JapanGovernment ScholarshipCheck Scholarship LinkMEXT Scholarship (Japanese Government)
منحة الحكومة اليابانية (MEXT)
About the scholarship program
The Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship is offered by Japan's Ministry of Education to international students across several tracks, including undergraduate, graduate and research studies. It usually covers full tuition, a monthly allowance and airfare, and may include a preparatory year of Japanese language study. You can apply through the Japanese embassy in your country (embassy recommendation) or directly via a Japanese university (university recommendation).
Documents required for this scholarship
- Recent passport-size photo
- Academic transcripts
- Degree certificate (or proof of expected graduation)
- Academic or professional recommendation letters
- Research proposal
- Medical examination form
- Language proficiency proof (e.g. IELTS/TOEFL) if required
- Valid passport
Requirements vary by program and intake — always confirm the final list on the official application page.
Track your academic readiness
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