Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship for Undergraduates

Brief Description

The MEXT Scholarship for Undergraduates by Tokyo Institute of Technology is a fully-funded scholarship for outstanding international students to pursue their undergraduate studies in Japan.

Host Institution(s)

The scholarship is hosted by Tokyo Institute of Technology, one of the top universities in Japan known for its excellence in science and technology education.

Level/Field of Study

This scholarship is offered for undergraduate studies in various fields such as engineering, science, and technology at Tokyo Institute of Technology.

Number of Awards

The number of awards varies each year and is determined by the Japanese government, with a total of 120 students selected worldwide.

Target Group

The MEXT scholarship is open to students from all countries except for Japan, providing an opportunity for international students to study at one of Japan’s leading universities.

Scholarship Value/Inclusions

This fully-funded scholarship covers tuition fees, monthly allowances, and travel expenses to Japan. It also includes language training and other benefits like health insurance.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements:
1. Must be a non-Japanese citizen
2. Must have completed 12 years of education or equivalent to a Japanese high school education
3. Must be born on or after April 2, 1996
4. Must have excellent academic record and must be recommended by their university
5. Must have a strong interest in studying in Japan and contributing to future international relations
6. Must be physically and mentally healthy to study abroad

Also Check: Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship for Graduates (University Recommendation (SGU))

Application Instructions

To apply for the MEXT Scholarship for Undergraduates, interested students must follow the following steps:
1. First, apply for admission to Tokyo Institute of Technology through the university recommendation system.
2. Upon receiving a recommendation from the university, the applicant must submit the required documents to the Japanese embassy or consulate in their home country.
3. The embassy or consulate will then conduct a screening process and select applicants for further evaluation.
4. Applicants who pass the initial screening will be invited for an interview and exams at the Japanese embassy or consulate.
5. The final selection will be made by MEXT, and successful candidates will be notified through the Japanese embassy or consulate.

Official Website

For more information and to apply for the MEXT Scholarship for Undergraduates, please visit the official website.