(Fully Funded)
The Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program is a fully funded initiative that supports students from developing countries to pursue master’s degrees in development-related fields. The program is funded by the Government of Japan and administered by the World Bank to strengthen human resource capacity for sustainable development.
Scholarship Benefits
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Full tuition coverage
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Monthly living stipend
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Round-trip airfare between home country and host university
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Health insurance
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Travel allowance for select costs
Eligible Fields of Study
Programs must be related to development, including:
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Economics and Public Policy
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Education
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Health and Nutrition
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Agriculture and Environment
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Infrastructure Management
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Social Sciences
Participating Institutions
Partner universities include top global institutions such as:
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Harvard University (USA)
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University of Tokyo (Japan)
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Sciences Po (France)
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University of Oxford (UK)
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Australian National University (Australia)
Eligibility Criteria
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Be a citizen of a World Bank member country
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Hold a bachelor’s degree earned at least 3 years before applying
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Have at least 3 years of paid development-related work experience
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Be employed in a development-related role at the time of application
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Not hold dual citizenship of any developed country
Application Process
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Apply online through the World Bank’s JJ/WBGSP portal
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Submit academic transcripts, CV, recommendation letters, and statement of purpose
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Applications are reviewed based on academic merit, professional experience, and commitment to development
Important Dates
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Application period: Early 2025
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Deadline: Typically in May 2025
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Results: Mid-2025
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Program start: Fall 2026
Final Thoughts
The JJ/WBGSP provides a life-changing opportunity for students committed to development. By funding studies at top global universities, it equips professionals with the expertise to return home and lead sustainable change.
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