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Applications are now open for the Kyoto University ADB-JSP Scholarship in Japan 2025—a prestigious and fully funded opportunity for international students seeking to pursue Master’s or graduate degree programs at one of Japan’s most esteemed institutions. Offered under the Asian Development Bank’s Japan Scholarship Program (ADB-JSP), this scholarship is committed to empowering talented individuals from ADB member countries with advanced education in development-related fields. Kyoto University, renowned for its academic excellence and research innovation, proudly serves as one of the host institutions for this life-changing opportunity.

Scholarship Details

• Coverage: Fully Funded
• University: Kyoto University (Japan)
• Degree: Masters, Graduate Programs
• Eligible Subjects: All subjects offered by Kyoto University that align with the program areas
• International Students: Open to eligible candidates from ADB borrowing member countries

Scholarship Benefits
The ADB-JSP Scholarship provides comprehensive financial support, including:

• Tuition Fees: Full coverage of tuition and associated academic costs
• Living Stipend: A monthly subsistence allowance of approximately 147,000 yen
• Travel Expenses: Coverage for travel costs between home and Japan
• Insurance: Medical/accident insurance during the study period
• Academic Support: Allowances for books, instructional materials, research expenses, and miscellaneous academic costs
• Note: Scholars are required to submit a financial report every 6 months and retain all receipts for expenditures covered by the fund.

Eligibility
Applicants must fulfill the following criteria to be considered:

• Citizenship: Must be a national of an ADB borrowing member country and must not hold dual citizenship with any developed country.
• Admission: Must have gained admission to an approved International Project Management Program (i-PM) course at Kyoto University’s Graduate School of Management (GSM).
• Academic Record: Hold a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent with a superior academic record.
• Professional Experience: Possess at least two (2) years of full-time professional working experience (acquired after obtaining the university degree).
• Language Skills: Demonstrate proficiency in oral and written English to pursue advanced studies.
• Age Limit: Not more than 35 years old at the time of application (Note: The program is not intended for senior officials and managers).
• Health & Commitment: Be in good health and agree to return to your home country upon completion of the studies, with a commitment to work there for at least two years.

Eligible Nationalities:
Afghanistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, Cook Islands, Fiji Islands, Georgia, India, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Kiribati, Kyrgyz Republic, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Maldives, Marshall Islands, Micronesia, 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, Vietnam.

How To Apply

1. Request Application Materials:
   • Contact the chosen partner institution to request the necessary information and application forms for the Kyoto University ADB-JSP Scholarship.
2. Complete the Required Documents:
   • Carefully fill out the application form and complete all required documents, including the ADB-JSP information sheet.
3. Submit Your Application:
   • Send your completed documents to the institution for evaluation.
4. Institutional Evaluation:
   • The institution will evaluate your application, decide on your admission, and shortlist candidates.
5. Submission to ADB:
   • The institution forwards the shortlist of candidates to the Asian Development Bank.
6. ADB Review:
   • ADB reviews the submissions from participating institutions, considering academic merit and other selection criteria.
7. Final Recommendation and Approval:
   • ADB recommends awardees based on its selection criteria to the Japanese executive director for approval.
   • Once approved, ADB selects the final scholars and informs the respective institution.
8. Notification:
   • The institution communicates the final scholarship award decisions to all successful candidates.

The Kyoto University ADB-JSP Scholarship in Japan 2025 offers a transformative opportunity for aspiring leaders from ADB member countries to gain a world-class education with complete financial support. If you are driven to make a lasting impact in your home country through advanced studies, this fully funded scholarship could be your gateway to success in Japan.

Would you like additional guidance on preparing your application materials or insights into life as an international scholar in Japan? There’s much more to explore on how to tailor your profile for competitive scholarships and what to expect as you embark on this exciting academic journey!