Embark on a fully funded educational journey in the U.S., Europe, Africa, Oceania, or Japan with the Joint Japan World Bank Graduate Scholarship (JJWBGSP) 2024. The application window #1 is now open, presenting a collaborative initiative by the World Bank and Japan to offer fully funded master's degree scholarships to students from developing countries. Applicants have the opportunity to apply to participating universities across various regions, providing a global educational experience.
About Joint Japan World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program (JJWBGSP 2024)
This prestigious scholarship program is open to more than 160 developing countries. Eligible applicants must hold a bachelor's degree acquired at least three years before the application deadline. The JJWBGSP encourages both male and female applicants, with a strong emphasis on encouraging female participation. The program is highly regarded, attracting attention from aspirants worldwide.
What are the benefits of the Joint Japan World Bank scholarship?
The JJWBGSP is a fully funded scholarship for international students, covering all related expenses. The comprehensive benefits include:
- Economy class air travel between the home country and the host university.
- Two-way airfare, accompanied by an additional travel allowance of US $500 per trip for scholars.
- Full tuition coverage for the graduate program.
- Cost of medical insurance.
- Monthly stipend to cover living expenses, including accommodation, food, and books. The stipend amount varies based on the country of study (U.S., Europe, Africa, Oceania, and Japan).
Scholarship Duration
The scholarship is for a duration of 2 years.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the JJWBGSP:
- Applicants must be nationals of a developing country (refer to the World Bank's list of developing countries).
- A completed bachelor's degree is required to apply for a Joint Japan Master Scholarship.
- Applicants must hold nationality from a country listed by the World Bank.
Participating Universities and Courses Under JJ/WBGSP
The JJWBGSP offers scholarships for 52 participating master's programs in 27 universities across the U.S., Europe, Africa, Oceania, and Japan. The list of participating universities and programs can be found [here](link).
How to Apply?
Applicants are required to complete the full ONE application form along with all necessary documents. Incomplete applications will not be processed. The application link for the Joint Japan World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program is provided below.
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