Applications are now open for Round 2 of the Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program (JJ/WBGSP) 2026. This fully funded scholarship supports international students pursuing eligible master’s degrees at participating universities across the United States, Europe, Africa, Oceania, and Japan.
Important: Unconditional Admission Required
Applicants must first receive an unconditional admission offer from a participating master’s program. The scholarship application link is shared only with candidates who have been unconditionally admitted to an eligible program. There is no application fee for the World Bank Scholarship.
JJ/WBGSP 2026: Quick Overview
Financial Benefits
The Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program provides comprehensive financial support to successful scholars during their master’s studies.
Round-Trip Airfare
Round-trip economy class airfare is provided between the scholar’s home country and the host university.
Additional Airfare Allowance
Scholars may also receive an additional airfare allowance as part of the scholarship benefits.
Full Tuition Fees
The scholarship covers the full tuition fees for the eligible master’s program.
Medical Insurance
Comprehensive medical insurance is included for successful scholars.
Monthly Stipend
Scholars receive a monthly stipend to help cover living expenses during their studies.
Accommodation & Food
Financial support also covers accommodation and food during the scholarship period.
Books
Support for books and required academic materials is included.
Participating Universities and Eligible Programs
The Round 2 list includes participating universities across several countries. Eligible programs cover areas such as public policy, development, climate change, economics, health, urban development, taxation, engineering, and international studies.
Australian National University – Crawford School of Public Policy
- Master of Climate Change
- Master of Environmental and Resource Economics
- Master of Environmental Management and Development
- Master of Public Policy
Columbia University – School of International and Public Affairs
- Master of Public Administration
- MPA in Development Practice
Erasmus University Rotterdam – IHS
- MSc in Urban Management and Development
- Urban Environment & Climate Change
- Urban Socio-Spatial Transformation
- Master’s in Development Studies at ISS, The Hague
IHE Delft Institute for Water Education
- MSc in Water and Sustainable Development
- Water, Food, and Energy
- Water Hazards, Risks, and Climate
- Water and Health
- Water Resources and Ecosystem Health
Keio University
- Master’s in Taxation Policy and Management
London School of Economics and Political Science
- MSc Development Management
- MSc Development Studies
- MSc Global Health Policy
- MSc International Social and Public Policy
National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies
- Tax Course of the Public Finance Program
Saitama University
- International Graduate Program on Civil and Environmental Engineering
SOAS University of London
- MSc Development Economics
- MSc Economics
Stanford University
- Master’s in International Policy
Université Clermont Auvergne FERDI
- Master’s in Economic Policy Management
University of Leeds
- Master of Public Health (International)
- MSc Sustainable Cities
- MSc Water, Sanitation and Health Engineering
- MSc Sustainable Food Systems and Food Security
University of Oxford
- Master of Public Policy – Blavatnik School of Government
- MSc in Refugees and Forced Migration Studies – Department of International Development
- MSc in International Health & Tropical Medicine – Nuffield Department of Medicine
University of Tokyo – Graduate School of Agriculture and Life Sciences
- International Program on Agricultural Development Studies
Yokohama National University
- Infrastructure Management Program (IMP)
- Master’s Program in Public Policy and Taxation – Graduate School of International Social Sciences
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the JJ/WBGSP eligibility requirements before they can access the scholarship application process.
- Nationality: Must be a citizen of a developing country eligible for the JJ/WBGSP.
- Citizenship: Applicants cannot hold dual citizenship of any developed country.
- Health: Must be in good health.
- Education: Must possess a bachelor’s degree or equivalent obtained at least three years before the application deadline.
- Admission: Must have received unconditional admission to a participating master’s program by the scholarship application deadline.
- Professional Experience: Must have at least three years of full-time, paid development-related employment within the past six years. Part-time work may also be considered.
Key Requirement
Admission to a participating master’s program is a prerequisite. The JJ/WBGSP scholarship application is not a substitute for the university admission process.
How to Apply for the Joint Japan World Bank Scholarship 2026?
The application process is different from a standard scholarship application because candidates must first secure admission to an eligible participating master’s program.
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Apply to a Participating Master’s Program
Apply separately to one of the eligible universities and master’s programs listed above. You must receive an unconditional admission offer, except for funding. -
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Get Shortlisted by the University
After reviewing your application, the participating university may nominate or shortlist eligible candidates for the JJ/WBGSP. -
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Receive the Scholarship Application Link
Only shortlisted candidates receive the official JJ/WBGSP scholarship application link. The link is not publicly available.
Do Not Apply Directly to the World Bank
Candidates cannot directly submit a JJ/WBGSP scholarship application before being admitted and shortlisted through an eligible participating program. The scholarship application link is provided only to eligible shortlisted candidates.
Apply for the World Bank Scholarship 2026
If you meet the eligibility requirements, start by applying to a participating master’s program and work toward obtaining an unconditional admission offer. Once shortlisted, eligible candidates will receive the official scholarship application link.
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