World Bank Scholarships Program
The World Bank Scholarships Program funds graduate studies in development-related fields, empowering professionals from developing countries and Japan to advance research and expertise for their nations' progress.
Funder: World Bank Group
Due Dates: February 26, 2027 (Developing Country Nationals, Window 1) | April 21, 2027 (Japanese Nationals) | May 21, 2027 (Developing Country Nationals, Window 2)
Funding Amounts: Covers full tuition, monthly stipend, round-trip airfare, health insurance, and travel allowance for the duration of the master's program (up to 2 years).
Summary: Scholarships for master's (and select PhD for Japanese nationals) study in development-related fields for professionals from eligible developing countries and Japan.
Key Information: Applicants must have unconditional admission to a participating program and meet strict eligibility criteria; dual applications are not allowed.
Description
The Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program (JJ/WBGSP) provides comprehensive scholarships for mid-career professionals from eligible developing countries and Japan to pursue master’s degrees (and PhDs for Japanese nationals) in development-related fields at participating universities worldwide. The program aims to build capacity for development by enabling recipients to gain advanced knowledge and skills, which they are expected to use to contribute to their home countries’ progress after graduation. The scholarship covers tuition, a living stipend, airfare, health insurance, and a travel allowance, supporting studies in fields such as economic policy, public health, infrastructure management, and more.
