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Institute of Science Tokyo IGP(A) MEXT Scholarship

Offered by Institute of Science Tokyo / MEXT

Science Tokyo's Fall 2027 IGP(A) is open through 22 November 2026, with limited MEXT funding for outstanding international applicants.

Current status

Applications open

Institute of Science Tokyo's International Graduate Program (A) for Fall 2027 is open from 9 September to 22 November 2026. A limited number of outstanding applicants may be nominated for MEXT funding.

Last verified: 22 September 2026

Next review: 23 November 2026

Quick facts

Current statusApplications open
Study destinationJapan
Degree levelMaster's, PhD
FundingFully Funded
Deadline22 November 2026
DurationMaster's or integrated doctoral programme duration
Study subjectsComputer Science & IT, Engineering & Technology, Environment & Earth Sciences, Natural Sciences
Last checked22 September 2026

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Is Tokyo Institute of Technology Scholarship still available?

The university is now Institute of Science Tokyo. Its current IGP(A) offers limited MEXT scholarship nomination.

Is the Fall 2027 application open?

Yes. Applications run from 9 September to 22 November 2026.

What must applicants do before applying?

Secure consent from an eligible Science Tokyo academic supervisor.

What does this scholarship actually cover?

The old Tokyo Institute of Technology scholarship keyword is now best represented by Science Tokyo's current English-taught IGP(A), which includes limited university-recommended MEXT scholarship opportunities.

TuitionFull
Living stipendNot confirmed
AccommodationPartial
TravelFull
Health insuranceConditional
Visa costsNot separately stated

Other verified benefits

Outstanding IGP(A) applicants may be recommended for Japanese Government MEXT funding, which under MEXT terms includes fee exemption, monthly scholarship support and travel assistance.

Costs not confirmed or not covered

Only a limited number of applicants receive MEXT nomination. Applicants not selected must arrange other scholarships or self-finance current application, enrollment and tuition fees.

Who is eligible to apply?

Applicants need the required academic degree, English-taught programme eligibility and prior consent from a Science Tokyo academic supervisor before completing the online application.

Applicants must submit their supervisor consent by 15 November 2026 and complete the online application by 22 November 2026.

Prior educationBachelor's for master's; master's or integrated route requirements for doctoral study
Minimum gradeOutstanding record needed for MEXT nomination
ExperienceResearch fit and preparation important
Age ruleMEXT-specific rules apply
Gender requirementNo restriction
IELTSDepends on host/course
Host institution requiredYes
Supervisor approvalYes
Admission before applicationNo

Eligible countries

International applicants to eligible Science Tokyo IGP(A) programmes; MEXT nomination is limited and competitive.

Language requirements

IGP(A) is taught in English; programme-specific English documentation applies.

Which documents should you prepare?

  • Host supervisor commitment letter
  • Academic transcripts
  • Degree certificate

Which documents may be required conditionally?

  • English test certificate
  • Research proposal
  • Two reference letters

How do you apply?

  1. Find a Science Tokyo academic supervisor.
  2. Obtain supervisor consent.
  3. Submit the consent documentation by 15 November 2026.
  4. Complete the IGP(A) online application by 22 November 2026.
  5. Eligible outstanding candidates may be considered for MEXT nomination.

Frequently asked questions

What is the current name of Tokyo Institute of Technology?

Tokyo Institute of Technology is now part of Institute of Science Tokyo, commonly called Science Tokyo.