Directorate for Internationalization of Education

MEXT Scholarship for Research Student at Ochanomizu University

Ochanomizu University

Call for application for MEXT Scholarship for Research Students at Ochanomizu University, Japan!
The MEXT Scholarship is now open for prospective graduate students who plan to begin their studies at Ochanomizu University.

Eligibility

FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS
  • Applicants must have been born on or after April 2, 1991.
  • Applicants must meet the academic requirements to enroll in a Master’s or Doctoral program in Japan (minimum 16 years of formal education).
  • Applicants must have a minimum academic grade point of 2.30 out of 3.00 (or equivalent).
  • Language proficiency requirements:
  • Japanese: JLPT N2 or higher, or
  • English: CEFR B2 or higher (e.g., TOEFL iBT ≥ 72, IELTS ≥ 5.5).
  • The intended field of study must be the same as or related to the applicant’s previous academic background.
  • Applicants must be physically and mentally healthy.
  • Applicants must be able to arrive in Japan around early October 2026.
  • Applicants must not be receiving another scholarship that conflicts with MEXT.
  • Applicants must intend to proceed to a regular degree program after the research student period.

Document Requirements

  • MEXT Application Form (Research Student 2026) — Form 1
  • Field of Study and Study Program — Form 2
  • Supervisor Application Form — Form 3
  • Letter of Recommendation (from Dean or higher authority)
  • Copy of passport (ID page)
  • Recent photograph (within the last 6 months)
  • Official academic transcript
  • Certificate of graduation or expected graduation letter
  • Thesis or research abstract (if applicable)
  • Proof of language proficiency (JLPT, TOEFL, IELTS, or equivalent)

Notes:

Documents must be in English or Japanese. Other languages require translation.

Scholarship Coverage

  • Monthly allowance: JPY 146,000 per month
  • Round-trip airfare between the home country and Japan (according to MEXT regulations).
  • Exemption from entrance examination fees, enrollment fees, and tuition fees.

Scholarship Period

  • Up to 1.5 years as a research student (October 2026 – March 2028).
  • Extendable upon admission to a Master’s or Doctoral program, subject to approval.

How to Apply:

Interested Universitas Indonesia students must submit their documents to outbound@ui.ac.id no later than 12 January 2026

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