Asian Development Bank–Japan Scholarship Program (ADB-JSP) 2027 at University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa

The Asian Development Bank–Japan Scholarship Program (ADB-JSP) 2027 is now accepting applications for Master's degree studies at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa (UHM) in partnership with the East-West Center (EWC) in Honolulu, Hawaii.

Established in 1988 with financing from the Government of Japan, the ADB-JSP provides full financial support for qualified citizens of ADB's developing borrowing member countries—explicitly including Cambodian scholars and young professionals—to undertake graduate studies in development-related fields.

Scholarship Benefits & Coverage

• Full Tuition & University Fees: Complete tuition waiver covered for up to 24 months.
• Housing & Accommodations: Provided on-campus within East-West Center international student residence halls in Honolulu.
• Monthly Living Stipend: Comprehensive living allowance to cover meals and incidental living costs.
• Roundtrip Airfare: Economy class international flights from the home country to Honolulu, Hawaii and return.
• Health & Medical Insurance: Full coverage throughout the 2-year duration of the Master's program.
• Book & Study Materials Allowance: Dedicated allowance for textbooks and academic supplies.
• U.S. Visa Sponsorship: Official J-1 Exchange Visitor visa support provided by the East-West Center.

Eligibility Criteria

• Citizens of an ADB developing member country (including Cambodia).
• Admitted to an approved Master's degree program at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa.
• Possess a bachelor's degree or equivalent with a distinguished academic record.
• Minimum of two years of full-time professional working experience acquired after university graduation.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Commitment to return to home country upon completion of studies to contribute to socioeconomic development.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit the ADB-JSP scholarship application packet to the East-West Center Award Services Office and complete graduate admission to the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa before the deadline.