Japan scholarships for African students
Study in Japan on a fully funded scholarship. MEXT, ABE Initiative, JICA Long-Term Training and university awards at Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Tohoku and Waseda are open to African applicants.
The Japanese Government Scholarship (MEXT/Monbukagakusho) is the most prestigious fully funded route for Africans into Japanese universities, covering tuition, monthly stipend, return airfare and a six-month Japanese language course. The ABE Initiative funds African Masters candidates plus internships at Japanese companies under the TICAD framework, JICA Long-Term Training supports public-sector professionals, and the ADB-Japan Scholarship Program funds development professionals at partner universities. Graduate programmes at Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Tohoku and Waseda increasingly run in English.
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Kyushu University Faculty of Agriculture Scholarship
Partial funding · phd · study in Japan · offered by Kyushu University. JPY 145,000 monthly plus designated-area supplement, 3 years October 2027–September 2030. Funding exclusions and conditions: Tuition JPY 535,800/year, admission JPY 282,000, examination JPY 30,000 and travel NOT covered. No conc
Tonen International Scholarship Foundation
Partial funding · phd · study in Japan · offered by Tonen International Scholarship Foundation / University of Tokyo nomination. JPY 220,000/month; April 2027–March 2028 initially, renewable annually up to 3 years for PhD. Funding exclusions and conditions: No concurrent government/public-body/foun
Honjo International Scholarship for Foreign Graduate Students in Japan (2027)
Monthly stipend for foreign master's and PhD students at Japanese graduate schools. All nationalities welcome. Applications close 31 October 2026, 11:59pm Japan time.
Toshizo Watanabe International Scholarship FY 2027
Toshizo Watanabe International Scholarship FY 2027: Need-assessed fee grant and living subsidy; UG years 1–2 up 70 k/month, year 3 up 60 k, year 4 and graduate up 50 k. Other funding reduces unmet need. Deadline: 14 December 2026 at 23:59 Asia/Tokyo.
RIKEN CBS Summer Program 2027 — Financial Support
RIKEN CBS Summer Program 2027 — Financial Support: Selected financial-support recipients: travel reimbursement capped at JPY300,000 for Africa departures plus programme accommodation. No registration fee. Eligibility: Beyond high-school level; enrolled at academic institution/company during application and programme, or provide forthcoming-enrollment certificate; international applicants accepted.
NIMS International Cooperative Graduate Program – 2027
JPY 120,000/month plus accommodation fee; utilities are student responsibility. Full-time graduate students at an existing ICGP partner university, remaining registered throughout 6–12 months; home-university nomination and research match required. No nationality restriction stated. Current officia
KGU Pre-enrollment Reserved Scholarship for International Students – 2027
The handbook says tuition/expenses for 2027 enrollees have not been determined. Do not imply JPY 1,140,000 / JPY 285,000 are guaranteed final 2027 values; these are institutional category figures, subject to confirmation. Foreign first-year entrants with eligible Japanese residence status, including
Sophia New Student and Benefactors’ (Adachi) Scholarships – 2027
New Student award covers one-third, half or all first-year tuition. Adachi award covers first-year tuition and education enhancement fee. Excellent applicants with financial hardship who select Sophia as their first-choice university and apply to specified English-taught undergraduate or graduate pr
Numata Scholarship – 2027
Undergraduate JPY 80,000/month; graduate JPY 100,000/month, normally up to 12 months. September entrants receive six months; continuing students may reapply. International regular, short-stay or exchange students studying Buddhism at Ryukoku, with good academic records, student status and ability to
UTokyo Design Scholarship – 2027 entry
Needs-based JPY2,400,000/year plus first-year admission-fee equivalent and one-way travel for overseas residents, maximum five years; renewal conditional. Merit JPY600,000/year, maximum five years; initially no separate application, subsequent annual application and academic review required. All nat
TIU Tuition Reduction Scholarship – 2027 E-Track
Competitive 30%, 50%, 80% or 100% tuition reduction, up to four years subject to academic performance and conduct. Applicants to English-taught E-Track bachelor’s programmes meeting recognised secondary-school requirements and English proficiency, generally IELTS 6.0 or equivalent. Select YES in the
Soka University Scholarship for International Graduate Students – September 2027
JPY 500,000 per year for two years, paid after enrollment in two semester installments. Non-Japanese applicants to designated graduate-school entrance examinations; the verified September 2027 International Business Studies (IBSP) route is open to all eligible applicants. Selection is based on the h
OIST Funded PhD Programme: 2027 Admissions
OIST’s PhD programme covers tuition and living support for all nationalities. Apply by 15 November 2026 at 23:59 JST; the ¥5,000 application fee is non-refundable.
UNU Junior Fellows Internship Programme
A monthly stipend partially subsidizes basic living costs, including commuting, if the intern is not receiving other internship financial support. Academic-study scholarships are expressly excluded from this disqualifying-support category. Amount is duty-station/rate dependent and not numerically specified in the call; part-time arrangements are prorated. Open; eligibility and application conditions apply.
Kochi University of Technology Special Scholarship Program
Kochi University of Technology: Three-year tuition and entrance fees exemption; JPY 150,000 monthly; eligible overseas entrants get JPY 150,000 travel/startup grant. Eligibility and application conditions apply.
S. Nakayama Memorial Scholarship
International University of Japan: 30–100% tuition; Premium includes JPY 100,000 monthly and partial admission fee. Eligibility and application conditions apply.
JSPS Postdoctoral Fellowship for Research in Japan (Standard)
Japan Society for the Promotion of Science: JPY 362,000 monthly, return airfare, JPY 200,000 settling-in allowance and insurance; 12–24 months. Eligibility and application conditions apply.
Rotary Yoneyama Memorial Scholarship for Overseas Candidates
Rotary Yoneyama Memorial Foundation: JPY 100,000 monthly undergraduate or JPY 140,000 graduate; travel subsidy up to JPY 250,000. Eligibility and application conditions apply.
DHET Japan Scholarship Programme — Tokyo Metropolitan University 2027 (South Africans)
Fully funded master's and PhD study at Tokyo Metropolitan University from October 2027 for South African citizens, offered by South Africa's Department of Higher Education and Training. Call opens November 2026; listed closing date 8 Jan 2027 (subject to change).
University Scholarship for PEAK Students
This scholarship is specifically designed for students admitted to the PEAK (Programs in English at Komaba) program at the University of Tokyo. It aims to reduce the financial burden of international students.
The University of Tokyo Special Scholarship for International Students (University of Tokyo Fellowship)
The University of Tokyo Fellowship supports international students pursuing doctoral degrees. It provides a monthly stipend to cover living expenses, and some or all tuition may be exempt.
MEXT Honors Scholarship for Privately Financed International Students
This scholarship provides a monthly stipend to privately financed international students who are performing well academically. It aims to support their studies in Japan.
Japanese Government (Monbukagakusho: MEXT) Scholarship
The MEXT Scholarship is offered by the Japanese government. It is a fully funded scholarship for international students who wish to study in Japan.
Ritsumeikan APU Tuition Reduction Scholarship for International Students in Japan
The Ritsumeikan APU Tuition Reduction Scholarship is a merit-based award offered by Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU) in Beppu, Oita, Japan. It supports high-achieving international students who are admitted to APU’s undergraduate or graduate programs by reducing tuition fees between 30% and
Monbukagakusho Honors Scholarship for Privately-Financed International Students (MEXT Honors Scholarship)
This scholarship is offered by the Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) for privately-financed international students. Students with outstanding results on the EJU may be selected as 'reservists' for some academic courses.
Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship
The Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship for Undergraduate students is a fully funded opportunity for international students to pursue undergraduate degrees in Japan. Applicants must be under 25 years of age and have completed 12 years of school education. The scholarship covers tuition, a monthly stipend, and travel expenses. Applications are processed either through a Japanese embassy recommendation or a Japanese university recommendation, each with distinct application procedures and deadlines. Candidates are selected based on academic performance, written examinations (for embassy recommendations), interviews, and overall suitability for study in Japan. Prior Japanese language training may be provided for embassy-recommended scholars. It is crucial for applicants to consult the latest application guidelines and contact the relevant authorities early for specific dates and requirements.
MEXT Japan Scholarship
The MEXT Japan Scholarship is a fully funded scholarship program for international students to study in Japan, covering various levels of education.
Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarships 2027 for Teacher Training Students
The MEXT Scholarship for Specialized Training College Students offers an opportunity to study in Japan through the Embassy Recommendation procedure for the academic year 2027. Applicants apply through their local Japanese Embassy or Consulate General.
MEXT (Monbukagakusho) Scholarship
The MEXT (Monbukagakusho) Scholarship, offered by the Government of Japan, is a prestigious and fully funded scholarship program for international students wishing to study in Japan at Bachelor, Master, PhD, and Specialized Training levels. It covers tuition fees, a monthly stipend for living expenses, and round-trip airfare. Eligibility criteria include citizenship of specific countries, age limits, strong academic performance, and a willingness to learn Japanese. Application deadlines vary, with the Embassy track usually opening between May and June. Applicants must submit extensive documentation, including application forms, transcripts, recommendation letters, and study plans. The selection process is highly competitive, based on academic merit, research potential, and interview performance. The official source for detailed information is https://www.studyinjapan.go.jp/en/planning/scholarship/.
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University of Wollongong Country Scholarship, 2027 onward
20% tuition reduction for minimum eligible course duration; unlimited awards. Eligible coursework offer issued from 12 June 2026, commencing 2027 onward; automatic award. Nationality: Kenya, Ethiopia, South Africa, Ghana, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Bangladesh, Brazil, Cambodia, Chile, mainland China, Colombia, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, Nepal, Peru, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, Vietna
Sheffield International Postgraduate Scholarship 2027, selected regions
£7,000 tuition discount, automatic; second year also eligible after successful first year of a two-year master’s. Self-funded overseas-fee full-time taught postgraduate, wholly at Sheffield, September 2027. Accept both postgraduate and pre-sessional offers if applicable; MArch eligible. Nationality: Nationality not controlling; eligible residence countries include Kenya, Nigeria, India, Indonesia, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Türkiye, Vi
KU Leuven Master Mind Scholarships
The Flemish Ministry of Education and Training offers Master Mind Scholarships for Master's programs in Flanders and Brussels. This scholarship provides a grant of €10,225 and a tuition fee waiver per academic year. The call for the academic year 2026-2027 is now closed. There are reserved scholarships for students from priority countries: Japan (3), Mexico (3), Palestine (2) and USA (5). Each Flemish higher education institution can submit a maximum of 20 applications. The scholarship duration is one or two academic years depending on the ECTS of the master's programme. It cannot be combined with other specific scholarships (Flemish Government, Erasmus+, BAEF, Fullbright).
ADB-Japan Scholarship Program
The ADB-Japan Scholarship Program provides fully-funded master's scholarships for students from ADB developing member countries to study in fields such as economics, science, and public policy at institutions across Asia and the Pacific.
Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program
The Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program (JJ/WBGSP) offers full funding for master's degrees in development-related fields for mid-career professionals from developing countries.
Japan Africa Dream Scholarship Program for Study in Japan
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MEXT Scholarship?
MEXT (Monbukagakusho) is the Japanese Government Scholarship covering full tuition, monthly stipend (JPY 117,000–148,000), round-trip airfare and a Japanese language preparation course. It funds Research Students, Undergraduates and specialised training students from across Africa.
Do I need to speak Japanese to study in Japan on scholarship?
No — many graduate programmes are taught in English, especially under the Top Global University Project and SGU at universities like Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Tohoku and Tsukuba. MEXT also includes a 6-month intensive Japanese course for non-Japanese-speaking awardees.
Which other Japanese scholarships fund Africans?
ABE Initiative (African Business Education) for Masters and internship, JICA Long-Term Training, Asian Development Bank–Japan Scholarship at partner universities, Honjo International Scholarship, and university-specific awards at Tokyo, Kyoto, Waseda and Keio.
How do I apply for MEXT?
There are two routes: the Embassy Recommendation (apply through the Japanese embassy in your country between April and June) and the University Recommendation (apply directly to a Japanese university partner between September and February).
Can African graduates stay in Japan after studying?
Yes — the Designated Activities visa allows graduates to stay up to 1 year (extendable) to look for employment. Japan also operates a points-based Highly Skilled Professional visa with a fast-track to permanent residence.
Are MEXT and ABE Initiative open to all African countries?
MEXT is open to citizens of all 54 African countries with diplomatic relations with Japan. ABE Initiative covers 54 African countries through TICAD and prioritises private-sector and government professionals for Masters plus internships at Japanese companies.
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