International Scholarship Β· Japan

Asia Pacific University MEXT Scholarship 2027

A fully funded scholarship program at Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University in Japan, supported by the Japanese Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) for international students.

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Quick Facts

Status

Funding

Fully Funded

Deadline

Varies - confirm on official site

Country

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About the Asia Pacific University MEXT Scholarship 2027

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Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University offers degree programs for international students wishing to study in Japan with financial support from the Japanese government.

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The university features undergraduate faculties including the College of Asia Pacific Studies, the College of International Management, and the College of Sustainability and Tourism.

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Graduate programs are housed within the Graduate School of Asia Pacific Studies and the Graduate School of Management.

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International applicants who do not hold Japanese citizenship and plan to obtain a student visa can apply for admission and available scholarship funding through the university admissions portal.

Eligible Levels

UndergraduateMaster'sPhD

Eligible Fields

Asia Pacific StudiesInternational ManagementSustainability and Tourism
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Why Choose This Scholarship?

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Study in a multicultural learning environment in Beppu, Oita, Japan

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Access MEXT government funding for tuition and living expenses

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Choose from multiple undergraduate faculties and graduate research fields

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Benefit from dedicated international student support services

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What the Scholarship Covers

Full tuition fee coverage
Monthly living stipend
Arrival airfare to Japan
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Studying in Japan

Applicants must secure a student visa to study in Japan.

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Eligibility Requirements

3 requirements

Must not hold Japanese citizenship
Must hold or expect to obtain a student visa status for Japan
Must meet academic entry requirements for the chosen undergraduate or graduate program
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Documents Checklist

4 documents required

1Application form
2Academic transcripts
3Graduation certificates
4Proof of language proficiency
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How to Apply - Step by Step

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Check applicant category on the official admissions page to confirm international student status

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Select an undergraduate or graduate program

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Prepare required application documents including transcripts and certificates

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Submit the application through the official APU admissions portal

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Insider Tips & Pro Tips

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Confirm whether you fall under the domestic student or international student definition before starting the application

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Check specific language proficiency requirements for your chosen faculty

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Review admission guidelines early as application deadlines vary by enrollment period

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Applicants who do not hold Japanese citizenship and hold or plan to obtain a student visa for Japan.

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APU offers undergraduate faculties, Master's degree programs, and PhD programs.

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Applications must be submitted through the official Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University admissions website.

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This scholarship typically opens around Varies - confirm on official site. Confirm the current cycle and deadline on the official portal.

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