Summary

Applications are now open for the Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship at the Toyohashi University of Technology. This is a fully funded opportunity for international students worldwide to pursue their Master’s and PhD degrees in Japan for the 2027-2028 academic session. The scholarship requires no application fee, and an English Proficiency Certificate from your university is accepted if you do not have IELTS/TOEFL scores.

  • 🇯🇵 Toyohashi University of Technology MEXT Scholarship 2027 is a fully funded Japanese Government scholarship for international students pursuing Master’s (2 years) or PhD (3 years) in Japan.
  • 🌍 Applicants from all countries are eligible to apply for the 2027–2028 academic session.
  • 📝 Japanese language proficiency, IELTS, and TOEFL are not mandatory; applicants may submit an English proficiency certificate from their university.
  • 💰 Financial benefits include full tuition, admission and application fees, monthly stipend (¥143,000–¥145,000), and round-trip airfare.
  • 🏫 Toyohashi University of Technology (TUT), established in 1976 in Aichi, Japan, is a leading institution offering advanced engineering and technology programs.
  • 🎓 Available study fields include Mechanical Engineering, Electrical & Electronic Information Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering, Applied Chemistry & Life Science, and Architecture & Civil Engineering.
  • 📄 Required documents include the application form, research plan, academic transcripts, graduation certificates, CV, recommendation letter, passport copy, language certificate, photograph, and other supporting documents.
  • ✅ Eligibility requirements include holding a Bachelor’s degree (for Master’s) or Master’s degree (for PhD), being born on or after April 2, 1990, and providing proof of English proficiency.
  • 📅 Application deadline: 1 September 2026.
  • 📬 Application process: Secure acceptance from a prospective TUT supervisor, then submit the required documents to the supervisor’s department before the deadline.
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Designation

Master’s Degree Candidates, Doctoral (PhD) Candidates, and Research Students.

Scholarship Overview

DetailInformation
UniversityToyohashi University of Technology
Degree LevelMasters, PhD
Scholarship CoverageFully Funded
Eligible NationalityAll Nationalities (International Students outside Japan)
Award CountryJapan
Last Date to ApplySeptember 1, 2026

Research Area

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Students can apply under the following available study fields:

  • Mechanical Engineering (Mechanical System Design, Materials and Manufacturing, System Control and Robotics, Environment and Energy)
  • Electrical and Electronic Information Engineering (Electronic Materials, Electrical Systems, Integrated Electronics, Information and Communication Systems)
  • Computer Science and Engineering (Computer and Mathematics Sciences, Data Informatics, Human and Brain Informatics, Media Informatics and Robotics)
  • Applied Chemistry and Life Science (Molecular Design Chemistry, Molecular Functional Chemistry, Molecular Biological Chemistry)
  • Architecture and Civil Engineering (Architecture and Urban Design, Urban and Regional Management)

Location

Tempaku, Toyohashi, Aichi, Japan.

Eligibility/Qualification

  • Must be an international student living outside of Japan.
  • Master’s program applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree.
  • Doctoral program applicants must hold a Master’s degree.
  • Applicants must be born on or after April 2, 1990.
  • Applicants must submit an English Test Score or an English Language Proficiency Certificate from their university.

Job Description (Program Benefits)

This fully funded academic program will cover most expenses for international students for the duration of their degree (2 years for a Master’s and 3 years for a Doctoral program). Financial benefits include:

  • Monthly Allowance:
    • 143,000 JPY for Research Students
    • 144,000 JPY for Master’s Program students
    • 145,000 JPY for Doctoral Program students
  • Travel: Arrival and return air tickets provided by the MEXT Japanese Government.
  • Tuition: Full coverage of the Application Fee, Admission Fee, and Tuition Fees.

How to Apply

  1. Verify that you meet the eligibility criteria and identify your preferred field of study.
  2. Find a prospective supervisor by reviewing the List of Faculty Members and contact them directly to request supervision.
  3. Once you obtain the supervisor’s acceptance, prepare the required documents (including the MEXT application form, research plan, academic transcripts, recommendation letter, language certificate, CV, copy of passport, etc.).
  4. Mail the complete set of required documents to your supervisor before the deadline at the following postal address:Atten: Prof. [Your prospective supervisor’s name]Department of [Your department name]Toyohashi University of Technology, Tempaku, Toyohashi, Aichi, 441-8580, Japan

Last Date for Apply

September 1, 2026

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