Scholarships In Asia And The Pacific 2024

The ADB-Japan Scholarship Program (JSP) is a distinguished initiative providing approximately 135 graduate scholarships annually. Tailored for individuals aspiring to excel in economics, business and management, science and technology and other development related fields, this program opens doors to academic excellence and research opportunities.

With a focus on nurturing talent that contributes to regional and global development, the ADB-Japan Scholarship Program stands as a beacon empowering scholars to make significant strides in their chosen fields.

The ADB-Japan Scholarship Program (JSP) offers a comprehensive package of benefits to empower scholars on their academic journey. Here’s a breakdown of what is provided:

Full Tuition Fees: The scholarship covers the entire cost of tuition ensuring that financial constraints do not hinder the pursuit of academic excellence.
Monthly Subsistence Allowance: Scholars receive a monthly allowance, encompassing housing expenses, to facilitate a conducive living environment while they focus on their studies.
Books and Instructional Materials: The program acknowledges the importance of academic resources and provides support for scholars to acquire necessary books and instructional materials essential for their coursework.
Medical Insurance: The health and well being of scholars are prioritized through comprehensive medical insurance coverage, offering peace of mind and ensuring access to necessary healthcare services.
Travel Expenses: The scholarship program recognizes the global nature of academic pursuits. To facilitate scholars’ mobility, the ADB-JSP covers travel expenses ensuring smooth transitions between home and academic institutions.
Thesis Preparation Grant: For scholars engaged in research, the program offers a special grant to support the preparation of their thesis. This additional assistance underscores the commitment to fostering impactful research contributions.
Special Circumstances Coverage: In certain situations, scholars may require additional support to enhance their academic journey. The ADB-JSP is flexible and, in special circumstances, may cover costs for computer literacy, preparatory language courses and other similar educational needs.

The ADB-Japan Scholarship Program (JSP) recognizes the importance of diverse academic disciplines in contributing to regional and global development. The major fields of study covered by the program include:

Science and Technology:

Agriculture
Biological Science
Computer Science
Energy
Engineering
Environment
Forestry
Genetics
Health

Economics, Business and Management:

Accounting
Business Administration/Management
Commerce
E-Business
Entrepreneurship
Economics
Finance
International Cooperation
Social Sciences

Development Studies:

Asia Pacific Studies
Development Management
Development Studies

Law and Public Policy:

International Business Law
International Environmental Law
Policy Studies
Political Science
Public Administration
Public Policy

These broad and encompassing fields of study highlight the program’s commitment to nurturing scholars across a spectrum of disciplines crucial for addressing the challenges and opportunities in the realms of science, economics, development, law and public policy. The ADB-JSP seeks to empower individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to contribute significantly to the development of their communities and the broader world.

Eligibility requirements

The candidate should:
be a national of an ADB borrowing member country and Japanese ODA scholarship eligible country
not hold dual citizenship of any developed country;
have gained admission to an approved master’s course at a Designated Institution.
hold a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent with superior academic record;
have at least two (2) years of full time professional working experience (acquired after a university degree) at the time of application. The candidate must have proficiency in oral and written English communication skills to be able to pursue studies;
not be more than 35 years old at the time of application, unless waived in exceptional cases with the expressed endorsement of the Government of Japan;
be in good health;
agree to return and work in his/her home country for at least two (2) years after completion of studies under the Program in order to contribute to its development;
not be an Executive Directors, Alternate Directors, management, staff and consultants of ADB or the close relatives of the aforementioned by blood or adoption with the term “close relative” defined as: spouse, mother, stepmother, father, stepfather, sister, stepsister, brother, stepbrother, son, daughter, aunt, uncle, niece or nephew;
not be staff of ADB–JSP Designated Institutions;
not be living or working in a country other than his/her home country; and
not be already enrolled in graduate degree programs.

Available to citizens of the following countries/areas:

Afghanistan
Armenia
Azerbaijan
Bangladesh
Bhutan
Cambodia
Cook Islands
Federated States of Micronesia
Fiji
Georgia
India
Indonesia
Kazakhstan
Kiribati
Kyrgyz Republic
Lao People’s Democratic Republic
Malaysia
Maldives
Marshall Islands
Mongolia

Myanmar
Nauru
Nepal
Niue
Pakistan
Palau
Papua New Guinea
Philippines
Samoa
Solomon Islands
Sri Lanka
Tajikistan
Thailand
Timor-Leste
Tonga
Turkmenistan
Tuvalu
Uzbekistan
Vanuatu
Viet Nam

Procedures for Applying

University buildings Procedures for Applying

1. Applicant requests for information and application forms from the chosen partner institution

2. Applicant completes required documents[1] for application including ADB-JSP information sheet

3. Applicant sends documents to institution[2]

4. Institution evaluates and decides on admission and applicant

5. Institution sends shortlist of candidates to ADB[3]

6. ADB reviews submission from institutions

7. ADB recommends awardees based on its selection criteria to the Japanese executive director for approval

8. ADB selects scholars and informs institution

9. Institution informs all scholars

IMPORTANT NOTE

Applicants are required to submit their latest Income tax return or certification of their annual salary/monthly salary whichever is available. They should also submit a certification of family income (parent’s income).
The duly accomplished application forms together with all copies of academic records should be sent to the institution at least six (6) months before the commencement of the intake that you wish to join.
Only candidates who have been offered admission and endorsed by the academic institutions will be considered for the scholarships by the ADB.
The ADB-JSP does not cover expenses for the scholar’s family; extra curricular courses or training; additional travel during the course of the study program; additional expenses related to supplementary educational materials, field trips or participation in workshops, seminars or internships while at the academic institution or purchase of educational equipment such as computers.

Completion of the application form or admission by the academic institution does not mean that you have been accepted for a scholarship; accordingly you should not take any action with respect to your current employment or otherwise until you have been informed by the institution that you have been awarded a scholarship.

Scholarships In Asia And The Pacific 2024