🌏 Now Open: 2026 Japanese Government MEXT Scholarship for Undergraduate Students

The Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) of Japan has officially announced its 2026 MEXT Undergraduate Scholarship for international students who wish to pursue a Bachelor’s degree at Japanese national universities.

This fully funded opportunity is open to students from countries with diplomatic ties to Japan—including Somalia, Kenya, Ethiopia, and Djibouti.

📅 Application Deadline

Application periods vary by country but generally fall between April and June 2025.
👉 Students are encouraged to check with the Japanese Embassy or Consulate in their country of passport for specific deadlines.

🏆 What’s on Offer?

The MEXT Undergraduate Scholarship is one of the most prestigious scholarships globally. It provides full support to study in Japan:

• 🎓 Tuition Fees – Fully covered
• 💰 Monthly Stipend – ¥117,000/month (approx. $800+), with possible regional adjustments
• ✈️ Round-trip International Airfare
• 🏫 Placement Assistance at Japanese national universities

🎓 Eligible Fields of Study

Students may choose from a broad range of undergraduate programs:

Social Sciences & Humanities

• Law, Literature, History, Sociology, Japanese Language
• Education, Business Administration, Economics, Finance

Natural Sciences

Course A:

• Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biotechnology

Course B:

• Agriculture, Biology, Veterinary Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy

Course C:

• Medicine and Dentistry (Note: longer duration of study)

🌍 Who Can Apply?

You are eligible if you:

✅ Hold a passport from a country with diplomatic relations with Japan
✅ Were born on or after April 2, 2001
✅ Have completed (or will complete) 12 years of formal education by March or August 2026
✅ Demonstrate proficiency in English or Japanese
✅ Are physically and mentally fit for study abroad

🔹 Somali students holding Somali, Kenyan, Ethiopian, or Djiboutian passports are encouraged to apply.

🔍 Selection Process

1. First Screening (Embassy level):
   • Document screening
   • Written exams (typically English, Math, and Japanese)
   • Interview
2. Second Screening (by MEXT in Japan):
   • Based on embassy recommendations
3. University Placement:
   • MEXT will coordinate placement based on applicant’s preferences and qualifications

🗺️ Study Destination

All programs are conducted at Japanese national universities.

📅 Scholarship Duration

• 4–5 years for general undergrad programs (including 1-year prep, if needed)
• 6–7 years for Medicine, Dentistry, or Pharmacy majors

📝 How to Apply

1. Visit the Japanese Embassy or Consulate website in your country of passport
2. Download and fill out the application forms
3. Prepare and submit required documents before the country-specific deadline

🔗 Visit the Official MEXT Scholarship Page Here

🌟 Why Should Somali Students Apply?

This scholarship offers a rare chance to gain a world-class degree in Japan while experiencing rich culture and technology-driven education—completely free of charge.

If you hold a Somali, Kenyan, Ethiopian, or Djiboutian passport, and dream of studying abroad, this is your opportunity.

📢 Stay tuned to SomaliProspects.com for more scholarships, fellowships, and application tips for East African students.