Funder: World Bank Group
Due Dates: February 27, 2026 (Window 1, Developing Country Nationals) | April 17, 2026 (Japanese Nationals) | May 29, 2026 (Window 2, Developing Country Nationals)
Funding Amounts: Covers tuition, monthly stipend, round-trip airfare, health insurance, and travel allowance for up to 2 years (award value varies by location and program).
Summary: Supports master's (and for Japanese nationals, also PhD) studies in development-related fields for professionals from eligible developing countries and Japan, with a commitment to return and contribute to their home country.
Key Information: Applicants must have unconditional admission to a participating program before applying; only one application per cycle is allowed.