This prestigious scholarship is designed for exceptional international students who receive recommendations from APU. Sponsored by the Japanese Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), this scholarship aims to bolster international competitiveness and foster vibrant exchanges among students at Japanese universities. Embrace this opportunity to elevate your academic journey in Japan and join a diverse community committed to excellence and collaboration.
About Japanese Government
Japanese government scholarship supports foreign students who study in higher education institutions, selected on the recommendation of Japanese Embassy/Consulate General, University, or Authority.
MEXT (UR) Scholarship 2025
The Japanese Government has opened its doors for all students who wish to study for a Master’s program at Asia Pacific University but are financially constrained from applying for this scholarship.
Why You Should Apply For The MEXT (UR) Scholarship
- Full admission fee
- Full tuition fee
- Monthly subsistence allowance of 144,000 JPY (including housing) (amount subject to change)
- Medical insurance
- Books and instructional materials
- Travel expenses (economy class airfare between the home country and APU at the beginning and end of the program)
Eligibility Requirements for MEXT (UR) Scholarship
- Must intend to study abroad in Japan from overseas.
- Must be a national of a MEXT designated country
- Must be born on or after April 2, 1991
- Must have achieved a GPA of at least 2.30 on a 3.00 scale at their most recent university
Notes:
- Individuals currently serving on active military duty or employed as civilian staff by the military at the time of application are not eligible for this scholarship.
- Those who have previously received a Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship are generally ineligible, except for those with over three years of educational or work experience since the end of their scholarship, or former recipients of certain designated programs. The Monbukagakusho Honors Scholarship for Privately-Financed International Students is not considered a MEXT Scholarship.
- Recipients must not receive any other scholarships (including those from the Japanese government, government-related organizations, or other sources) that have not been approved for concurrent acceptance with the MEXT Scholarship.
- Recipients must hold a “Student” status of residence (visa status) in Japan.
Interview date, Process and Venue for MEXT (UR) Scholarship
- MEXT University Recommendation (UR) scholarship accepts applications for only September 2026 enrollment. Please submit your application by November 12, 2025
- APU reviews application documents and selects suitable candidates to recommend to the MEXT.
- Applicants selected to be recommended for this scholarship are notified with their final APU application results.
- The final scholarship award results are decided by MEXT by the end of June. Please be aware that the timing of the final scholarship result notification is subject to change depending on the circumstances of the MEXT.
Application Deadline For the MEXT (UR) Scholarship
The application deadline for the MEXT (UR) Scholarship is November 12, 2025
How To Apply For The MEXT (UR) Scholarship
- To be considered for this scholarship, applicants must first apply to APU.
- APU will then select eligible candidates to recommend to the scholarship organization.
For more details, visit Asia Pacific University Scholarship webpage
