2025 MEXT Scholarship Results Megathread

It's that time of the year where results are beginning to roll out from MEXT embassies around the world. To reduce subreddit clutter, a master post has been created for everyone to discuss the results and ask questions. Last year's thread had live chat enabled, but this feature has since been removed from Reddit. To compensate, this post is set to automatically filter by the newest comment first, so please use it like a live chat and discuss with your fellow applicants as much as you please.

WARNING: Any posts about application results will be deleted and rerouted to this thread.

FAQ

Q. When are results released?

A. Results are usually released around late January for undergraduates and early February for postgraduates. Timelines may differ based on your embassy.

Q. How will I get my results?

A. Results are usually delivered through email. Some consulates may offer it through other means, but check your emails.

Q. I applied through my university, when will I get my results?

A. University admissions are different than embassy admissions. You would need to contact the university you applied to.

Q. I didn't get the scholarship, now what?

A. If you didn't get the scholarship, don't worry. There's many other avenues and paths to higher education in Japan. The MEXT scholarship, in particular, has the University recommended route. This method of applying is completely different from the Embassy recommendation and specific to each school. Search up MEXT Scholarship + School's Name to find out how and where to apply. Of course, you may apply any number of times to the MEXT scholarship as long as you are eligible.

JASSO, the Japan Student Services Organization, also offers a range of scholarships for foreign students. Refer to the Study in Japan website for other scholarship opportunities. Many large companies and banks have scholarship opportunities as well for specific fields, especially in STEM.