University of Tokyo MEXT Scholarship 2027 in Japan | Fully Funded | Study Free in Japan

The University of Tokyo offers the MEXT Scholarship 2027 for fully funded study opportunities in Japan. The application period is from October 15 to October 30, 2026.

At a glance

• Fully funded scholarship covering study expenses in Japan

• Application form (download from the official website)
• Field of Study and Research Plan (download from the official website)
• Letter of recommendation from the Dean or above, addressed to the President of the University of Tokyo and printed on the university’s letterhead
• Passport-type photo taken within the last six months
• Official transcript from the last university or graduate school attended
• Proof of English or Japanese language proficiency
• Abstract of the graduation thesis
• Official statement of graduation or expected graduation
• Copy of the student’s passport page with the photo

1. Complete the admission application to the Graduate School of Science for the required degree program (Master’s or Doctoral).
2. Submit the required documents for the University of Tokyo MEXT scholarship.
3. Ensure documents are in English or Japanese and prepared according to official instructions.
4. Upload all required documents through the designated online application form before the deadline.
5. Check the automated email received after submission to confirm application.

Official application link: https://www.s.u-tokyo.ac.jp/en/admission/scholarship.html
Last date to apply: 30 October 2026

Important information

• Documents must be in Japanese or English, prepared in A4 format, and printed double-sided.
• Documents in another language must be accompanied by a Japanese translation.