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Study in Japan
Study abroad
Japan offers scholarships such as the MEXT scholarship for international students, and courses in English and Japanese. Check the official Study in Japan site for current rules.
Who can join
A recognised qualification and, depending on the course, a Japanese or English test. Check each programme.
Courses and options inside this path
- Bachelor's, master's and PhD programmes (availability varies by university)
Entrance exams and entry routes
- Language tests as required
What you can do after this
- Degree from a foreign university
- Post-study work options, subject to each country's current rules
- Research and global career paths
Next steps
- Use the official Study in Japan site to search programmes and scholarships.
- Check deadlines carefully; scholarship cycles are fixed.
Official links
Fees change every year and differ by college and state, so they are not listed here. Check the fee structure on the official admission site before you decide. Career guidance on this page is general information compiled from official sources and is not a substitute for the official notification of an exam, college or scheme. Dates, eligibility and fees change every year. Always confirm on the official link before you pay or apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is Study in Japan?
Japan offers scholarships such as the MEXT scholarship for international students, and courses in English and Japanese. Check the official Study in Japan site for current rules.
Who can join Study in Japan?
A recognised qualification and, depending on the course, a Japanese or English test. Check each programme.
Which exams or entry routes are used for Study in Japan?
Language tests as required. Always confirm dates and rules on the official website.
What can you do after Study in Japan?
Degree from a foreign university; Post-study work options, subject to each country's current rules; Research and global career paths.