MEXT Scholarships

MEXT Scholarships: The Opportunities Unlocker for International Students in Japan

By giving the chance to attend Japanese universities, the Japanese government hopes to foster cross-cultural understanding and academic interchange among international students through the MEXT scholarship program. This article discusses the classification of several MEXT scholarships, required documents, and application forms for the advantages of studying in Japan.

Types of MEXT Scholarships

MEXT has many scholarship types to cater to different student groups.

1. Scholarships recommended by universities: offered by universities in Japan. The universities choose candidates based on interviews, recommendations, and academic standing.

2. Scholarships recommended by the embassies: Candidates who apply through Japanese consulates or embassies abroad are eligible for scholarships recommended by the embassies. These scholarships are allocated through a very competitive selection process of interviews and written tests to eliminate bias and ensure an equitable choice.

3. Japanese Research Student Scholarships: These scholarships reflect Japan’s commitment to developing and encouraging research studies in all academic fields. They provide substantial monetary benefits to students aspiring to acquire doctoral degrees or research.

4. Undergraduate Scholarships: These are available to recent high school graduates who are interested in continuing undergraduate studies in Japan. They also cover their living expenses and tuition.

Required documents

Before the deadline, the following documents (in the specified order) must be submitted:

• Application Form with Mark Sheet (1 original)
• Plan of Research
• Certified copy of transcripts from the previous universities attended, together with the degree (hope certificate).​ 

If chosen, attestation by the relevant university is required.

Applicants need to send in the following paperwork based on their educational background

1. Application materials for applicants who have already completed their undergraduate degree at a university.
2. Application materials for applicants who have already finished their graduate program at a university.
3. Application materials for applicants who are currently pursuing an undergraduate degree, an academic transcript covering the period from the year of enrolment to the term for which grades have been determined at the time of application for the scholarship.
4. For candidates seeking graduate degrees, an academic record from their undergraduate studies as well as an educational record from their graduate program covering the period from the year of enrolment to the term for which grades were announced at the time of scholarship application.
5. A certified copy of your degree or confirmation of graduation from the university you attended. One copy with the original certification.

Applicants need to send in the following paperwork based on their educational background

1. Certificates of graduation from the undergraduate program at the university are required for degree.
2. Certificates of prospective graduation from the undergraduate program are required for:
3. (Applicants who have already completed their undergraduate studies).
4. Certificates of graduation from both the undergraduate and graduate programs are required for:
5. (Applicants who have already completed their graduate studies).
6. Certificates of graduation from both the undergraduate and graduate programs are required for:
7.  Applicants who are pursuing an undergraduate.
8.  Applicants who are pursuing a graduate degree.
9. Suggestion a letter from the academic advisor, president, or dean of the university you have attended or are now attending. One original.
10. These abstracts (if applicable) include one original.
11. Letter of recommendation from the current employer, if any. One original.

Conclusion

The scholarship offers students from any country the opportunity to experience education in Japan. With substantial financial support combined with cultural exchange, MEXT encourages academic and personal development in one of the world’s most exciting countries. Prospective students are advised to research their options and prepare sufficiently ahead of time to take advantage of this opportunity to further their studies in Japan and from a globalized perspective.