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University of Tokyo MEXT Scholarship for International Science Students 2027, Japan
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University of Tokyo MEXT Scholarship for International Science Students 2027, Japan

🇯🇵JapanUniversity of Tokyo MEXT
🇯🇵JapanScholarshipFully Funded10 days left·Oct 29, 2026phd
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3 min readUpdated Oct 19, 2026Opportunity Station

Program details

Key facts at a glance

Host country
Japan
Region
Asia
Institution
University of Tokyo MEXT
Administered by
University of Tokyo
Study level
PhD
Funding
Fully Funded

Program overview

Full description, requirements, and what to expect

This Master’S, PhD program in Japan is organized by University of Tokyo, with fully funded. The application deadline is October 30, 2026. It is open to international students.

KEY DETAILS - Location: Japan - Institution: University of Tokyo - Program level: Master’s, PhD - Funding: Fully Funded - Open to: International Students - Deadline: October 30, 2026

ELIGIBILITY - Apply for a graduate program as an international student. - Exhibit a stellar academic record. - Apply to a master’s or doctorate program in science. - Fulfill the necessary requirements for proficiency in either Japanese or English. - Possess a research proposal that closely relates to a University of Tokyo faculty member’s area of expertise. - Not presently residing in Japan under specific long-term visa categories (according to MEXT requirements). - Not have previously been awarded a MEXT Scholarship, unless certain exceptions apply. - Demonstrate a high capacity for research and a dedication to academic success. - Fulfill all MEXT scholarship requirements as well as the graduate school’s entrance requirements.

BENEFITS - Master’s students receive a Monthly living allowance of about 144,000 yen. - Doctorate students receive a Monthly living allowance of about 145,000 yen. - Complete exemption from tuition fees. - International round-trip airfare. - Financial assistance during the duration of the degree program. - Depending on eligibility, there may be additional institutional or regional allowances. - The chance to study and carry out research in Japan without having to worry about money.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS - Research proposal or study plan. - Academic transcripts from previous studies. - Degree certificates or graduation documents. - Letter of recommendation. - Proof of English or Japanese language proficiency (as required). - Thesis abstract, research summary, or academic statement. - Copy of a valid passport. - Any additional documents requested by the relevant graduate school. - Supporting materials related to research experience, if applicable. - Completed application forms required by the university and scholarship programme.

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Requirements & preparation

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Eligibility criteria

9 requirements to review

  • Apply for a graduate program as an international student.
  • Exhibit a stellar academic record.
  • Apply to a master’s or doctorate program in science.
  • Fulfill the necessary requirements for proficiency in either Japanese or English.
  • Possess a research proposal that closely relates to a University of Tokyo faculty member’s area of expertise.
  • Not presently residing in Japan under specific long-term visa categories (according to MEXT requirements).
  • Not have previously been awarded a MEXT Scholarship, unless certain exceptions apply.
  • Demonstrate a high capacity for research and a dedication to academic success.
  • Fulfill all MEXT scholarship requirements as well as the graduate school’s entrance requirements.

Benefits & funding

7 perks included · Fully Funded

  • Master’s students receive a Monthly living allowance of about 144,000 yen.
  • Doctorate students receive a Monthly living allowance of about 145,000 yen.
  • Complete exemption from tuition fees.
  • International round-trip airfare.
  • Financial assistance during the duration of the degree program.
  • Depending on eligibility, there may be additional institutional or regional allowances.
  • The chance to study and carry out research in Japan without having to worry about money.

Required documents

Prepare these before you apply

  1. 1Research proposal or study plan.
  2. 2Academic transcripts from previous studies.
  3. 3Degree certificates or graduation documents.
  4. 4Letter of recommendation.
  5. 5Proof of English or Japanese language proficiency (as required).
  6. 6Thesis abstract, research summary, or academic statement.
  7. 7Copy of a valid passport.
  8. 8Any additional documents requested by the relevant graduate school.
  9. 9Supporting materials related to research experience, if applicable.
  10. 10Completed application forms required by the university and scholarship programme.

Important dates

Deadlines and listing updates

  • Application deadlineOct 29, 2026
  • Published on Opportunity StationJun 5, 2026
  • Last updatedOct 19, 2026

Participating location

Where this opportunity takes place

Japan · Asia

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https://www.studyinjapan.go.jp/en/planning/scholarship/
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