November 29th, 2023 at 01:20 pm

Japanese MEXT Scholarship 2024: Asia Pacific University

Applications are now being accepted for the MEXT Asia Pacific University Japanese Government Scholarship 2024 to Complete a Full Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Ph.D. Program at APU University. MEXT APU Japan Scholarships are given to foreign students studying in Japan, and they are fully financed. China Pacific University is a leading private international university in Japan.

The Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation (APU) was established in 1993. Programs in media, business, engineering, and information technology are available at the university.

Outstanding overseas students who are recommended by APU are eligible to apply for this scholarship. This scholarship is being offered by the Japanese Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science, and Technology (MEXT) in an attempt to boost international competitiveness and encourage active exchange of international students at Japanese universities.

Scholarship Details

• University or Organization: Asia Pacific University
• Department: All University Programs
• Course Level: BS/MS/PhD
• Access Mode: Online. However, the program can also be taken in Japan
• Nationality: International
• Language: English

Language Proficiency

Candidates must meet one of the language requirements listed below, in either Japanese or English:

English

• Have a B2 or higher score on an English proficiency exam administered by the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) (e.g., TOEFL iBT 72 or higher, IELTS 5.5 or higher).
• In addition, completes a course of study in which English serves as the primary medium of teaching and satisfies the requirements to be admitted to Aisa Pacific University in Japan.

Scholarship Benefits

• Provision for Tuition Coverage: MEXT scholarships often cover all or a portion of the tuition costs, allowing students to focus on their studies without having to worry about paying for extra tuition.
• Monthly Subsidy: To help with living expenses, beneficiaries typically get a monthly honorarium. The recipient’s academic status (bachelor, master, or doctorate) and location may have an impact on the amount.
• Non-returning airfare: MEXT scholarships may cover the cost of the applicant’s round-trip flight from their home country to Japan.
• Help with lodging: Some MEXT scholarships, which are specifically intended for Japanese university students, provide support or make it easier to find appropriate lodging.
• Language Education in Japan: MEXT scholarships often help students who don’t speak Japanese well enough to learn the language and help them adjust to daily life and the academic environment in Japan.
• Support for Research (for Graduate Students): Graduate students may be eligible for additional support in the form of lab access, equipment, and research supplies.
• Exchange Opportunities in Culture: MEXT scholars may be able to take part in a range of cultural exchange programs, which will help them integrate into Japanese society and broaden their awareness of other cultures.
• Medical Insurance: Recipients of MEXT scholarships are normally enrolled in the Japanese National Health Insurance system during their stay in Japan, ensuring that their medical costs are sufficiently covered.
  Assistance for Reliance (if Applicable): MEXT scholarships may, under certain conditions, provide additional financial aid to the recipient’s accompanying spouse or dependents.
  Promotion of Networking Opportunities: While studying in Japan, winners of MEXT scholarships have the opportunity to connect with Japanese academics and professionals, engage with other international students, and broaden their worldwide network.

Eligibility Requirements

• Foremost, have the desire to study abroad in Japan
• In addition, being a citizen of a country that Japan has diplomatic relations with but not being of Japanese nationality
• Also, have April 2, 1989, or later, as your birthdate

Notes

• Applicants who are currently serving in the armed forces or who work for the military as civilians at the time of application are not eligible for this scholarship.
• In addition, recipients must be able to travel to Japan during the arrival window that APU has set.
• Also, applicants for this scholarship cannot have previously been awarded a MEXT scholarship, and they must have at least three years of experience conducting educational research after the last payment of their previous award.
• Besides that, recipients of scholarships are not entitled to apply for more MEXT scholarships.
• Aside from that, recipients of this award are not eligible to be funded by any other scholarship organization while they are enrolled at APU.
• Similarly, recipients of scholarships must be citizens of Japan and be in the nation of their residence with a student visa.

Award

• Most importantly, full tuition (given through the APU Tuition Reduction Scholarship).
• In addition, 144,000 JPY a month for living expenditures (number subject to vary).
• Besides that, economy class travel from the home country to APU at the start and end of the program.

Required Documents

• Application for a Scholarship in the Study and Research Strategy Area from the Japanese Government (MEXT)
• Second, official transcripts from undergraduate and graduate schools in an original or certified copy
• Next, original or verified copies of the undergraduate and graduate schools’ certificates of graduation or provisional certificates
• In addition, an overview of your thesis’s ongoing research or, if it has been finished, an abstract of your thesis
• Besides that, proof of exceptional achievement or a proven track record. That is the suggestion.
• Moreover, an attestation letter for language competency
• CV (any format is acceptable; full academic and professional history must be revealed)
• Lastly, a picture of the passport

Application and Selection Process

• The deadline for submitting the APU application is December 5, 2023. It is not necessary to submit further documentation to be considered for this scholarship.
• APU assesses potential applicants and sends MEXT recommendations for outstanding individuals. The outcomes of their APU applications are given to those who have been recommended for this scholarship. APU receives supplemental MEXT (SGU) application materials from selected applicants. MEXT makes the final decision about scholarship awarding.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do you get eligible for the scholarship from MEXT Japan?

• Foremost, age between 18 and 30.
• Also, possess a high school graduation or a 12-year education.
• Before applying, enroll as an undergraduate student in a nation outside of Japan, and have permit to return there after your stay in Japan.
• Lastly, major in either Japanese culture or language.

What CGPA needed to qualify for the MEXT scholarship?

To qualify for the MEXT graduate scholarship, applicants must possess a grade point average (GPA) of 2.30 on a 3.00 scale. As I said in an earlier post, this is a cunning qualifying requirement. It remains excluded from the student application standards at the Embassy or the university.

What is the value of the MEXT scholarship?

Each grantee will get 143,000 yen per month for non-regular research students, 144,000 yen per month for regular students enrolled in professional graduate courses or master’s courses, and 145,000 yen per month for regular students enrolled in doctoral courses.