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The University of Tokyo is renowned as one of Japan’s top universities and is highly respected worldwide. If you’re looking to study in Japan on a fully funded scholarship, the University of Tokyo ADB Scholarship 2025 offers an excellent opportunity. This program provides a 2-year fully funded master’s degree scholarship for students from ADB member countries. Various schools and departments at the University of Tokyo are open to applications under the ADB Scholarship (details below). There are no application fees, and the scholarship covers all costs throughout the program’s duration.
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Key Details of the University of Tokyo ADB Scholarship 2025:
- Host Country: Japan
- University: University of Tokyo
- Degree Level: Master’s
- Scholarship Coverage: Fully Funded
- Application Deadlines: Vary by department (January, June, November, December)
Available Fields Under the ADB Scholarship:
- Department of Civil Engineering: Master in Civil Engineering and Infrastructure Development
- Department of Urban Engineering: Master in Urban Engineering
- Division of Environmental Studies: Master in Environmental Studies
- Master in International Studies
- Master in Sustainability Science
- School of International Health: Master in Health Science (International Health)
- Graduate School of Public Policy: Master of Public Policy (International Program)
Financial Coverage of the ADB Scholarship:
- Full tuition fees
- Monthly subsistence and housing allowance
- Allowance for books and instructional materials
- Medical insurance
- Airfare travel expenses
- No application fee
Scholarship Duration:
The ADB scholarship covers a maximum of two (2) years for the master’s program.
Eligibility Criteria:
To be considered for the ADB Scholarship, candidates must:
- Be a citizen of an ADB member country.
- Be nominated by the University of Tokyo.
- Have at least two years of full-time professional work experience.
- Be under 35 years of age at the time of application.
- Commit to returning to and working in their home country for at least two years after completing the master’s degree.
- Meet the University of Tokyo’s admission requirements.
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Required Documents:
- Completed application form
- Field of study and research plan
- Official academic transcripts
- Graduation certificate
- Two recommendation letters
Application Process for the University of Tokyo ADB Scholarship 2025:
- Check eligibility: Review the criteria set by the ADB-JSP here (look for Japan, then the University of Tokyo).
- Identify a faculty supervisor: Find potential supervisors here.
- Submit your application: Upload all application materials before the department deadline.
- Scholarship application: Only successful candidates will be invited to submit additional documents for the ADB scholarship.
- Results notification: ADB-JSP will inform the university of the outcome.
- Student visa: Enter Japan in late September with a student visa.
For more details and to apply, visit the official University of Tokyo ADB Scholarship page.