ScholarshipsKeio University MEXT Scholarship
Fully FundedUniversity RenewableMaster · PhD
Keio University MEXT Scholarship
JapanUniversityMaster'sPhDFully Funded
Amount
Full tuition + JPY 144,000/month + airfare
Funding
Fully Funded
Deadline
178 days left
Country
Japan
Awards
Approximately 8,000-10,000 per year across all MEXT programs
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Provider
Keio University (via MEXT)
Type
University
Field of Study
Various fields at Keio University
Awards Available
Approximately 8,000-10,000 per year across all MEXT programs
Duration
Research: 2 years (extendable), Master's: 2-3 years, PhD: 3-4 years, Undergraduate: 5 years
Renewable
Yes, renewable
Open To
All nationalities
GPA Requirement
Minimum GPA of 2.3/3.0 (approximately 3.0/4.0). Higher GPA significantly strengthens application.
Language
Japanese or English. Embassy Recommendation requires Japanese language exam. University Recommendation varies.
Age Limit
Under 35 for research students, under 25 for undergraduate (varies)
Interview
Required
Essay
Required
Acceptance Rate
Embassy Recommendation: approximately 5-10%. University Recommendation: varies by university.
Results Announced
Embassy: results by January for April start. University: varies.
Keio University, Japan's oldest private university, offers MEXT-sponsored scholarships for international graduate students through the university recommendation pathway.
- Full tuition and fees exemption
- Monthly stipend of JPY 144,000
- Round-trip economy airfare
- No entrance exam fee
- Academic excellence in previous studies
- Research plan quality and feasibility
- Japanese language ability or willingness to learn
- Health requirements met
- Age requirements met (varies by program)
Application Deadline (178 days left)
Saturday, October 31, 2026
Results Announced
Embassy: results by January for April start. University: varies.
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