Scholarship
MEXT Scholarship Research Student
A Japanese government scholarship program for international students to conduct research at Japanese universities. It is currently limited to Master's and Ph.D. level research.
About this scholarship
MEXT Scholarship Research Student is offered by Embassy of Japan in Botswana at master and phd level. The award is valued at Full tuition and living stipend, provided as tuition and living support. Funding is renewable, so it can continue across more than one year of study subject to the provider's conditions.
What the funding covers
This scholarship is classified as tuition and living funding. Applicants selected receive Full tuition and living stipend. Selection is merit-based, so academic and personal achievement carry the most weight.
Who can apply
The award is open to candidates applying at master and phd level. Nationality requirements apply: Botswana.
Eligibility
Citizens of Botswana meeting academic and age requirements set by the Japanese government.
How to apply
Applications close on 2026-07-01. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Eligible study levels
master and phd
Nationality requirements
Botswana
Funding basis
Merit-based
Some scholarship details still require source confirmation. Confirm the study destination and applicant eligibility with the provider before applying.
Key details
- Provider
- Embassy of Japan in Botswana
- Award
- Full tuition and living stipend
- Funding type
- tuition and living
- Selection basis
- Merit-based
- Study levels
- master and phd
- Nationality
- Botswana
- Deadline
- Closed · 2026-07-01
- Renewable
- Yes
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-08-26