Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program (JJ/WBGSP) - Master in Economic Policy Management, Universite Clermont-Auvergne (FERDI)

• Economy-class air travel to and from the host university, plus a USD 600 travel allowance per trip.
• Tuition and basic medical insurance through the university.
• Monthly living allowance while on campus, varying by host country.
• Coverage lasts the length of the programme or two years, whichever is shorter.
• Not covered: visas, family expenses, extra courses, research costs, equipment and resident permit fees.

2027 cycle: Window 1 runs 18 January to 26 February 2027; Window 2 runs 29 March to 21 May 2027. The FERDI programme is listed in the Window 2 participating programmes (29 March to 21 May 2027).

1. Check you meet the eligibility criteria and confirm eligibility with the target university.
2. Apply for admission to the Master in Economic Policy Management at Universite Clermont-Auvergne (FERDI).
3. If shortlisted by the university, receive the online application link.
4. Upload the admission letter and complete the application before the window closes.

• Admission letter from the participating programme, uploaded before submission.

Two assessors independently score each eligible application from 1 to 10. Weighting: professional experience 30%, professional recommendations 30%, commitment to home country 30%, education background 10%. The Secretariat considers the average score plus geographic distribution, gender balance, hardship circumstances and financial need. The Steering Committee approves finalists and winners are then notified.