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MEXT Scholarship 2027 – Undergraduate Students (Embassy Recommendation)

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Opportunity overview

Japanese Government MEXT scholarship for international students who wish to study undergraduate programmes at Japanese national universities.

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Eligibility

International students who meet the 2027 MEXT undergraduate scholarship requirements. Applicants select fields, courses and majors according to the official guidelines.

Eligible nationalities

International applicants; embassy-specific recruitment rules apply.

How to apply

Apply through the Japanese Embassy or Consulate in the applicant’s country. Exact schedule varies by country.