University of Tokyo MEXT Scholarship 2027 in Japan (Fully Funded)
Overview
The University of Tokyo MEXT Scholarship 2027 in Japan is a fully funded opportunity provided by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT). It is available for international applicants pursuing a Master’s or Ph.D. degree for the October 2027 intake. The University of Tokyo features 15 Graduate Schools, which include options such as the Graduate School of Science and the Department of Civil Engineering. The scholarship duration is two years for a Master’s program running from October 2027 to September 2029, and three years for a Doctoral program running from October 2027 to September 2030.
Who can apply
The scholarship is open to all non-Japanese nationals who have graduated with a bachelor’s degree. Applicants must have a minimum CGPA of 2.30 and must have been born on or after April 2, 1992. Candidates must also satisfy the university admission requirements and meet the English language requirements, noting that IELTS is not required if a previous degree was taught in English at a university.
What you get
Selected participants receive full financial coverage, which includes a monthly stipend for both master’s and PhD students, round-trip airfare tickets, enrollment fees, and tuition fees.
Requirements
Applicants must submit a complete online application form along with a field of study and research plan, a letter of recommendation, a passport-type photo, an official transcript from their last university, an abstract of their graduation thesis, an official statement of graduation or expected graduation from their last attended university, and a copy of their student passport.
How to apply
Applicants must submit an electronic application through the online portal and upload all required documents online.
Key dates
The application deadline is 30th October 2026. The programs commence with the October 2027 intake.
Links in this posting
- Graduate School of Science MEXT Scholarship: The Graduate School of Science is accepting applications for the 2027 MEXT University Recommended Scholarship. The school has five departments: Physics, Astronomy, Earth and Planetary Science, Chemistry, and Biological Sciences.
- Department of Civil Engineering: The Civil Engineering Department is also accepting applications for the 2027 MEXT Scholarship.
- The University of Tokyo has 15 Graduate Schools. Check the department’s website for the MEXT Scholarship and its application process. Here is a List of Graduate Schools at the University of Tokyo.