Ritsumeikan University in Japan is inviting applications from international students for the 2026 Japan Government MEXT Scholarship. The Japanese Government MEXT Scholarship at Ritsumeikan University is a fully funded opportunity that includes tuition, $11,200 stipend for living expenses, travel costs, and visa fees.

Eligibility: 

• Have the nationality of a country that has diplomatic relations with the Japanese government. Applicants who have Japanese nationality are not eligible (Japanese dual-nationality citizens who plan on renouncing their Japanese citizenship, however, may apply).
• Have been born on or after April 2, 1991.
• Be in both good physical and mental health.
• Be willing to newly acquire a student visa and newly enter Japan for the purpose of study upon receipt of the scholarship.
• Be able to arrive in Japan on a date designated by Ritsumeikan University in the middle of September 2026.
• Have a CGPA equal to or higher than 2.30 out of 3.00 for current degree program as calculated by MEXT’s formula (or most recently attended degree program for persons not currently enrolled. You DO NOT need to calculate this on your own. The university will calculate your GPA according to MEXT’s formula after receiving your formal application).
• For applicants to English language medium degree programs: Have English language ability equal to or greater than Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) B2 level, or have studied in English in the most recent (or currently enrolled) degree program.
   

Value: 

The MEXT University Recommendation Scholarship offers a comprehensive financial package that covers;

• Full tuition,
• Monthly living allowances,
• Travel support and
• Additional subsidies required for life and study in Japan.

Type: Postgraduate
Deadline: December 11, 2025
Host Country: Japan