International students wishing to pursue undergraduate, graduate, or doctoral degrees in Japan can apply for the fully funded Osaka University MEXT Scholarship 2027. The scholarship, which is supported by Japan’s Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science, and Technology (MEXT), pays for all living expenses, full tuition, and extra funding for scholarly research and cross-border cooperation. MEXT scholars from a variety of academic fields are accepted at Osaka University, both undergraduate and graduate. The goal of this esteemed program is to draw gifted students from all around the world to one of Japan’s top universities. This guide gives prospective applicants comprehensive information about the scholarship’s perks, eligibility requirements, length, available programs, and application process.
Eligibility Criteria :
Applicants who are undergraduates :
- must be a citizen of a nation with diplomatic ties to Japan.
- must pass the entrance exam in order to be admitted to a program at Osaka University.
- Before starting their degree program, applicants using the Embassy Recommendation Track must finish a one-year Japanese language preparation course.
Graduate Candidates :
- Prior to enrollment, candidates must hold a relevant Bachelor’s degree (for Master’s candidates) or Master’s degree (for PhD candidates).
- must successfully complete the preliminary examination administered by the Japanese Embassy or Consulate in their nation of origin.
- must pass the initial screening process in order to get a Letter of Acceptance from Osaka University.
- If required, qualified applicants may undergo Japanese language instruction before starting their academic program.
Japan is the host nation.
Asia (Study in Japan) is the study destination.
Degree Levels: Master’s, PhD, and Undergraduate
Candidates: Students from all nations are welcome to apply.
Benefits of the scholarship include funds for research support, a monthly living allowance, and full tuition coverage.
English Language Requirement: Depending on program criteria, IELTS is not necessary for the scholarship application procedure.
Benefits :
- Complete covering of tuition
- monthly allowance
- Encouragement of foreign research and cooperation with Japanese government, business, and academics
Deadline: September 1, 2026
