MEXT Scholarship (Japanese Government Scholarship)

The Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship is offered to international students who wish to study at Japanese universities as undergraduate students, specialized training college students, teacher training students, Japanese studies students, or research students.

Open to nationals of countries with diplomatic relations with Japan — including all African countries. Multiple categories exist: Research Students (graduate level), Undergraduate, Japanese Studies, and Teacher Training. Applications through Japanese embassies or direct university application.