MEXT Scholarship by University Recommendation
For this scholarship, advanced scholarship research and early planning for study abroad are important since the selection procedure will take about half an year.
Please read the details carefully and go through the procedures referring to the MEXT's guideline.
Japanese only:Prior to submitting application materials to FHU, please contact faculty member whom you would like to have as a supervisor, and consult him/her about your application.
Qualifications for applying
Research students who are willing to enter Japan in September or October and meet the conditions in the guideline.
Scholarship Benefits
Allowance from MEXT
- Regular students enrolled in doctoral courses: 145,000yen per month
- Regular students enrolled in master’s or professional degree courses: 144,000yen per month
- Students receiving preparatory education and non-regular students: 143,000yen per month
Education fees
Fees for the entrance examination, matriculation, and tuition at university will be paid by FHU
Travel Expenses provided by MEXT
An airline ticket to arrive in Japan (arriving date should be within 2 weeks before and after starting the university’s academic term.)
How to apply for
You can apply for the scholarship through the department you be advised. For details, please contact your professor.
*The schedule may change depending on the year
Please read the details carefully and go through the procedures referring to the MEXT's guideline.
Japanese only:Prior to submitting application materials to FHU, please contact faculty member whom you would like to have as a supervisor, and consult him/her about your application.
Qualifications for applying
Research students who are willing to enter Japan in September or October and meet the conditions in the guideline.
Scholarship Benefits
Allowance from MEXT
- Regular students enrolled in doctoral courses: 145,000yen per month
- Regular students enrolled in master’s or professional degree courses: 144,000yen per month
- Students receiving preparatory education and non-regular students: 143,000yen per month
Education fees
Fees for the entrance examination, matriculation, and tuition at university will be paid by FHU
Travel Expenses provided by MEXT
An airline ticket to arrive in Japan (arriving date should be within 2 weeks before and after starting the university’s academic term.)
How to apply for
You can apply for the scholarship through the department you be advised. For details, please contact your professor.
| Sample Schedule | |
| December | Application guidelines released by MEXT |
| January | Start application at FHU |
| February | Screening by FHU (including online interview |
| March | Apply to MEXT through FHU |
| June | Result notification from MEXT |
| September-October | Arrival in Japan |