ADB Scholarship 2027 at Asia Pacific University in Japan (Fully Funded)
Summary
The Asia Pacific University ADB Scholarship 2027 in Japan offers full financial support for international students from ADB developing member countries. Provided through the Asian Development Bank-Japan Scholarship Program (ADB-JSP), this fully funded award supports two-year Master’s degree programs at Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU).
Designation
Graduate Student / ADB-JSP Master’s Scholar
Scholarship Overview
| Host University | Asia Pacific University (APU) |
|---|---|
| Degree Level | Master’s Degree |
| Coverage | Fully Funded |
| Host Country | Japan |
| Application Deadline | January 8, 2027 |
Research Area
The scholarship covers graduate studies in development-related fields. Available academic domains at APU include:
- Business Administration
- Information Technology
- Engineering
- Media and Communication Studies
Location
Location: Japan (Asia Pacific University)
Scholarship Description
The Asian Development Bank-Japan Scholarship Program (ADB-JSP) enables qualified citizens from developing member countries to undertake postgraduate studies in Japan. Asia Pacific University has participated in this initiative since 2010, hosting scholars for standard two-year Master’s degree programs.
Financial Benefits
The fully funded award covers essential academic and living expenses for the duration of the program:
- Full coverage of tuition fees.
- Complete waiver of the admission fee.
- A monthly living stipend of 144,000 JPY.
- Round-trip airfare between the scholar’s home country and Japan.
Eligibility/Qualification
Applicants must meet the following qualification requirements:
- Hold nationality of an eligible ADB member country.
- Currently reside and work in their home country (not residing or working abroad).
- Have earned a bachelor’s degree and completed at least two years of full-time professional work experience after graduation.
- Be 35 years old or younger at the time of application.
- Not be currently enrolled in any graduate degree program.
- Not be an executive director, staff member, consultant, or close relative of ADB personnel.
- Agree to return to their home country upon completion of the degree.
- Plan to enroll at APU for the September 2027 term.
How to Apply
To apply for the scholarship, candidates must submit their application using the online portal and upload the following supporting documents:
- Completed ADB-JSP Application Form.
- Abstract of a bachelor’s thesis, previous written research sample, or list of academic achievements (if applicable).
- Official employment certificates proving at least two years of post-graduation full-time work experience.
- Recent income tax return or proof of applicant’s monthly/yearly earnings.
- Certification of family income (including parents or spouse).
Access the online submission portal directly through the official application page: Apply for APU ADB Scholarship.
Last Date for Apply
The deadline to complete and submit your application for the Asia Pacific University ADB Scholarship 2027 is January 8, 2027. Late or incomplete applications will not be processed.