Scholarship Overview

The Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program (JJ/WBGSP) is a prestigious scholarship initiative that offers a transformative opportunity for citizens from developing countries. This program is tailored for individuals who possess relevant professional experience and have contributed to their countries' development efforts. It is specifically designed for those seeking to pursue a master's degree in development-related topics. This scholarship underscores the World Bank’s commitment to facilitating dynamic approaches to capacity development and knowledge sharing across the developing world.

Host Institution(s)

The JJ/WBGSP scholarships are hosted by a consortium of world-class universities across the globe, including institutions in the USA, UK, Europe, Asia, and Australia. These institutions have been meticulously selected for their outstanding academic programs in key development areas such as economic policy management, tax policy, and infrastructure management.

Level(s)/Field(s)

The scholarship caters to postgraduate students, offering master's scholarships in diverse fields pivotal to development. The fields include but are not limited to economic policy management, tax policy, and infrastructure management, among others, across 52 Participating Programs.

Scholarship Value

The JJ/WBGSP provides a comprehensive scholarship package that includes:

  • Full tuition coverage
  • A monthly stipend for living expenses
  • Accommodation costs
  • Airfare tickets for travel to and from the host university at the beginning and end of the study program
  • A US $500 travel allowance for each trip
  • Basic medical insurance obtained through the university

Eligibility

To qualify for the JJ/WBGSP, candidates must:

  • Be nationals of World Bank member developing countries, without holding dual citizenship of any developed country.
  • Possess a Bachelor's degree earned at least three years before the application deadline.
  • Have three or more years of recent development-related work experience post-graduation.
  • Be in good health.
  • Be employed in development-related work at the time of application.
  • Meet the specific requirements and standards set by the host institution.

Application Instructions

The application process for the 2024 cycle will be conducted in two rounds, with deadlines on February 29, 2024, for Window #1, and May 24, 2024, for Window #2. Candidates are required to apply directly to the participating programs of their choice and must submit the JJ/WBGSP application form available online. It's imperative to secure an admission offer from one of the participating programs and to meet all the scholarship criteria fully. Detailed instructions, a list of participating programs, and the application form can be accessed through the official "CLICK HERE TO APPLY" link.