OpenFieldJapanese Government (MEXT) University Recommendation Scholarship at Ritsumeikan
Prestigious national scholarship awarded by the Japanese government (MEXT) upon university recommendation for outstanding international students pursuing Master's or PhD degrees in science and engineering.
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
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 85+ (CEFR B2+)
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Substantial research plan approved by host professor at Ritsumeikan
- Recommendation letters
- Two letters of recommendation including one from previous Dean
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- ¥145,000/month living stipend + 100% full tuition waiver + round-trip flights to Japan
- Application fee
- ¥0
- Tuition / joining costs
- Fully waived for the standard duration of the degree
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- November 20, 2026 (For September 2027 enrollment)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Ritsumeikan University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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