World Bank, with funding from the Government of Japan - Joint Japan World Bank Graduate Scholarships
World Bank, with funding from the Government of Japan
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World Bank, with funding from the Government of Japan
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Joint Japan World Bank Graduate Scholarships
Last verified: 6 April 2026
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The World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program (WBGSP) aims to fund graduate studies in subjects related to economic development. Scholarships are awarded to individuals from World Bank member countries to undertake graduate studies at renowned universities throughout World Bank member countries. The scholarship covers the cost of completing a Master's degree or its equivalent. The awards are usually given for one year and may be renewed for a second year. The scholarship provides for tuition fees, living expenses, basic insurance and the cost of travel.Requirements
Candidates must be citizens of a World Bank member country. Candidates should be admitted to a Master’s programme related to economic development.Similar scholarships
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