International students are welcome to apply at the University of Osaka for the fiercely competitive MEXT Scholarship, a fully financed initiative supported by the Japanese government. With this scholarship, outstanding students from all around the world can enroll in one of Japan’s top research universities to pursue undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees.
The University of Osaka, which is well-known for its academic brilliance and innovative research, offers students access to cutting-edge facilities, eminent teachers, solid industrial linkages, and wide-ranging international collaborations. It allows students to fully immerse themselves in Japan’s innovative society and rich cultural legacy while providing the perfect environment for academic and professional growth.
The scholarship, which is supported by Japan’s Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science, and Technology (MEXT), is offered via both university and embassy recommendations. It pays for essential living and educational costs, enabling students to devote their whole time in Japan to their studies and research.
Host Country: Japan
Administered By: Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology
Institution: University of Osaka
Opportunity Type: Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD
Eligible Applicants: International Students
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
Eligibility Criteria:
- be qualified to study in Japan as an international student.
- Meet the age and nationality requirements set forth by the MEXT Scholarship program.
- possess the academic credentials required for the intended master’s, doctoral, or undergraduate program.
- Keep up a stellar academic record with exceptional learning accomplishments.
- Show a great deal of promise for scholarly research or study.
- fulfill the degree program’s language competency criteria.
- Respect all admission standards established by the relevant University of Osaka professor, department, or graduate school.
Benefits:
- complete payment of tuition for the duration of the course of study.
- a monthly allowance to cover living and personal costs.
- round-trip international airfare to Japan from the student’s home nation.
- Japanese language instruction and preparatory classes, as appropriate.
- access to cutting-edge research facilities, labs, and academic buildings.
- advice and assistance from seasoned mentors and academic supervisors.
- the chance to attend one of the most prominent and well-regarded colleges in Japan.
- beneficial chances for networking, cooperation, and international research with academics throughout the world.
Required Documents
- Completed scholarship application form.
- Official academic transcripts from previously attended institutions.
- Degree certificates or proof of graduation.
- Research proposal (for master’s and doctoral applicants).
- Detailed study plan outlining academic goals and objectives.
- Letters of recommendation from academic or professional referees.
- Valid passport copy or other identification documents.
- Medical certificate, if required by the scholarship program.
- Language proficiency certificates or supporting documents, where applicable.
- Any additional documents requested by MEXT or the University of Osaka during the application process.
Deadline: 1 September 2026
