Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship for Developing Countries

Are you a student from a developing nation looking to pursue a postgraduate degree in a development-related field? Then the Joint Japan/ World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program 2025 is now open for application window 1. This program offers scholarships for various study programs in the U.S., Europe, Africa, Oceania, and Japan that focus on key areas of development.

SUMMARY

• Scholarship Sponsor(s): Japanese Government/ World Bank
• Host Institution(s): Institutions in U.S., Europe, Africa, Oceania and Japan
• Study level: Master’s Degree
• Scholarship Worth: See Scholarship benefits (below)
• Nationality: Developing countries.

Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship 2025 | Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for the Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Applicants must be citizens of a World Bank member developing country and should not hold a dual citizenship of a developed country.
• Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent obtained at least 3 years prior to the application deadline date.
• Applicants must possess 3 years or more recent development-related experience after obtaining a Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent.
• Must be in good health
• Applicants must have been offered an unconditional admission to enroll in the upcoming academic year in at least one of the JJ/WBGSP Preferred or Partner Master’s Degree Programs.

Scholarship Benefits

The JJ/WBGSP scholarship 2025 provides the recipient with the following benefits:

• Economy class air travel between your home country and the host university at the start and end of the scholarship period. Scholars will also receive a US $500 travel allowance for each trip;
• Tuition for your graduate program and the cost of basic medical insurance obtained through the university.
• Monthly subsistence allowance to cover all living expenses while on campus during the scholarship period.

Application Procedure

How-to-Apply: Interested applicants for the Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship for Developing Countries are to complete the 2025 JJ/WBGSP in a participating Program for Window 1 on or before the application deadline.

Those seeking a JJ/WBGSP Preferred Program Scholarship must in parallel, apply for admission to one or more of the Preferred Program(s) and apply for a JJWBGSP scholarship.

Application Deadline: 29 February 2025

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FAQs

What is the Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program (JJ/WBGSP)?

The Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program is an initiative that provides fully funded scholarships to students from developing countries. It enables them to pursue master’s degree programs in development-related fields at selected universities around the world. The program aims to build the capacity of future leaders who will contribute to the economic and social development of their home countries.

Who is eligible to apply for the Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship?

To be eligible, applicants must be citizens of a World Bank member developing country, have at least three years of recent development-related work experience, and hold a bachelor’s degree earned at least three years before the application deadline. Applicants must not hold dual citizenship of any developed country and should be in good health.

What does the scholarship cover for successful candidates?

The scholarship is fully funded and covers tuition, the cost of basic medical insurance, a monthly living stipend, round-trip airfare, and travel allowances. This support ensures that scholars can focus on their studies without financial constraints while pursuing their graduate education abroad.

How can one apply for the Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship?

Applicants must first secure admission into a master’s program that is a part of the JJ/WBGSP participating universities. After receiving admission, they can apply online through the official World Bank scholarship application portal. The application process typically requires academic transcripts, proof of work experience, recommendation letters, and a statement of purpose outlining the applicant’s career goals and commitment to development.