The ADB Japan Scholarship Program is a fully funded opportunity for students from Asian Development Bank (ADB) member countries to pursue postgraduate education in development-focused degrees across the Asia-Pacific region. Funded jointly by the ADB and the Government of Japan, the program equips emerging professionals with advanced expertise to drive progress in their home countries.
The scholarship provides extensive financial support, including living expenses, tuition, and travel allowances, enabling recipients to study at select regional universities that offer world-class academic programs aligned with development goals.
📌 Program Overview
- Region: Asia-Pacific
- Program: ADB Japan Scholarship Program (ADB-JSP)
- Funding Bodies: ADB & Government of Japan
- Levels: Master’s and PhD
- Eligible Programs: Development-related fields at partner universities
The focus is on fields that support sustainable economic and social advancement.
💸 Funding Details
Selected recipients may receive:
- Full tuition fee coverage at the host university
- Monthly stipend for living costs
- Travel funding (airfare for travel to and from the host country)
- Health and medical insurance
- Study materials and book allowance
- Additional research and program support where applicable
The scholarship package allows scholars to fully dedicate themselves to their academic and research goals.
📚 Priority Study Areas
Common subject areas include:
- Public policy and governance
- Urban planning and infrastructure
- Environmental and climate response
- Healthcare management
- Education policy
- Economic and financial development
- Technology and innovation for sustainable growth
Programs are matched with the student’s academic and professional objectives.
👩🎓 Who Can Apply?
Eligible candidates generally:
- Are citizens of an ADB developing member country
- Hold a relevant undergraduate degree (and Master’s for doctoral candidates)
- Satisfy admission requirements of the chosen university
- Show dedication to applying their skills toward national development
Successful applicants are expected to make positive contributions in their home countries after graduation.
🧾 Required Documentation
Applicants often prepare:
- Transcripts and degree certificates
- Statement of purpose or research proposal
- CV or résumé
- Academic references
- Passport and identification
- Health clearance documents
Language proficiency proof may be required by the chosen institution.
📍 Application Process
- Identify an eligible university and program within the ADB-JSP network.
- Prepare academic records and personal documentation.
- Submit the application through the official ADB-JSP system or university portal.
- Ensure all supporting documents are uploaded by the deadline.
- Wait for selected notification from the ADB-JSP committee and host institution.
⏱️ Deadline
Application deadlines depend on the partner university and the intake schedule, typically due in late spring to early summer before the next academic year.
🌍 Why It Matters
The ADB Japan Scholarship Program empowers students with the knowledge, skills, and global perspective needed to influence policy, innovation, and sustainable development. It is ideal for emerging leaders who want to make a difference in sectors that shape national and regional progress.
