Monbukagakusho Honors Scholarship

Overview The Monbukagakusho Honors Scholarship is the most common JASSO scholarship. It provides a monthly stipend to students who are already enrolled in a Japanese institution. The scholarship is awarded through university nomination and is not applied for directly by the student. Eligibility • Academic level: Undergraduate or Graduate • Field of study: All fields • Citizenship: No specific citizenship requirement listed • Language tests: None required • Minimum GPA: Not specified • Work experience: Not required Funding • Monthly stipend: Approximately ¥48,000 for undergraduate and graduate students, ¥30,000 for language students • Duration: 6 months to 1 year Application Process Students do not apply directly. Instead, the scholarship is awarded through a nomination by the student’s university. Required documents include: 1. University nomination 2. Financial proof 3. Academic records 4. Enrollment confirmation 5. Identification documents Deadline The next application deadline is 2027‑03‑27. Known Unknowns • Minimum GPA requirement (if any) • Age maximum (if any) • Citizenship or residency restrictions • Specific language test requirements Source Limitations The information is sourced from a third‑party website (https://futuresabroad.com/jasso-scholarship-2027-complete-guide). While the source claims verification, it is not the official JASSO website. Applicants should confirm details directly with JASSO or the sponsoring university before relying on this information. Source: https://futuresabroad.com/jasso-scholarship-2027-complete-guide/ Checked: 2026-10-17T14:44:06.799309+00:00 Confirm details with the official institution before applying.