Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program (JJ/WBGSP) for Developing Countries
- Deadline
- May 29, 2026
- Country
- Multiple Countries
- Institution
- 44 programmes across 24 universities (USA, Europe, Africa, Oceania, Japan)
- Value
- Full tuition, monthly living stipend, round-trip airfare plus 00 travel allowance, basic medical insurance
- Level
- masters
- Eligibility
- International Students
- Field
- Any/All fields of study
About
The JJ/WBGSP provides citizens of developing countries with fully funded masters scholarships in development-related fields at 44 participating programmes across 24 universities worldwide. Funded by Japan and administered by the World Bank.
Eligibility
National of a World Bank member developing country (no dual developed-country citizenship). Bachelors degree earned at least 3 years prior. Minimum 3 years paid development-related work. Currently employed in development. Unconditional admission to participating programme.
Additional Information
Two application windows: Window 1 (Jan 15 – Feb 27) and Window 2 (Mar 30 – May 29). Must secure admission to participating programme first.