The applications are now open for the Joint Japan World Bank Scholarship 2026. It is a Fully Funded Scholarship for International students to pursue a Master’s Program from one of the participating Universities Located in the U.S., Europe, Africa, Oceania, and Japan. 24 universities offer 41 eligible master’s degree programs. To be eligible for the World Bank Scholarship Program, you must have an unconditional admission offer. The Joint Japan-World Bank Scholarship application form will only be shared with applicants who have been unconditionally accepted into one of the participating master’s programs. There is no application fee for the World Bank Scholarship. Below, you can find more information about the scholarship, eligible master’s programs and universities, financial aid, and the application process.
More Info About the (JJWBGSP)
- Host Countries: U.S., Europe, Africa, Oceania, and Japan
- Degree Level: Master’s Program
- Funded by: World Bank Group
- Financial Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 27th February 2026
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Financial Benefits
The World Bank Scholarship Covers:
- Monthly Stipend
- Food
- Round-trip Economy Class Airfare
- Books
- Additional Airfare Allowance of $600
- Full Tuition Fees
- Comprehensive Medical Insurance
- Accommodation
Participating Universities and Eligible Programs
Candidates must apply to one of the Eligible Master’s Programs at one of these Universities.
- United States
- Yale University: Master’s in Systemic Risk (School of Management)
- Columbia University: MPA (Economic Policy or Global Leadership)
- Johns Hopkins University: Master of Public Health (Bloomberg)
- Brandeis University: MA in Global Sustainability / Global Health / MPP (Heller School)
- Williams College: MA in Policy Economics (CDE)
- University of Tokyo: MPP (International Program – EPFD or PMIR streams)
- University of Tsukuba: Master’s in Economic and Public Policy
- Europe
- KIT / Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam: MS in Public Health and Health Equity
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Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Must be a citizen of a developing country.
- Citizenship: Cannot hold dual citizenship of any developed country.
- Health: Must be in good health.
- Education: Students must have a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent qualification) obtained at least three years prior to the application deadline. Candidates must have received unconditional admission to an eligible participating program by the scholarship application cut-off date.
- Professional Experience: Candidates must have at least three years of full-time, paid employment in a development-related role within the past six years. Relevant part-time experience may also be considered.
How to Apply for Scholarship 2026?
Applicants have to apply online to one of the World Bank Scholarship Eligible Master’s Programs. Only shortlisted applicants who have received un conditional offer can apply for the World Bank Scholarship. Please read the application Process here. The Link to the official website is below.
