For those wishing to apply for the Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship Student Program

About the MEXT Scholarship Student Program

     The Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship Student Program aims to accept outstanding international students from overseas, contributing to international exchange and human resource development. It also seeks to advance the internationalization of universities and other institutions, thereby enhancing educational and research capabilities, and contributing to the development of Japan and the world.

     All procedures for the MEXT Scholarship Program are handled through Japanese embassies abroad or Universities and other institutions within Japan. For information on application methods, please contact the Japanese embassy in your country or Tottori University.

Applications are free of charge; no fees or deposits are required.

(Reference) About the Government-Sponsored International Student Program (MEXT website, （English、简体中文、繁體中文 、한국어、Français）)

Categories of MEXT Scholarship Students

Amount of the Scholarships

*Including students in the Japan-Korea Joint Exchange Program in Science and Engineering.

*The amount of scholarships for MEXT Students in 2025： PDF

Notes for the MEXT Scholarship  Program Application

1. Prior to traveling to Japan, study Japanese and familiarize yourself with Japan's climate, culture, customs, differences between Japanese and your home country's legal systems, and university conditions. (Reference: JASSO STUDY in JAPAN “Life in Japan”)

2. After arriving in Japan, it takes approximately one to one and a half months to receive the scholarship.  Therefore, it is advisable to prepare at least approximately 2,000 USD as temporary living expenses for the initial period.

3. The scholarship will be deposited into the Japan Post Bank account that each recipient opens after arriving in Japan.  The scholarship will not be deposited into any account other than this designated account.

4. If a medical examination reveals an infectious disease such as tuberculosis, treatment must be completed before departure.  If not fully cured by the departure date, entry into Japan will not be permitted. (Reference: Pre-entry Tuberculosis Screening (Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare))

5. Regarding housing, applicants may reside in the “International House” for international students and researchers under specified conditions if desired.  However, the number of rooms is limited, and not all applicants can be accommodated.  All housing-related expenses are the responsibility of the individual.  If not residing in the International House, applicants must arrange and pay for private housing themselves.  Furthermore, if bringing dependent family members (spouse/children), securing family housing is extremely difficult.  Therefore, successful applicants must secure housing in Japan before bringing their dependents.

6. Regarding concurrent receipt of scholarships from organizations other than the Japanese government (MEXT) and other Japanese government agencies, including your home country's government agencies, some scholarships (such as those funded by Japanese government-related organizations) are incompatible with concurrent receipt.  Therefore, you must confirm this in advance with the Japanese embassy or consulate in your home country.  (Reference: Regarding Concurrent Receipt of Other Scholarships under the Government-Sponsored Foreign Student Program (MEXT, July 2024)

To those enrolled at Tottori University as a MEXT Scholarship Students

Important Notes for Recipients of MEXT Scholarships

     Come to the IAD counter every month to sign the confirmation of enrollment (Yonago Campus: Student Affairs Section, Student Affairs Office; Hamasaka Campus: Administrative Office, IPDRE). Scholarship payments will not be made for any month in which you fail to sign.

     If you will be absent for an extended period (e.g., field research or temporary return to your home country) and cannot sign within the designated period, please plan to sign within that same month.

     Signing in the previous or following month is not permitted.

＜2025 Academic Year: MEXT Scholarship Enrollment Signing Period＞（PDF）

Application to Extend the Terms of a MEXT Scholarship

     MEXT students wishing to extend their scholarship period due to advancing to graduate school will be recommended to the MEXT through Tottori University.
     Eligible applicants for extension will be notified by the IAD via their faculty offices. The application schedule is as follows:

＜Extension Application Schedule＞

(※) Application Category…Category I: Individuals enrolled as non-regular students (e.g., research students) at a university who will advance to a master's or doctoral program in April or October of the following year.　／Category II: Individuals enrolled in a master's program who will advance to a doctoral program in April or October of the following year. Special Program: Individuals enrolled in a master's program or a professional degree program who will advance to a doctoral program in April or October of the following year.

<Reference; Japanese only>

◆2025年度進学に伴う奨学金支給期間の延長及び特別延長を希望する国費外国人留学生（研究留学生等）の取扱いについて（文部科学省）

◆2025年4月に新たに国費外国人留学生として入学した者及び早期修了者・早期卒業者の延長申請について（通知） （文部科学省）

Return Travel Expenses for MEXT Students

     The MEXT will provide an airline ticket to MEXT students who have graduated or completed their studies at Tottori University and who return to their home country within the month following the end of their scholarship period, based on their application.

     The ticket is an economy-class ticket from the international airport normally used by Tottori University to the nearest international airport to the student's destination (in principle, within their home country). Domestic travel expenses within Japan, airport taxes, airport usage fees, travel insurance premiums, baggage expenses, and other related costs are the responsibility of the international student.　

     Travel expenses will not be provided for students returning to their home country before or after the month of the scholarship period's end due to personal reasons. Travel expenses will also not be provided for temporary returns home or for students who remain in Japan after the scholarship period ends (e.g., for further studies, employment, or academic extension).

     The IAD will contact the relevant MEXT students via email or other means regarding the specific application procedures.

＜Return Travel Expense Application Schedule (Tentative)＞

Early June

（参考）国費外国人留学生に係る渡日旅費及び帰国旅費の取扱いについて（PDF）（文部科学省）

Regarding Concurrent Receipt of Other Scholarships under the MEXT Scholarship Program

     MEXT students may also receive other scholarships concurrently.  However, scholarships from Japanese independent administrative agencies are prohibited from being received concurrently with the Government-sponsored International Student Program (see below).

     Tottori University will continue to exclude MEXT students from the university recommendation scholarships provided by foundations, etc. to provide financial support for privately financed international students.

     Furthermore, International students who have been in Japan for six months or more are considered residents, but students who receive funding from a foreign government, etc., may be subject to the Security Export Control under the Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Act as residents who are under a specific category, even if they are residents, so it is necessary for Tottori University to understand the situation regarding the receipt of funding, etc.  If you apply for and receive a scholarship outside of Japan on your own, please inform the IAD of your situation regarding receiving funding, etc.

<Scholarships by Japanese Independent Administrative Institutions, etc. that prohibited from being offered together>

（参考）国費外国人留学生制度における他の奨学金との併給について（通知）（PDF）（学内専用）（Japanese only）

Part-time work of MEXT Students

     MEXT scholarship students receiving scholarships from the Japanese government for their study and living must follow the procedures prescribed by Tottori University before engaging in part-time work to the extent that it does not interfere with their studies. For more information, please refer to "Guidelines for Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship students who wish to work part-time". 

＜Notes＞

(1) In some cases, permission is not granted even if an application is filed. You may not engage in remunerated activities prior to obtaining permission.

(2) Students are permitted to work part-time for up to 28 hours/week (up to 8 hours/day during long holidays).

(3) Students are not allowed to work part-time during their leave of absence.

(4) Students may not work part-time in a sexually oriented business.

(5) Students do not need permission if they engage in an internship for which they are not paid. 

(6) Research students are not allowed to work part-time.

Part-time work notification for international students

     All International students at Tottori University must notify when they start a part-time job. If you find a new part-time job or change your current one, please be sure to notify Tottori University using the form available 【here】.