The Asian Development Bank – Japan Scholarship Program (ADB-JSP) 2025 is now open for applications. This prestigious and fully funded scholarship is aimed at outstanding candidates from ADB’s developing member countries who wish to pursue postgraduate studies in fields critical to development such as economics, management, science and technology, law, and public policy.
Host Countries: Japan, USA, Singapore, China, India, Thailand, Philippines
Study Level: Master’s Degree
Eligible Countries: 40 ADB member countries
Deadline: Varies by university
Coverage: 100% Tuition Fees, Monthly Living Stipend, Housing, Flights, Books, Medical Insurance
Why Choose the ADB-JSP Scholarship?
The ADB-JSP provides comprehensive financial support for graduate-level education at top institutions in Asia and the Pacific. With over 135 fully funded slots annually, this opportunity not only covers all academic expenses but also prepares you to contribute to your home country’s economic and social development.
What the Scholarship Covers:
- Full tuition fees at participating institutions
- Monthly living allowance and housing
- Round-trip airfare
- Books and study materials
- Medical insurance
- Thesis grant (for research students)
- Preparatory language or computer courses (if needed)
Eligible Fields of Study:
Science & Technology: Engineering, Computer Science, Environmental Science, Agriculture, Health
Economics & Business: Finance, Economics, Management, Accounting, Commerce
Development Studies: Public Administration, Political Science, Development Studies
Law & Public Policy: International Law, Policy Studies, Public Policy
Eligibility Criteria:
To apply, you must:
- Be a national of an ADB borrowing member country
- Be under 35 years old (some exceptions apply)
- Hold a bachelor’s degree with a strong academic record
- Have at least 2 years of professional work experience
- Be proficient in English
- Not hold dual citizenship of a developed country
- Be in good health and committed to returning home post-study
- Not be employed by ADB or its related institutions
Application Process (Step-by-Step):
- Choose a Participating Institution – Click here for the list
- Download the ADB-JSP Application Form – Download here
- Apply to the Institution – Submit both the admission application and ADB scholarship form.
- Institution Review – Schools evaluate applicants and send shortlisted candidates to ADB.
- ADB Selection – ADB reviews and recommends final scholars to the Government of Japan for approval.
Boost your academic future with a fully funded master’s degree. Apply for the ADB-JSP 2025 today
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