The Asia Pacific University MEXT Scholarship offers international students a chance to pursue Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD programs in Japan. Sponsored by the Japanese Government, this fully-funded scholarship covers tuition and living expenses, with no need for IELTS/TOEFL.

Designation

Scholarship Programme

Research Area

Various fields including Media, Business, Engineering, and Information Technology.

Location

Asia Pacific University, Japan

Eligibility/Qualification

  • Must be a national of a country with diplomatic relations with Japan.
  • Born on or after April 2, 1991.
  • Minimum GPA of 2.30 on a 3.00 scale from the most recent university attended.
  • English Proficiency equivalent to B2 or above on the CEFR scale (e.g., TOEFL iBT 72 or IELTS 5.5). If no test score, a certificate from the previous university stating that the degree was in English is acceptable.

Job Description

The scholarship supports students in their academic pursuits at Asia Pacific University, covering:

  • 100% of tuition fees (tuition reduction scholarship).
  • Monthly living allowance of 144,000 JPY (amount subject to change).
  • Economy class air travel from the home country to APU at the start and end of the program.

How to Apply

  • Visit the official website to create an account in the online application system.
  • Complete the application form and submit the required documents.

Last Date to Apply

November 12, 2025 (for September 2026 enrollment).