The Asian Development Bank (ADB), supported by the Japanese government, is offering the University of Hawaii ADB Scholarship for 2025. This fully funded scholarship is available for international students from ADB member countries who wish to pursue a Master’s degree at the University of Hawai’i at Mānoa (UHM). Scholars will also participate in the East-West Center’s educational, residential, and leadership development programs.
Key Details:
- Country: USA
- Institution: University of Hawai’i at Mānoa
- Funding: Fully Funded
- Deadline: December 1, 2024
Benefits:
- Full tuition and fees coverage
- Roundtrip airfare to Honolulu
- Accommodation in East-West Center residence facilities
- Monthly stipend
- Fund for textbooks
- Health insurance
- US visa sponsorship (J-1 Exchange Visitor)
Eligibility Criteria:
- Citizenship: Must be from a developing member country of the ADB.
- Age: Under 35 years at the time of application.
- Education: Must hold a 4-year bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
- Experience: At least two years of full-time professional work experience.
- English Proficiency: Must meet one of the following:
- TOEFL: 550 (paper-based), 213 (computer-based), 79-80 (internet-based)
- IELTS: 6.5
- DUOLINGO: 95
- Residency: Applicants should not be residing or working in a country other than their home country.
- Previous Study: Not eligible if previously studied abroad (outside ADB-developing member countries) or seeking a second master’s degree.
Eligible Master’s Courses:
- Business Administration (Global MBA)
- Economics (MA)
- Natural Resources and Environmental Management (MS)
- Geography (MA)
- Ocean and Resources Engineering (MS)
- Oceanography (MS)
- Public Administration (MPA)
- Pacific Islands Studies (MA)
- Sociology (MA)
- Urban and Regional Planning (MURP)
- Tropical Plant and Soil Sciences (MS)
Application Process:
- Apply Online: Register at Submittable and follow the instructions for each section of the application.
- Documentation Required:
- CV/Resume
- Official transcripts from all higher education institutions
- Degree certificates
- English proficiency test results
- Proof of University of Hawaii application submission
- Separate Admission Application: A separate admission application to the University of Hawaii at Mānoa is required for the master’s program.
More Information and Application:
- Apply Now: Application Portal
- Contact: adbjsp@EastWestCenter.org
The deadline for submitting applications is December 1, 2024.
Ensure all required documents are prepared and submitted on time for consideration.
