Embark on your educational journey with the Joint Japan World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program 2025 (JJ/WBGSP), now open for applications! In this article, we will cover all the details about this fully funded scholarship, its benefits, and how to apply.
The JJ/WBGSP 2025-2026 is a fully funded master’s scholarship for international students pursuing studies in the U.S., Europe, Africa, Oceania, or Japan. It covers full tuition, accommodation, economy-class air travel, and a monthly living stipend.
This scholarship is available to applicants from developing nations who have relevant professional experience and are committed to contributing to their home country’s development. The program offers a variety of master’s programs related to development, such as economic policy management, tax policy, and infrastructure management. Students are required to return to their home countries after completing their studies to apply their new knowledge and skills.
Scholarship Summary
- Level of Study: Masters
- Institution(s): Partner universities in U.S., Europe, Africa, Oceania, and Japan
- Deadline:
- Application Window #1: January 15 to February 29, 2024
- Application Window #2: March 25 to May 24, 2024
- Program Duration: 2 years
Scholarship Coverage
The Joint Japan World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program provides:
- Economy-class air travel between your home country and the host university, plus a US $500 travel allowance for each trip
- Full tuition coverage for your graduate program
- Basic medical insurance through the university
- Monthly living allowance (varies depending on the host country) to cover accommodation, food, and other living expenses
- Note: The scholarship only covers the duration of the program (up to 2 years).
The scholarship does not cover:
- Visa application fees
- Expenses for family members
- Extracurricular courses or training
- Additional travel expenses
- Research or internship-related costs
- Resident permit fees
- Educational equipment like computers
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Joint Japan World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program (JJWBGSP), applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Language: Proficiency in English
- Eligible Countries: Open to applicants from all developing countries
- Must not hold dual citizenship in a developed country
- Must be in good health
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) earned at least 3 years prior to the application deadline
- Have at least 3 years of development-related work experience after earning a Bachelor’s degree
- Be employed in development-related work in a full-time, paid position at the time of submitting the scholarship application
- Be admitted to at least one of the JJ/WBGSP preferred master’s programs, outside of your country of citizenship and residence, by the scholarship application deadline
- Must not be an Executive Director or staff member of the World Bank Group, nor a close relative of such individuals
How to Apply for the Joint Japan World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program
Follow these steps to apply for the JJ/WBGSP:
- Apply for Admission:
First, apply to one or more of the Partner Master’s Degree Programs. For inquiries about the admission process, contact the respective university directly. - Create an Account:
Register on the scholarship website and create an account here.
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