Academia

ADB-JSP Scholarship

It is important to note that the application process for the ADB-JSP scholarship may vary depending on the country you are applying from, so it is important to check the official ADB website and consult with the ADB office in your country for specific instructions and requirements.

  • Research the ADB-JSP scholarship and ensure you meet the eligibility criteria
    • The eligibility criteria for the ADB-JSP scholarship may vary depending on the level of study and the applicant’s country of citizenship. However, some general criteria include:
    • Being a citizen of an ADB developing member country
    • Meeting the specific criteria for the field of study and level of study you are applying for
    • Having a good academic record and a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent for Master’s or Doctoral studies
    • Having a high level of English language proficiency
    • Being in good health, both physically and mentally
    • Having the ability and willingness to adjust to living and studying in Japan
    • Not being a current holder of another scholarship or already have studied in Japan for more than six months under any scholarship/financial assistance program
    • Having at least two years of full-time professional working experience after graduation (for Master’s students)
    • Having at least five years of full-time professional working experience after graduation (for Doctoral students)
    • It’s important to check the official ADB-JSP website and consult with the ADB office in your country for specific criteria and requirements for your country and level of study.
    • It’s also important to note that the ADB-JSP scholarship is usually awarded to the applicants who come from ADB’s developing member countries and have the potential to contribute to the economic and social development of their home countries.
  • Identify a participating university to apply to
  • Prepare a detailed and well-written application outlining your qualifications and reasons for applying
  • Obtain two professional references
  • Complete the online application form and submit all required documents, including your academic transcripts, certificates, and language proficiency test scores
  • Wait for the decision on your application

It’s also important to note that the application period for ADB-JSP scholarship usually opens in November and closes in February of the next year.

The official website for the ADB-JSP scholarship is https://www.adb.org/japan-scholarship-program. The website provides detailed information about the application process, eligibility criteria, and requirements for the ADB-JSP scholarship, as well as the link to the online application form. You should check the website for the current application period and consult with the ADB office in your country for specific instructions and requirements.

It is also important to note that you will need to apply to the scholarship and a participating university at the same time, so you should research and apply to a university before applying for the scholarship. You can find the participating universities on the official website, and also contact the universities directly for the application process and requirements.