MEXT Undergraduate Scholarship in Japan 2027

- Applicants must not hold Japanese nationality.
- Applicants must be born on or after April 2, 2002.
- Applicants must possess a high school diploma or equivalent qualification from outside Japan (completion of 12 years of education).
- Applicants must be willing to learn the Japanese language and conduct their academic studies in Japanese.
- Applicants must submit a health certificate signed by a physician.
- Applicants must be able to arrive in Japan between April 1, 2027, and April 7, 2027.
- Applicants must obtain a "Student" visa prior to entering Japan.
- Applicants must not be military personnel or civilian employees of the military.
- Individuals who have previously received a Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship are ineligible.
- Applicants cannot be simultaneously applying for another MEXT Scholarship program.
- Students already enrolled at a Japanese university or previously admitted are ineligible.

- Monthly allowance of 117,000 yen (with potential additional regional allowance of 2,000-3,000 yen).
- Waiver of university entrance examination and tuition fees.
- Coverage of round-trip travel expenses to and from Japan.
- Potential provision of international student residence halls by universities.

1. Review the detailed guidelines and requirements provided by the Japanese Embassy or Consulate in your home country.
2. Prepare all necessary application documents, including academic transcripts, health certificate, and other supporting materials.
3. Submit your completed application to the Japanese Embassy or Consulate in your home country by the specified deadline.
4. Participate in the first screening examinations (written tests and interviews) conducted by the Embassy/Consulate.
5. If selected, prepare for your arrival in Japan and secure the necessary "Student" visa.