Mext Teacher Training Scholarship 2024

MEXT Teacher Training Scholarship of Japan offers scholarships to international teachers who wish to conduct research on school education at one of several Japanese universities.

Qualifications:

To apply for the Mext Teacher Training Scholarship, applicants must meet the following qualifications:

1. Nationality: Must be a citizen of a country with diplomatic relations with Japan (e.g., Filipino).
2. Age: Born on or after April 2, 1989.
3. Teaching Experience: At least five (5) years of teaching experience in primary or secondary schools as of October 1, 2024.
4. Current Employment: Currently employed as a teacher in an elementary or secondary school.
5. Cultural Interest: Interested in and willing to learn about Japanese culture.

Benefits:

Grantees will receive benefits to support their studies in Japan, funded by MEXT.

• Allowance: 143,000 yen per month, with an additional 2,000 or 3,000 yen for those in designated regions.
• Education Fees: Covers entrance examination, matriculation, and tuition fees paid by MEXT.
• Travel Expenses: Includes round-trip transportation to Japan.

Requirements:

Applicants must provide the following documents to the Japanese diplomatic mission in their country by the specified deadline. Note that submitted documents will not be returned.

1. Application Form
2. Placement Preference Application Form
3. Certified grade transcript for each academic year from the last university or teacher training school attended
4. Diploma from the last university or teacher training school attended
5. Certificate of employment
6. Recommendation letter from the immediate supervisor at work
7. Medical certificate
8. Agreement on document submission
9. Certificate of Japanese language ability

Application Deadline:

Deadline:

• All application documents must be submitted by February 9, 2024 (Friday).

Scholarship Duration:

• The scholarship lasts for the time required to complete the training course at the accepting university, from October 2024 (or the start month of the course) until March 2026.
• Even if applicants arrive in Japan in September 2024, the scholarship will officially start in October 2024. Extensions of the scholarship period are not allowed. ➡️Read Mext important dates

Application Process:

To apply for the MEXT Scholarship, follow these key steps:

1. Contact the Japanese Embassy or Consulate: Obtain application forms or download them, and gather detailed information about the scholarship.
2. Prepare Required Documents: Collect all necessary documents, including application forms, transcripts, diplomas, and recommendation letters.
3. Submit Application: Complete and submit all required documents by the specified deadline.
4. Wait for Selection Results: After submission, await notifications regarding the selection results and any additional instructions.
5. Prepare for Departure: If selected, follow MEXT’s guidance for travel and study arrangements in Japan.
6. Attend Orientation: Participate in any orientation sessions to help you adjust to life and study in Japan.

For further details about the application process, read here or visit the Embassy of Japan in the Philippines Mext Teacher Training Scholarship webpage here.

Contact Information:

For inquiries about the 2024 MEXT Teacher Training Scholarship Program, Check the contact details here.

Final Thoughts:

The MEXT Teacher Training Scholarship is a great chance to improve teaching skills and learn about Japanese culture. To succeed, make sure to prepare and submit all documents on time.

Additionally, you can explore other scholarship programs local, national, or international that can help fund your education. Check out the scholarship guides available on this website to expand your opportunities.

Good luck with your application

Reference:

Embassy of Japan in the Philippines. (n.d.). 2024 MEXT Teacher Training Scholarship Program. Retrieved July 12, 2024, from https://www.ph.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_en/00_000194.html