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Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship

World Bank Group

Fully funded master's scholarships for professionals from developing nations studying development-related topics at partner universities worldwide.

Fully FundedGlobalPostgraduateNeed-Based
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Full Description

The Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program (JJ/WBGSP) is open to citizens of certain developing countries with relevant professional experience and a history of supporting their countries’ development efforts. The program offers scholarships for over 45 participating master's programs in various universities in the US, Europe, Africa, Oceania, and Japan.

Benefits

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Full tuition for the graduate program
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Cost of basic medical insurance
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Economy class air travel between the home country and the host university
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Monthly subsistence allowance to cover living expenses (including books)

Eligibility Criteria

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Be a national of a World Bank member developing country (India is eligible)
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Not hold dual citizenship of any developed country
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Have at least 3 years of paid development-related employment since earning a Bachelor’s degree
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Be admitted unconditionally to one of the participating master's programs

Required Documents

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Proof of unconditional admission to a participating program
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Completed application form with development-focused essays
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Two professional recommendations
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Copy of Bachelor’s degree
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CV outlining employment history

Application Process

  1. Apply and gain unconditional admission to at least one JJ/WBGSP participating master’s program
  2. Once admitted, submit the scholarship application online during the application window
  3. The World Bank reviews applications based on professional experience and commitment to development

Important Information

•You must already have an unconditional offer of admission from a participating program before you can apply for the scholarship.
FundingFull tuition + stipend + travel
CountryGlobal
Study LevelPostgraduate
CategoryNeed-Based
EligibilityMid-career professionals from developing countries pursuing development-related master's degrees
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