The MEXT (Monbukagakusho) Scholarship 2026, offered by Japan’s Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, provides international students with the opportunity to study fully funded undergraduate, master’s, or doctoral programs in Japan. The University of Tsukuba, one of Japan’s top research institutions, participates in this prestigious scholarship through both Embassy Recommendation and University Recommendation routes.
Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
University: University of Tsukuba
Degree Levels: Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD
Eligible Students: International Students
Location: Japan
Deadline: Varies by application route
Why Choose the University of Tsukuba?
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Ranked among Japan’s top universities
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Located in Tsukuba Science City, known for innovation and research
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Strong programs in AI, robotics, health, and engineering
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Excellent support services for international students
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Interdisciplinary and globally relevant degree programs
Available Degree Programs
This scholarship covers all academic subjects offered at the University of Tsukuba across the following degree levels:
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Bachelor’s Degree
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Master’s Degree
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PhD (Doctoral) Degree
Scholarship Benefits
The MEXT Scholarship offers complete financial support, including:
Eligibility Criteria
The scholarship is open to students of all nationalities. Applicants can apply through two main routes:
1. Embassy Recommendation
Application Process:
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April–July 2025: Apply through your local Japanese Embassy or Consulate
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By September 1, 2025: Request a Letter of Provisional Acceptance from the University of Tsukuba
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Sept–Oct 2025: Submit your acceptance letter to the Embassy
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Nov 2025 – March 2026: MEXT conducts final screening
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April or October 2026: Enroll at Tsukuba
Note: You must find a potential academic supervisor via TRIOS and inform the Division of Student Exchange.
2. University Recommendation
A. General Program
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Open to Master’s and PhD applicants from MEXT-designated countries
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Must contact a professor for supervision before applying
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Only a limited number (usually 3) are nominated
Timeline:
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Nov–Dec 2025: Applications open
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Jan–Feb 2026: Internal selection
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June 2026: Final MEXT results
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Oct 2026: Enrollment
B. Special Programs
These are pre-approved MEXT-funded programs requiring applicants to pass entrance exams:
Graduate Programs:
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International Resilience Engineering
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Master’s in Sport and Olympic Studies
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Materials Innovation
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Multimodal Biomedicine
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AI and Robotics Implementation
Undergraduate Programs:
Visit the University of Tsukuba’s Official Website for entrance requirements and specific program details.
How to Apply
Embassy Recommendation:
University Recommendation:
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Contact a professor at the University of Tsukuba for supervision.
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Prepare your documents based on the official MEXT guidelines released in November 2025.
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Submit your application to the university’s international office.
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