Japanese Young Leaders Scholarships for 2025-2026

The Japanese Government, through its Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), has announced the opening of applications for the Young Leaders’ Program (YLP) scholarships for the 2025-2026 academic year. This prestigious program aims to nurture future leaders from around the world, fostering international collaboration and understanding.

Program Highlights:

• One-Year Master’s Programs: YLP offers five specialized Master’s programs in English, covering areas such as government, local governance, business administration, law, and healthcare administration.
• World-Class Institutions: Participants will study at renowned Japanese universities, including GRIPS, Hitotsubashi University, Kyushu University, and Nagoya University.
• Comprehensive Scholarship: Successful applicants will receive a monthly stipend of 242,000 JPY, full tuition waiver, and round-trip airfare.
• Professional Development: YLP provides a unique platform for networking, cultural immersion, and gaining insights into Japan’s advanced policies and management techniques.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Nationality: Applicants must be citizens of eligible countries.
• Age: Applicants must be under 40 years old as of the course start date.
• Work Experience: Varying work experience requirements apply depending on the chosen program, ranging from 2 to 4 years.
• Language Proficiency: Applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency through TOEFL or IELTS scores.

Application Process:

Interested individuals are encouraged to visit the official MEXT website for submission of online application without any application fee as per this call letter. The application deadline for YLP scholarship is September 6, 2024, and courses are scheduled to commence in September or October 2025.