It covers tuition, living expenses, and provides Japanese language training where necessary.
Which Fields are Eligible?
- Human Sciences International Undergraduate Program (HUS)
- International Undergraduate Program in Science (IUPS)
- Graduate Programs across multiple faculties (Master’s and Doctoral).
Type:
- Undergraduate & Graduate Scholarship | Japan | Fully Funded (MEXT)
Who can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Apply via Embassy Recommendation or University Recommendation.
- Hold relevant academic qualifications (Bachelor’s for graduate entry).
- Pass entrance examinations at UOsaka.
- Provide proof of language proficiency (Japanese or English depending on program).
- For graduate applicants: initially enroll as research students (6–12 months) before progressing to Master’s or Doctoral programs.
How are Applicants Selected?
- Embassy Recommendation:
- First screening (documents, exams, interview) by Japanese Embassy/Consulate.
- Second screening by MEXT and UOsaka.
- LoA request via Admissions Assistance Desk (AAD) system.
- University Recommendation:
- Selection from partner universities or joint research institutes.
- Direct nomination to MEXT.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
- Open internationally (students worldwide).
Where will the Award be Taken?
- University of Osaka, Japan.
How Many Awards?
- Multiple scholarships awarded annually via both Embassy and University routes.
What is the Benefit of the Award?
- Full tuition coverage.
- Monthly stipend (amount set by MEXT).
- Travel allowance (round-trip airfare).
- Japanese language training (up to 1 year for undergraduates; 6 months for graduates if needed).
- Research support and supervision.
How Long Will the Award Last?
- Undergraduate: 4–5 years (including 1 year language training).
- Graduate: 6–12 months as research student, then 2 years (Master’s) or 3 years (Doctoral).
How to Apply:
- Embassy Recommendation:
- Apply via Japanese Embassy/Consulate in your country (Feb–Mar for undergraduates; Apr for graduates).
- Pass first screening (May–Jul).
- Request LoA from UOsaka via AAD system by 1 September 2026.
- Await final selection (Nov–Mar).
- Arrive in Japan (Apr/Oct 2027).
- University Recommendation:
- Apply to UOsaka partner programs (HUS or IUPS).
- Pass entrance exam.
- UOsaka nominates candidates to MEXT (Nov–Jan).
- Arrive in Japan (Oct 2027).
Visit the Application Webpage for Details
