APU ADB Scholarship is a fully funded Master’s scholarship offered through Asia Pacific University in partnership with the Asian Development Bank. The APU ADB Scholarship 2027 supports students in development-related fields and covers major study costs for the September 2027 intake.
The scholarship is administered by Asia Pacific University (APU) and shortlisted applicants are forwarded to the ADB Scholarship Committee for final selection. APU accepts graduate applications and applicants must request the scholarship within the APU online application system.
APU ADB Scholarship Benefits
- Economy Class Airfare (Round-trip).
- Full Tuition
- Living Expenses/month
- Study Materials and Research Allowance
- Medical Insurance
APU ADB Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
- Be a citizen of an ADB member country and a Japanese Official Development Assistance (ODA) eligible country.
- Not hold dual citizenship of any developed country.
- Currently reside and work in their home country.
- Have at least two years of full-time work experience after obtaining a bachelor’s degree.
- Demonstrate proficiency in oral and written English communication skills.
- Be 35 years old or younger at the time of application.
- Not currently enrolled in a graduate degree program.
- In principle, not have a bachelor’s or master’s degree obtained outside of their home country.
- Not pursuing a second master’s degree.
- Have a family income that does not exceed US$50,000 per year and an individual income that does not exceed US$25,000 per year. If selected, applicants must submit a Certificate of Income.
- Intend to enroll at APU in September 2026.
Programs covered by the ADB–JSP
- Economics
- Management
- Health
- Education
- Agriculture
- Environment
- Natural resource management
- Science and technology
- Other development-related fields
How to Apply for APU ADB Scholarship
- Applicants must first apply to APU via the online application system. APU is accepting applications for all graduate programs for the 2027 intake.
- Request this scholarship within the APU Online Application.
- Along with their application, applicants must upload a Certificate of Employment issued by their current employer/company.
- If the current employment duration is less than two years, a Certificate of Employment from the previous employer must also be submitted.
- Both certificates should clearly state the start and end dates of employment, as well as the monthly or annual income.
- Alternatively, the latest Income Tax Return can be submitted to verify the applicant’s annual or monthly salary.
- APU will send the list of shortlisted applicants to the ADB Scholarship Committee. The final scholarship award results are decided by ADB-JSP.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are the most frequently asked questions about the APU ADB Scholarship. These answers cover eligibility, benefits, deadlines, and how to apply for the 2027 intake.
What is the APU ADB Scholarship?
The APU ADB Scholarship is a fully funded Master’s scholarship offered through Asia Pacific University (APU) in partnership with the Asian Development Bank (ADB). It supports studies in development-related fields and covers tuition, round-trip economy airfare, living expenses, study/research allowance, and medical insurance for the scholarship duration.
Who administers the scholarship selection?
Asia Pacific University (APU) selects eligible applicants and forwards the shortlisted candidates to the ADB Scholarship Committee (ADB-JSP). The final scholarship award decisions are made by the ADB Scholarship Committee (ADB-JSP).
What degree level does the scholarship support?
The APU ADB Scholarship supports Master’s degree study at Asia Pacific University. The scholarship is intended for students starting their academic studies in the specified intake (September 2027 as stated for this round).
What financial benefits are included?
The scholarship covers economy class round-trip airfare, full tuition, a monthly living allowance, study materials and research allowance, and medical insurance as listed in the program details published by APU.
What are the nationality and residence requirements?
Applicants must be citizens of an ADB member country and an ODA-eligible country for Japan, must not hold dual citizenship of any developed country, and must currently reside and work in their home country at the time of application.
Is work experience required?
Yes. Applicants must have at least two years of full-time work experience after obtaining a bachelor’s degree. If currently employed for less than two years, a certificate from a previous employer must also be provided to demonstrate total relevant work experience.
Are there age or income limits?
Applicants must be 35 years old or younger at the time of application. There are also income limits: family income must not exceed US$50,000 per year and individual income must not exceed US$25,000 per year; selected applicants must submit a Certificate of Income.
Do I need to be fluent in English?
Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in oral and written English communication skills. The APU article notes that IELTS is not required for this scholarship announcement, but English proficiency must still be demonstrated.
What are the application deadlines?
The APU listing shows application deadlines of November 5, 2026 or January 8, 2027 for the ADB Scholarship round described. Applicants should confirm the exact deadline for their program and intake on the APU application page.
How do I apply for the scholarship at APU?
Applicants must first apply to APU via the online application system and request the ADB scholarship within the APU Online Application. Required documents include Certificate(s) of Employment (showing start and end dates and income) or the latest Income Tax Return; shortlisted applicants will be forwarded to ADB-JSP.
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