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MEXT Teachers Training Scholarship 2025 by Japanese Government | Fully Funded

MEXT Teachers Training Scholarship 2025 by Japanese Government | Fully Funded 

The Japanese Government annually offers the MEXT Teachers Training Scholarship to international candidates who wish to conduct research on school education at designated Japanese universities.

The Japanese Government proudly announces the MEXT Scholarship program, targeting Teacher Training Students for the academic year starting October 2025.

The Japanese Government MEXT Scholarship allows a number of applicants to be nominated by the embassies of their respective countries of origin to study in Japan-based institutions.

Its aim is to foster human resources who will become bridges of friendship between the grantee’s country and Japan through study in Japan and who will contribute to the development of both countries and the wider world.

As Teacher Training Students under the Japanese Government MEXT Scholarship Program, foreign students who study in higher education institutions receive full scholarships covering the costs of study, healthcare, travel, and living expenses, and are selected on the recommendation of Japanese Embassy/Consulate General, University, or Authority.

Summary of the MEXT Teachers Training Scholarship 2025 by Japanese Government

  • Type: Postgraduate, Masters Scholarships,  Training
  • Sponsor: Japanese Government
  • Country to study: Japan
  • Funding Type: Fully Funded
  • Eligible Countries: All Countries
  • Benefits: Full Scholarship, 146,000 yen per month Stipends, Traveling Allowance
  • Deadline: January 31, 2025 (Varies For other Countries)

Requirements for the MEXT Teachers Training Scholarship 2025 by Japanese Government

To be considered for the Japanese Government MEXT Scholarship, you must:

  • Nationality Requirements: Applicants should be nationals of countries holding diplomatic ties with Japan. Dual nationals must renounce their Japanese citizenship by the time they arrive in Japan.
  • Age Limit: Candidates should be born on or after April 2, 1990.
  • Academic and Professional Background: Must be graduates of universities or teacher training colleges with a minimum five-year teaching experience as of April 1, 2025.
  • Japanese Language Proficiency: A strong willingness to learn Japanese is required.
  • Health Standards: Medical fitness, as confirmed by a certified health certificate, is mandatory.
  • Arrival in Japan: Arrival must align with the designated period, usually two weeks before the course starts.
  • Visa Requirements: Must obtain a “Student” visa prior to entering Japan and maintain this status.

Benefits of the MEXT Teachers Training Scholarship 2025 by Japanese Government

  • Allowance: After arrival in Japan, 143,000 yen per month will be paid.
  • A supplemental regional allowance of 2,000 or 3,000 yen per month will be added to the monthly scholarship amount
  • Education Fees: Fees for the entrance examination, matriculation and tuition at universities will be paid by MEXT.
  • Travel Expenses
Application Documents for the MEXT Teachers Training Scholarship 2025 by Japanese Government

To apply, candidates must be ready to submit the following documents;

  • Application Form
  • Placement Preference Application Form
  • Certified grade transcript for each academic year from the last university/ teacher training school attended
  • The diploma from the last university/ teacher training school attended
  • Certificate of employment
  • Recommendation letter from the immediate supervisor at work
  • Medical certificate

Application Procedures for the MEXT Teachers Training Scholarship 2025 by Japanese Government

  • For anyone interested in applying for the 2025 Japanese Government MEXT Scholarship, the following information will serve best as the step-by-step guide for your application.
  • Applicants MUST read through the Application Guidelines below and follow the instructions.
  • Application Forms along with a Certificate of Health, and Recommendation Letter should be submitted to the Japanese embassy or consulate general in your country.
  • These documents can be printed and filled out by hand, typed out, or filled out with software applications and printed out.

Deadline: Varies by Country

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