MEXT Scholarship - TEACHER TRAINING STUDENTS

2026/9/1

Teacher training Students 2026 (Application closed)

This is a non-degree training course, however, a certificate will be provided in completion of required course at the universities in Japan. This program is not designed for those who wish to enter Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctoral degree courses.

Program Duration

2 years (October 2026 - March 2028)
Extension may be possible if you need proceed to a furthur degree program.

Eligibility Requirements

1. Nationality
2. Age
3. Academic background

- Samoan Nationality
- Born on or after April 2nd, 1991
- 5+ years of teaching experience in primary/secondary schools or teacher training institutions

Application Documents

Application documents can be downloaded here.
【Application document (Teacher Training)】

* The Medical Certificate can be submitted after the Interview.

Selection Process

Selection Schedule

Application Deadline	Written Exam	Interview
Application closed

（1）　First Screening by the Embassy

Document Screening

・Please submit your completed application (hard-copy) to the Embassy of Japan Office.　
*Only the Embassy of Japan accepts the application.

・All documents must be submitted as originals or certified true copies.
Uncertified copies and copies of certified true copies will not be accepted.

　　
・The Medical Certificate can be submitted after the Interview.

・For those who submit documents by the application deadline, we can review the contents and assist with any deficiencies at the time of your visit.
　As we may not be able to provide assistance for submissions after this date, we kindly ask that you submit your documents well in advance.

・To help prevent common mistakes, a sample application form (Academic record section), and FAQ are provided below. Please refer to it carefully.
　【Application form SAMPLE】
　【Frequently asked questions】

Written Examination

Teacher Training Students

- Japanese, and English

Interview

（2）　Second Screening by the MEXT