AI / Machine Learning with MEXT Scholarship 2027
MEXT-funded AI / Machine Learning graduate study in Japan covers tuition + ¥143,000–145,000/month stipend + airfare for 2 (Master's) to 5 (Integrated PhD) years. Below are universities that accept MEXT placements in AI / Machine Learning for 2027 entry — both Embassy Recommendation and University Recommendation tracks.
Matching programs (9)
AI / Machine Learning at The University of Tokyo
AI and Machine Learning graduate programs at The University of Tokyo: top labs, research directions, English-program availability, and admissions for 2027 entry.
AI / Machine Learning at Kyoto University
AI and Machine Learning graduate programs at Kyoto University: top labs, research directions, English-program availability, and admissions for 2027 entry.
AI / Machine Learning at Osaka University
AI and Machine Learning graduate programs at Osaka University: top labs, research directions, English-program availability, and admissions for 2027 entry.
AI / Machine Learning at Tohoku University
AI and Machine Learning graduate programs at Tohoku University: top labs, research directions, English-program availability, and admissions for 2027 entry.
AI / Machine Learning at Nagoya University
AI and Machine Learning graduate programs at Nagoya University: top labs, research directions, English-program availability, and admissions for 2027 entry.
AI / Machine Learning at Hokkaido University
AI and Machine Learning graduate programs at Hokkaido University: top labs, research directions, English-program availability, and admissions for 2027 entry.
AI / Machine Learning at Kyushu University
AI and Machine Learning graduate programs at Kyushu University: top labs, research directions, English-program availability, and admissions for 2027 entry.
AI / Machine Learning at Institute of Science Tokyo
AI and Machine Learning graduate programs at Institute of Science Tokyo: top labs, research directions, English-program availability, and admissions for 2027 entry.
AI / Machine Learning at Nara Institute of Science and Technology
AI and Machine Learning graduate programs at Nara Institute of Science and Technology: top labs, research directions, English-program availability, and admissions for 2027 entry.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to choose Embassy vs University track now?
Embassy Recommendation goes through your home country's Embassy of Japan, has fixed deadlines (May–June 2026), and MEXT places you at one of three universities you list. University Recommendation goes directly through your target university (deadlines vary, September 2026–January 2027) and is restricted to that university.
Which is more competitive?
Embassy track in absolute terms — small country quotas. University track is higher acceptance rate but limited to participating universities. Most STEM applicants apply through both.
Can I apply MEXT for AI / Machine Learning?
Yes — every AI / Machine Learning program at a national university is MEXT-eligible. OIST is private + uses its own MEXT-equivalent fellowship.