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Japan Government MEXT Scholarship 2026 at Ritsumeikan University
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Japan Government MEXT Scholarship 2026 at Ritsumeikan University

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Program details

Key facts at a glance

Host country
United States
Region
North America
Institution
Japan Government MEXT
Study level
Master's
Funding
Stipend

Program overview

Full description, requirements, and what to expect

This listing covers a Scholarships opportunity for eligible applicants. The application deadline is December 11, 2025.

KEY DETAILS - Deadline: December 11, 2025

ELIGIBILITY - Must be a citizen of a nation with diplomatic ties to Japan (Japanese nationals are not eligible; dual citizens who intend to relinquish their Japanese citizenship may apply). - Must have been born on April 2, 1991, or later. - Must be in sound mental and physical condition. - If chosen, they must be prepared to apply for a new student visa and go to Japan expressly to pursue their studies. - Must be able to go to Japan by the mid-September 2026 date set by Ritsumeikan University. - Must have a CGPA of at least 2.30/3.00, determined by the MEXT formula (the university will compute this; self-calculation is not necessary). - For programs taught in English, candidates must either be proficient in CEFR B2 English or have finished the most recent English degree program. - Japan is the host nation. - Study Abroad: The chance to learn in Asia. - Postgraduate | Master’s Scholarships. - Eligible Countries: All countries are welcome to apply. - Benefits: $11,200 living stipend, lodging, and travel expenses are all covered by this Complete financial support scholarship. - Language Requirement: IELTS is not necessary. - Benefits :. - Full coverage of tuition. - A Monthly living expense grant. - Travel support is offered. - Extra funding for Japan’s everyday necessities and educational requirements.

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Eligibility criteria

17 requirements to review

  • Must be a citizen of a nation with diplomatic ties to Japan (Japanese nationals are not eligible; dual citizens who intend to relinquish their Japanese citizenship may apply).
  • Must have been born on April 2, 1991, or later.
  • Must be in sound mental and physical condition.
  • If chosen, they must be prepared to apply for a new student visa and go to Japan expressly to pursue their studies.
  • Must be able to go to Japan by the mid-September 2026 date set by Ritsumeikan University.
  • Must have a CGPA of at least 2.30/3.00, determined by the MEXT formula (the university will compute this; self-calculation is not necessary).
  • For programs taught in English, candidates must either be proficient in CEFR B2 English or have finished the most recent English degree program.
  • Japan is the host nation.
  • Study Abroad: The chance to learn in Asia.
  • Postgraduate | Master’s Scholarships.
  • Eligible Countries: All countries are welcome to apply.
  • Benefits: $11,200 living stipend, lodging, and travel expenses are all covered by this Complete financial support scholarship.
  • Language Requirement: IELTS is not necessary.

Benefits :.

  • Full coverage of tuition.
  • A Monthly living expense grant.
  • Travel support is offered.
  • Extra funding for Japan’s everyday necessities and educational requirements.

Important dates

Deadlines and listing updates

  • Application deadlineRolling — applications accepted on an ongoing basis
  • Published on Opportunity StationDec 10, 2025
  • Last updatedJul 13, 2026

Participating location

Where this opportunity takes place

United States · North America

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