APU MEXT University Recommendation Scholarship 2026 – Fully Funded in Japan

APU MEXT University Recommendation Scholarship 2026 – Fully Funded in Japan

Overview

This prestigious scholarship, provided by Japan's Ministry of Education (MEXT), is available to outstanding international graduate applicants recommended by Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU). It aims to foster global leadership and educational exchange. APU Admissions

Key Details

• Host Institution: Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU), Beppu, Japan Wikipedia

• Program Levels: Master’s and Doctoral

• Application Deadline: November 12, 2025 (for September 2026 intake) APU AdmissionsOpportunities Info

• Funding Provided:

  • Full admission and tuition fees

  • Monthly living allowance (approx. ¥144,000 including housing)

  • Medical insurance, books and materials

  • Round-trip economy airfare to and from home country APU AdmissionsOpportunities Corners

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible, applicants must:

• Intend to study in Japan from overseas

• Be citizens of MEXT-designated countries

• Be born on or after April 2, 1991 APU Admissions

• Have a minimum GPA of 2.30 on a 3.00 scale from their most recent degree APU Admissions

Ineligible if you:

• Are on active military duty or employed by the military at application time

• Have previously received a MEXT scholarship (unless fully expired and over 3 years ago) APU Admissions

• Hold another scholarship not approved for concurrent receipt

• Do not maintain “Student” visa status in Japan during studies APU Admissions

Selection Process

1. Apply to APU’s Master’s or PhD program by November 12, 2025.

2. APU reviews applications and selects the top candidates to recommend to MEXT.

3. Recommended candidates receive their final APU admission results.

4. MEXT announces scholarship results by end of June 2026 APU Admissions.

How to Apply

• Submit your graduate application to APU by the November 12, 2025 deadline.

• In your application, indicate your interest in the MEXT University Recommendation Scholarship.

• If selected for recommendation, APU will guide you through the remaining required processes.