(Fully Funded)
Funded jointly by the World Bank and the Government of Japan, the JJ/WBGSP aims to enhance the capacity of developing countries by supporting future leaders in style="display: none;"development.
Scholarship Benefits
Recipients receive:
• Full tuition and fees
• Monthly living stipend
• Round-trip airfare and travel allowance
• Health insurance coverage
• Academic and professional support
Eligible Fields of Study
Master’s programs related to:
• Development Studies
• Public Policy
• Economics
• Infrastructure and Sustainable Development
• Health Systems
• Education Policy
Participating Institutions
Partner universities include:
• Harvard University (USA)
• University of Oxford (UK)
• University of Tokyo (Japan)
• Sciences Po (France)
• Australian National University (Australia)
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
• Be a citizen of a World Bank member developing country
• Hold a bachelor’s degree earned at least three years before applying
• Have at least three years of development-related work experience
• Be employed in a development-related role at the time of application
Application Process
• Apply for admission to a participating university program
• Submit JJ/WBGSP application with transcripts, CV, statement of purpose, recommendation letters, and proof of employment
• Selection based on academic merit and potential for development impact
Important Dates
Application Opens: January 2025
Deadline: May 2025
Results Announced: Summer 2025
Programs Begin: Fall 2026
Official Source
Final Thoughts
The World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program provides outstanding opportunities for students from developing countries to pursue advanced education and return home equipped to make a lasting impact in their communities.
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