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JASSO Scholarship
Varies
Japan Student Services Organization 
JapanAnnual
JASSO scholarships support international students studying in Japan, mainly through monthly stipends and, in some cases, additional university-based tuition support.
Bachelor
Master
PhD
YLP MEXT Scholarship
Fully Funded
Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), Government of Japan JapanAnnual
The YLP MEXT Scholarship supports mid-career professionals to pursue selected one-year master's-level Young Leaders' Program courses at designated universities in Japan.
Master
Business
Law
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ADB-Japan Scholarship Program
Fully Funded
Asian Development Bank and the Government of Japan JapanAnnual
The ADB-Japan Scholarship Program supports full-time master's study in development-related fields at selected institutions in Asia and the Pacific for students from ADB borrowing member countries.
Master
Agriculture
Biomedical_Eng
+10 more
RIKEN ECL Fellowship
Fully Funded
RIKEN Japan2026
The RIKEN ECL Fellowship is a prestigious early-career research leadership programme in Japan for researchers ready to move beyond postdoctoral work and lead independent research.
PostDoc
MEXT Japanese Government Scholarship
Fully Funded
Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) JapanCloses Varies by country and embassy
The MEXT Japanese Government Scholarship is a fully funded programme for international students to study in Japan at undergraduate and postgraduate levels through Japanese embassies and other routes.
Bachelor
Master
PhD
Matsumae International Foundation Research Fellowship
Fully Funded
Matsumae International Foundation JapanCloses Usually in June
Fully funded postdoctoral research fellowship in Japan for non-Japanese researchers in agriculture, natural science, engineering, and medicine.
PostDoc
Agriculture
Biology
+7 more
LOTUS Programme
Fully Funded
Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST) Japan2026
The LOTUS Programme is a Japan-India research mobility and collaboration scheme that supports research stays in Japan for eligible students and researchers affiliated with Indian institutions.
Master
PhD
PostDoc
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Am I eligible for fully funded scholarships for master’s or PhD programs abroad?
Eligibility depends on your GPA, academic background, English score, and program fit. Most scholarships are merit-based and highly competitive.
Do I still need to show proof of funds if I receive a fully funded scholarship?
Sometimes. Even fully funded students may need to show basic maintenance funds during the visa process.
Is IELTS or TOEFL mandatory for international scholarship applications?
In most cases yes, although some universities may waive it if your previous degree was taught fully in English.
Can I apply for multiple scholarships at the same time?
Yes. Applying to several scholarships is recommended, but most sponsors require you to accept only one final award.
How important is work or research experience for winning scholarships?
It depends on the program — research scholarships value academic experience, while leadership scholarships often prioritize professional achievements.