Overview
The Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program (JJ/WBGSP) offers fully funded master’s scholarships for mid-career professionals from eligible developing countries, including Nigeria. Funded solely by the Government of Japan and administered by the World Bank, it supports study in development-related fields at participating universities worldwide.
After completing their degrees, scholars commit to returning home to apply their skills to national development. Application windows for 2027 are open from 18 January to 26 February 2027 (Window 1) and 29 March to 21 May 2027 (Window 2).
Quick Facts
- Provider: Government of Japan / World Bank
- Level: Master’s (participating programmes)
- Funding: Fully funded (tuition, stipend, airfare, insurance)
- Eligible countries: Selected developing countries (Nigeria included)
- Deadlines: 26 February 2027 and 21 May 2027
Eligibility
Applicants must be nationals of eligible developing countries, hold a bachelor’s degree earned at least 3 years prior to the deadline, have at least 3 years of paid development-related work experience in the past 6 years, and be currently employed full-time in such work. They must be admitted unconditionally (except for finance) to a participating master’s programme outside their country of citizenship/residence, and commit to returning home after studies.
Funding/Benefits
- Full tuition and mandatory fees
- Monthly living stipend (amount varies by host country)
- Economy class round-trip airfare
- US$600 travel allowance per trip
- Basic medical insurance through the university
The award covers the programme duration or two years, whichever is shorter. It does not cover visa fees, family support, research costs, or language training outside the programme.
How to Apply
First secure unconditional admission (except finance) to a participating programme. The university shortlists eligible candidates and provides the application link. Submit the online application with two professional recommendations by the window deadline. Official guidelines and FAQs are available on the World Bank site.
Official source: World Bank JJ/WBGSP page.
If you are not sure which scholarships you qualify for, the Eligibility checker compares your nationality, study level, grades and English score with each scholarship's published rules.
Important Notes
Verify current eligibility, participating programmes, and exact requirements on the official website before applying. Deadlines and criteria are strictly enforced with no exceptions. Always confirm details with the official provider.
Deadlines come up quickly. The Deadline countdown shows how many days you have left for any scholarship.
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