OpenFieldJapanese Government (MEXT) University Recommendation Scholarship at Hiroshima
Prestigious national scholarship awarded by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) through Hiroshima University recommendation for graduate studies.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Minimum GPA 2.30/3.00 on MEXT calculation formula in preceding degree
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 85+ (CEFR B2 or above)
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Clear scientific research proposal aligned with host professor's laboratory
- Recommendation letters
- Two letters of recommendation including one from Dean of previous institution
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- ¥145,000/month living stipend + 100% tuition waiver + round-trip international airfare
- Application fee
- ¥0
- Tuition / joining costs
- Fully waived for the duration of the degree
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- November 20, 2026 (For October 2027 entry)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Hiroshima University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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