ADB-Japan Scholarship Program 2027

Amount

Full tuition, monthly subsistence/housing allowance, book allowance, medical insurance, round-trip travel, and potential research subsidies

Deadline

Varies by institution

Host countries

Japan

Fields

Any field

Citizens of ADB borrowing member countries (must not hold dual citizenship of a developed country) Academic Requirements Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree or equivalent with a strong academic record. Admission to an approved Master's course at one of the 27 designated institutions is required. Academic performance is a core selection criterion. Nationality Requirements Applicants must be nationals of an ADB borrowing member country. Citizens of countries that are no longer borrowing from ADB are not eligible. Dual citizenship of a developed country disqualifies the applicant. Eligible countries span South Asia, Southeast Asia, Central Asia, and the Pacific.

• Full tuition fees at the designated academic institution
• Monthly subsistence allowance covering housing, food, and daily expenses
• Book and study materials allowance
• Medical and health insurance coverage
• Round-trip economy class travel between home country and host institution
• Research subsidy for thesis preparation (where applicable)
• Possible coverage for computer literacy courses, preparatory language courses, and similar supplementary training in special circumstances
• Access to ADB's professional network and development community

Varies by institution