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2026 Japanese Government (MEXT) Undergraduate Scholarship

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Location:

Japan

About the Event:

From Campus Lifestyle's post:


The Japanese Government (MEXT) Undergraduate Scholarship 2026 offers an incredible opportunity for international students to pursue a fully funded Bachelor’s degree at prestigious Japanese national universities. This prestigious scholarship, sponsored by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) of Japan, aims to foster global leaders who will strengthen the bonds between Japan and their home countries.


Students selected for the MEXT Scholarship will receive comprehensive support including a monthly stipend, full tuition coverage, and round-trip airfare. Most students begin with one year of intensive Japanese language and preparatory education before entering their undergraduate programs.


With access to world-class education, research facilities, and cultural immersion in Japan, the MEXT Undergraduate Scholarship is one of the best international scholarship programs in the world.


MEXT Undergraduate Scholarship 2026 Details:

  • Host Country: Japan

  • Study Level: Undergraduate

  • Funded By: Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT)

  • Eligibility: All International students


Benefits of the MEXT Undergraduate Scholarship 2026:

  • Full Tuition Fee Waiver

  • Monthly Stipend: 117,000 JPY per month (plus 2,000–3,000 JPY for certain regions)

  • Round-trip Airfare: Economy-class airfare to and from Japan

  • Preparatory Education: 1-year Japanese language and subject study (if required)

  • Comprehensive Health Coverage

  • Exemption from Entrance, Admission & Tuition Fees


Available Study Fields:

Social Sciences and Humanities

  • Law

  • Politics

  • Sociology

  • History

  • Literature

  • Economics

  • Business Administration

  • Pedagogy

  • Japanese Language

Natural Sciences

  • Mathematics

  • Physics

  • Chemistry

  • Mechanical Engineering

  • Electrical & Information Engineering

  • Architecture & Civil Engineering

  • Agriculture & Environmental Sciences

  • Medicine & Dentistry

  • Biology

  • Pharmacy

  • Veterinary Medicine


Eligibility Criteria for MEXT Undergraduate Scholarship 2026:

  • Must be a citizen of a country that has diplomatic relations with Japan

  • Born on or after April 2, 2001

  • Must have completed 12 years of education or expected to complete by March/August 2026

  • Willingness to learn Japanese and study in Japanese

  • Must be physically and mentally fit to study in Japan

  • Must be able to arrive in Japan between April 1 and 7, 2026 (or in Fall 2026 if direct placement applies)


Required Documents:

  • Completed Application Form

  • Academic Transcripts (High School/University)

  • Graduation or Expected Graduation Certificate

  • Recommendation Letter from the Principal or Teacher

  • Medical Certificate (MEXT Format)

  • Language Proficiency Certificate (if available)

  • University Entrance Qualification Certificate (if applicable)

  • Certificate of Enrollment (for currently enrolled students)


Note: All documents must be in English or Japanese, or accompanied by an official translation.


How to Apply for MEXT Undergraduate Scholarship 2026?

  • Visit the Official Website of the Japanese Embassy in your country.

  • Download the Application Forms for the FY2026 MEXT Undergraduate Program.

  • Fill out the Forms Carefully and gather all required documents.

  • Submit Your Application to the Japanese Embassy/Consulate by the given deadline.

  • Take the Written Exams (Math, English, Japanese, Science) and attend an interview.

  • Wait for the Results of the First and Second Screening conducted by MEXT.


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