Study in Japan for Free! University of Tokyo Offering MEXT Scholarship 2026

Are you an international student who dreams of studying in Japan without paying for tuition, travel, or living costs? This is your chance! The Graduate School of Science at The University of Tokyo is now accepting applications for the MEXT Scholarship 2026 — a fully funded opportunity supported by the Japanese Government.

What Is the MEXT Scholarship?

MEXT (Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology) gives scholarships to talented students from other countries. The University of Tokyo selects top students and recommends them for this special program. If selected, you will begin your Master’s or PhD studies in October 2026 and receive full financial support.

What Does the Scholarship Cover?

• Monthly Allowance: ¥144,000 for Master’s students ¥145,000 for PhD students Extra money may be given if you study in certain areas.
• Travel Costs: Free round-trip airfare between your country and Japan.
• Tuition Fees: 100% free — no enrollment or tuition fees.
• Housing Support: One-year stay at the University of Tokyo International Lodge, with low rent (around ¥50,000–¥60,000/month).

Who Can Apply?

You must:

• Be from a country that has good relations with Japan
• Be born on or after April 2, 1991
• Have a Bachelor’s degree (for Master’s applicants) or Master’s degree (for PhD applicants)
• Have a GPA of at least 2.30 out of 3.00 (as calculated by MEXT)
• Be good in English (like IELTS 5.5 or TOEFL iBT 72+) or Japanese (JLPT N2 or above)
• Be healthy enough to study in Japan
• Apply for a course at the Graduate School of Science at the University of Tokyo

People who live in Japan or have received MEXT funding before (without reapplying properly) cannot apply.

What Subjects Can You Study?

Fields include:

• Physics
• Chemistry
• Earth and Planetary Sciences
• Biological Sciences
• Astronomy
• Mathematics

How to Apply

Apply online from October 15 to October 31, 2025 (Japan time). 🔗 Apply here