International students can now apply for the 2026 Japan Government MEXT Scholarship at Ritsumeikan University in Japan. This fully funded scholarship pays for tuition, travel expenses, visa fees, and living expenses with a stipend of almost $11,200. We describe the scholarship’s prerequisites, advantages, and the detailed application procedure for prospective applicants in this page. The Japanese government provides full-ride funding for the MEXT University Recommendation Scholarship. A Japanese university must suggest candidates to MEXT, the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science, and Technology (Monbukagakusho), in order for them to be taken into consideration. MEXT Scholars are chosen based on their exceptional academic achievements and are expected to make valuable contributions to society while acting as intellectual and cultural links between Japan and their home nations. Benefits : Full coverage of tuition A monthly allowance for living costs Travel support is offered Extra funding for Japan’s everyday necessities and educational requirements